Other products formulated by Ray Sahelian, M.D.
Joint Power Rx - for healthy joint support
Prostate Power Rx - for optimal prostate health with saw palmetto and pygeum
Eyesight Rx -- for healthy vision, results sometimes seen within hours.
Curcumin the active extract from turmeric, found in curry
Tongkat Ali 400 mg - herbal libido enhancer from Malaysia
Tribulus Terrestris - one of the common sexual enhancers found in many herbal libido formulas
Graviola herbal supplement

Mind Power Rx side effects, safety
The most frequently reported side effects with Mind Power Rx are restlessness, overstimulation, and rapid heart beat. These side effects can occur when 2 capsules are taken at the same time. Side effects with one capsule are very infrequent, especially if the capsule is taken with food as opposed to an empty stomach. Insomnia may occur if Mind Power Rx is taken after 4 pm. So, it is better to take Mind Power Rx early in the day, with breakfast or lunch, or a few minutes before breakfast or lunch. Most people find one capsule a day is sufficient.

Interactions with medications
We have not tested this product with the various medications prescribed by doctors. As a general rule we have not had any bad reactions reported to us thus far. Consult with your doctor and begin with one capsule every other day to be safe. I don't suggest taking this mind enhancing product with stimulant medications such as Ritalin, methylphenidate, Modafinil (Provigil) etc.

Q. Could you kindly please advise if we can get Mind power Rx with the following medicines: Rosuvastatin 10 mg, Atorvastatin Calcium 10 mg, Amlodopine 5mg, Bisoprolol 5mg, Ecosprin 150.
   A. Consult with your doctor and if he or she approves try one capsule with breakfast every other day.

I am interested in Passion Rx and Mind Power Rx for better and longer lasting sessions. Taking these two together to produce the goal of stronger and longer lasting erections during sex.
   A. I prefer using them separately for a week or so and leaning how each one works by itself. Later you could alternate Passion one day, Mind Power the next day, and no pills the third day.

Interactions with supplements
Can it be taken with CoQ10 for healthy energy metabolism and heart function?
   A. If the CoQ10 dosage is less than 30 mg, yes. Otherwise alternate their use.

Q.  I'm most concerned about the Rhodiola. I currently take 240 mg every morning. Can you just tell me if I need to stop taking that when I start taking this product? Or I can also cut my dose in half, as I take 2 Gaia brand at 120mg each.
   A. It is almost always a good idea, when starting a new supplement, to take it totally by itself for a few days to know exactly how it works alone. Once you are used to the effects of Mind Power Rx, you could, if needed, take half the rhodiola dose with it. It is also a good idea not to take Mind Power more than 4 days a week. We like being cautious.

Interactions with coffee, caffeine
We suggest limiting the use of coffee or drinks that have caffeine on the days that you take this brain supplement.

Children, kids, adolescents
I've read your recommendation of Mind Power Rx for children. However, could you please be more specific about the dosages for children > according to the age and size? For example how much should 2 to 6 years children or 7 to 12 years children take? I am a pediatric doctor and I need that information in order to recommend mind power rx to my patients.
   A. We have not done any studies in children to know these kinds of details. One approach is to begin with a low dosage such as a quarter for age 2 to 6, and a third or a half for 7 to 12 and titrate up or down depending on response. We really can't be any more specific than this, it is very difficult to know.

Will it be suitable for children? My child is 8 years old.
    If your child's doctor approves, a child could take a quarter, third or half a capsule 5 days a week with 2 days off each week.

Testimonial received by email in September 2017
After first taking Mind Power Rx as part of a regime I successfully use to combat my symptoms of ADHD (predominantly inattentive, PI, type), I recommended it to my 17-year-old ADHD-PI diagnosed nephew (and his mother) who decided he wanted to cycle off of Ritalin and I have administered it to my ADHD-PI 9-year-old daughter. In the case of my daughter, I had tried supplements which mixed together similar, but not identical, combinations of substances to little effect. We all have noted very positive effects with Mind Power Rx, my daughter included. My nephew has successfully been able to stay off Ritalin and my daughter says she's able to focus in a way that she hadn't been able to previously. My own experiences with stimulant medications led me to believe that they can have very troublesome side effects and perhaps do long-term damage. I wanted to avoid having my daughter try prescription stimulants and with Mind Power Rx observe a significant enough resolution of symptoms (for several hours after her taking it) that I am able to do so. There is recent research to back up the concern about long-term changes to the brain in children who take stimulants, changes which persist into adulthood after the brain stops changing in significant ways (post-23 years old). If you ever decide to change the recipe for Mind Power Rx from its current one, please let me know so I can buy several cases of it to put in the freezer for future use!

Combination or use with medications
Is the supplement compatible with heart medication? Specifically, metoprolol, lovastatin and aspirin?
   There are many factors that influence a person's response to a supplement and medications are only one of these factors. As a general rule it is a good idea to have a doctor's approval and if ok to begin with half a capsule a day of the product to see how one responds.

Hypertension, high blood pressure
Could you please provide information as to whether Mind Power Rx is contraindicated if one has high blood pressure.
  A. It is difficult to predict the response of blood pressure in any one individual when using brain boosting pills. As a general rule, a person with mild blood pressure should not be effected. Those who have moderately elevated BP should consider using half a capsule at first for a few days and monitor their BP to see if any changes occur. Those who take medications, such as beta blockers, should have approval by their doctors.

How to Cultivate a Beautiful mind
My focus is on natural, mind power supplements, but any web site that discusses mental health must address the significant influence of diet and lifestyle on the mind. We may use the most powerful mind power pills available, but if we don't exercise the mind and body, eat the right foods, continue on a path of emotional growth, cultivate healthy relationships, and have good sleeping patterns, we will not reap the full benefits of mind supplements.
   We live in a world that places enormous demands on our mind. Continually expanding mind, body and memory capacity is crucial to successful adaptation to this ever-changing informational society. In my mind, enhancing our mind capacity helps us advance in our career leading to more work satisfaction, higher income, greater travel and leisure opportunities, less stress, and more autonomy.
   An increase in intelligence and a large fund of knowledge give us an improved sense of self-confidence. As our topics of interest and discussion increase, so can the number and variety of social contacts. Knowledge also improves our ability to foresee future political, economic, and historical trends.
   The more we learn and expand our mind, the more we wish to continue learning. Understanding the world is like assembling a jigsaw puzzle. The more pieces we fit, the clearer the image and the greater the urge to learn and fill in even more pieces. Increasing one's knowledge can be compared to an avalanche. Once the process starts, it gathers a momentum of its own. Perseverance and some initial prompting are required, but the rewards soon pay off. Minds are kept young by continual use, and mentally active people live longer. I consider mind -enhancement to be a lifelong process. Centuries ago Rene Descartes said, "It is not enough to have a good mind. The main thing is to use it well." The march of intellect need not halt soon after framing the high school or college diploma.

The Science of Mind
Scientists have made enormous advances in the understanding of the mind. However, little attention has been focused on enhancing mental power through natural methods, nor has there as much focus as necessary on how to improve mind body interaction through natural ways. Many doctors do not have an open mind when it comes to herbs and nutrients for mind body medicine and health care. I often say to my doctor friends, "If you knew what I knew about mind power herbs, it would blow your mind."

Testimonials, reviews
Thank you for your hard work and dedication into the needs of what the human body needs. I'm ADD and have been trying herbs to help my attention and brain activity. I take one Mind Power Rx pill in the morning with light breakfast. The amount of energy is pretty incredible and my mind is incredibly clear with huge increase in positive mood. I've noticed my memory of even when I was an adolescent return to my mind. I never thought I'd be able to remember even the way the sun is setting or the smell of the air as if I was a child/young person again. I've also noticed my work ethic increase efficiently with my profession. I work in a high stress environment that requires my full attention. I am truly blessed I stumbled upon your site and have read your research thoroughly to trust your secret blend of herbal concoctions.

I have noticed that my wife Susan is more alert and mentally sharper since she started taking it. I initially ordered 2 months and since she has had no bad effects from her stomach I have just ordered 6 months more.

I've been taking Mind Power Rx supplement for just over a week and and half now and it has helped me. My mind is much clearer, my communication skills have improved and my memory is starting to impress me. I am 21 years old and have had problems with memory.

I would like to report excellent results with using your Mind Power Rx. Taking just one a day (in the morning a hour before breakfast) I have noticed quite a remarkable improvement in mind alertness and in my ability to persist in resolving problems with work involving mental concentration. I changed my mind about mind herbs. As a side-note, bouts of depression that I experienced have also been greatly alleviated. I started noticing the changes within a week of beginning the above dosage. Thanks for making available such a helpful product . I feel a balance of mind body soul.

I just wanted to let you know that I had ordered Mind Power Rx about 8 months ago and found it to be extremely helpful in keeping focus. I have been diagnosed with Adult ADD and had been on Concerta (basically Ritalin) for some time. I know that this drug can be taxing on the liver and other organs as many prescriptions, but I really felt that I needed the focus it gave me. After doing research on more natural approaches to my issue, I came across physician formulas. I haven't had any Mind Power Rx in a while, but I just placed another order and anticipate it greatly. Thank you for an oustanding product!

Dr. Sahelian, I just had to write you and your staff after using the " Mind Power Rx " formula for about a month now. I need to provide a little background so that you can appreciate how much your formula has helped me. I sustained a head injury three years ago. As a result of that injury, and its associated cognitive impairments and emotional / behavioral symptoms that were a major issue, I had to take a job with less responsiblity at my place of employment, due to my inability to concentrate, focus, remember what tasks I had to do, and muster any energy whatsoever. I have gained some success in those areas through a variety of alternative treatments over the past three years, but I was still having major problems at work. Well, as a result of taking Mind Power Rx now, I have literally tons of energy, much greater focus and concentration, and my short-term memory is better, as well! I haven't been "this kind of energetic, outgoing, social "animal" in a long time!) This all came at a perfect time, as my performance appraisal by my boss was due, and, if I hadn't shown those signs of improvement the last month or so, I would have received a very unfavorable appraisal, indeed. It also would have then affected my salary and any associated bonuses. I am very serious about how grateful I am for your product (I also take the "Plus 45 Women's" supplement). I have also posted about it to my other friends on the head injury support website. I have tried many other products in order to gain the same results, with far too many side affects...Mind Power Rx has none! Again, I just had to write you and thank you from the bottom of my heart, for your never-ending research and formulations. I am grateful that you are on "our side"! I will forever be a regular customer (of your website,
for advice, also). Your "patient" forever....

I purchased Mind Power Rx and I am really really happy of the positive effects it has. To begin with, I am a software engineer with a commercial background but unfortunately I had a car accident 4 years ago and thus suffered from a moderate to severe head injury which caused the chemicals inside my mind to be tremendously unbalanced and I lost the balance in my state of mind. This is such an annoyance because I had no emotions anymore and only my logic and analytic behavior helped me to be partly who I was before my car accident. I had to study a little bit how the mind worked to seek out an effective
solution towards this problem because althought I have a good background in my domain, emotions are very important when going through an interview - mind over matter. Therefore I have failed many interviews despite my competence. Moreover, I have looked everywhere in local drug stores but never found anything. But when I saw your solutions when querying Google with "dopamine" and other important brain cells chemicals, I was so happy to find Mind Power Rx. I just wanted to congradulate your work and your company ! You got yourself a lifetime costumer ;)
   We appreciate the feedback very much. The human mind can be improved with supplements but few people recognize that.

I do mind teasers and like mind puzzle tasks. I find Mind Power Rx, taken an hour or two before I engage in these mind trick puzzles helps me focus and achieve them quicker.

Since taking Mind Power I no longer have to ask "where is my mind." I can concentrate so much better and my memory has improved. I have a question. Does it help with mind eye coordination. I think it has helped me.
   Yes, we have had others report a better mind eye coordination, especially when taking a third of a tablet of Eyesight Rx under the tongue.

A while back I thought I read some reviews on your site from customers about Mind Power Rx but now I can't seem to find them. Can you help? Also, just wanted to let you know how delighted I am with Mind Power Rx. The biggest change I have noticed is in my mood. I feel much more positive and more myself. I have tried (and still take) many supplements to improve my mood (some of which are in Mind Power rx) as I suffer from mind depression. However, your product seems to have made the most difference for me. Must be the synergistic effect! I am only taking 2 in the morning and noticed a difference on the 3rd day and it seems each day just gets a little better. Have you heard this kind of response from others? Your product was partially designed for mood, but not totally; yet that is where I notice the most difference. No longer is my mind playing tricks on me.
   Thank you so much for the positive response. We have had people tell us that they noticed a mood lift with Mind Power. Mind Power Rx has been developed since February, 2005.

I am a psychologist (therapist) and often recommend Mind Power Rx to my clients and close friends. Its a pleasure being in touch with you. I have been hearing great feedback from my friends and clients who are using your Mind Power Rx. which in my opinion provides for all aspects of mind boosting whether its serotonin or dopamine related or Acetyl choline related. Big thumbs up in my understanding! (And twice or thrice a week I use it my self as well with great zest and confidence!)

Thanks for all your great products.  I have been taking Eyesight RX and Mind Power RX for a couple of months now.  I love that it actually motivates me.  I actually want to do more things than prior to taking it.  My question is: Are you going to sell Eyesight RX in a larger quantity than the 5 tabs in the package?  I am buying it in the package now, but it would be more cost efficient and convenient for me to get it in, say, 30 tabs to a bottle.  Any chance of this in the future?  Thanks again, I love your products!

I love Mind Power Rx. I bought one bottle initially now I'm buying 6 more. All I need is one capsule before breakfast and it keeps me focused and alert all day. Sometimes I take another capsule in mid afternoon if I want to stay up late that night, like on a Saturday night.

Addiction, habituation
Is there a possibility that Mind power Rx is addictive? I mean, just like nicotine it works on the dopamine release and this creates a question for me.
   I am not aware of Mind Power Rx to be addictive. We doubt this could happen.

Emails
Does Mind Power Rx have NADH?
   No. NADH is an unstable nutrient and needs to be in a foil pack so it is not best suited to be in a capsule.

I want to try several of your mind products. I'm not sure which products should be taken on the same day and which should not. Products in question are: Passion Rx, Mind Power Rx, Prostate Power Rx, Eyesight Rx, Joint Power Rx and Multivit Rx. Can you inform me how to take the products together and give me some peace of mind?
   A. Generally all the ones you mentioned, except Joint, are quite potent and we would recommend not combining them the same day, they actually have overlapping effects, for instance Prostate, Eye, Mind, all can enhance sexuality by themselves. We would particularly to be cautious with combining Passion Rx with other products since it is very potent, unless you only take one third of a capsule. Some people like the effects of swallowing a Mind Power capsule and using a third of a tablet of Eyesight under the tongue about the same time. basically, some can be combined if less that a full capsule is taken. Each person is unique, this is a general guideline to discuss with your doctor. But first we recommend finding out what each one does by itself and getting a good understanding of this before combining. Even MultiVit Rx is quite potent, and you may be surprised that even one capsule can give extra energy and alertness. Side effects of taking too many could include being overly stimulated with too much energy, restlessness, insomnia, and rapid heart beat. So it is better to be cautious, learn how you react to each one by itself and once you know how each one works with your system then at that time they can be cautiously combined.

I just bought 3 products and would like to know the best way to take them without any adverse effects. The products are Passion Rx, Mind power, and Eyesight Rx. The instructions say to take each product every other day, so should I be taking each pill on a different day or are there any 2 that can be combined? Most of all are there any that should not be taken on the same day?
   This is a good question. Passion Rx is strong, so it should be taken only by itself. We recommend less than a full capsule if you are sensitive to herbs, for instance 1/2 or 2/3 of a capsule 2 days in a row then take a break for a day or two before resuming. Mind Power Rx can be taken with a third of a tablet of Eyesight Rx. This is actually a good combination. We don't recommend taking passion rx the same day as eyesight and mind. This is, of course, if your health care provider approves.

I ordered Passion Rx and am going to place an order for Mind Power Rx and Multi-vit. I have a few questions and would be grateful if you could answer them. How should these three products be taken together? I noticed that some folks take Passion Rx with 1/2 capsule of Mind Power Rx for improved effect of the Passion Rx. Would the same effect occur by alternating these products or by taking a full capsule. I was thinking that I would take passion Rx every other day, Multi-vit every day and Mind Power Rx on weekdays. Is this OK and is it OK to take all 3 on the same day? It appears that some ingredients are included in more than one product. Also, concerning long-term effects - since some of the products (e.g., mind power Rx) increases production of certain chemicals in the brain, I'm worried about long-term use. Is there any evidence of detrimental effects of long-term use of any of the products, especially Mind Power Rx? Does the body regulate the level of brain chemicals so that it will shut down the natural production of these? I'm afraid of becoming dependent on Mind Power Rx if I take it too long. Is this a risk?
   You ask excellent questions. We prefer each product be taken on a separate day, with one or two days a week without any of them. This applies if you are taking a full capsule. If you are taking half a capsule, you can take 2 or 3 of the products together the same day. The herbs and nutrients in these products are healthy, and as long as you take a break for a day or two a week, they can be used for prolonged periods. It's good to take a 3 to 4 day break each month. By taking these brief breaks, the body readjusts itself if for some reason it has been off balance, which should not happen if you take small amounts.

I was wondering if there are any tolerance issues with your Mind Power Rx. Should I take Mind Power every day, every other day, or only on the weekdays? I just want to make sure that I am getting the most out of your mind product every time I use it. It's been always on my mind to ask you.
   We have not come across tolerance with this product, but is is often a good idea to take a day or two off per week.

Will Mind Power Rx help with erotic mind control?
   This is the first we have been asked about erotic mind control... we don't know.

I just ordered Mind Power Rx and Vitamin B Coenzyme Complex for my 82 year old father who has a mild dementia with mood swings. However, before coming across your product I had earlier ordered a Chinese herbal formula Yi Gan San 500 mg capsule. Can they be combined?
   I am not familiar with Yi Gan San, so I do not know if they can be combined. In older individuals I prefer using only one product a day.

I am a medical student looking for ways to enhance my memory and mind power (as u know there's lots of info that need to be retained and I want to master the mind). I recently got the Mind Power Rx. I've used a few times already. I certainly found that I am more alert and able to concentrate more. However, I don't see a dramatic improvement in my memory. Do I need more time and take it more regularly to see the effect? Or do
I need to increase my dose? I've taken max 3 pills each day. Do you have other formula to enhance memory retainment and recall?
   Mind Power Rx enhances alertness and focus in most age groups, improves mood in many people, but as far as memory, most 20 and 30 year olds (I assume you are in this age group since you are a medical student) are already normally functioning at a high level, and it would be difficult to improve that with mind supplements. Once memory starts fading somewhat in one's 40s, and particularly in 50s, 60s and beyond, then a supplement has more of a noticeable effect. The most important ways to improve mind and memory in your age group is to have a deep 7 to 8 hour sleep at night, which can be helped by taking a half hour to an hour walk daily, avoiding stimulants in the afternoon or evening, and generally following some of the suggestions at this web page on sleep. Also, eating salmon, halibut, sardines (in mustard or tomato sauce, not oil), and other fish is helpful. Sometimes fish oils, additional ginkgo, bacopa, acetyl-l-carnitine, etc may also help some people. No supplements should be taken in a high amount dose that interferes with sleep. But the most important way to have excellent memory is to lower stress (easy for me to say now that I'm no longer in med school) and to sleep deep.    

My wife is being treated with Mirapexin and sinamet. We are currently following ideas to boost low acetycholine and dopomine levels in her brain in a gentle manner [low doses] with suppliments and diet. It appears that only you hold the majority of suppliments required so well done from us in the UK. Q Would your product be suitable for my wife in your opinion. I think your research papers are excellent and give a lot of confidence to us customers in you and your company.
   Thank you for your email. It is very difficult -- almost impossible -- to predict how a person will respond to a supplement, particularly if they are taking other medicines that influence brain chemicals. Sorry we can't be more specific. We appreciate your positive feedback.

Q. I am a 52 yo male who has been taking one capsule of Mind Power Rx almost daily for one month. I really like this product. It lifts me up from my sluggish state in the morning and I have switched to decaf since I don't think I need caffeine any more.

Q. Dear Dr Sahelian, I noticed your Mind Power RX formula does not contain CDP Choline. Does this suggest that CDP choline should not be taken with choline, or is it safe to do so simultaneously?
   A. There are countless supplements and herbs that have an influence on the mind, and we had to limit the number we could place in Mind Power Rx. CDP-choline is an excellent mind nutrient, and it can be taken with choline, just that the dose of CDP-choline and choline need to be reduced in order not to get overstimulated.

Q. I've been using Mind Power Rx daily for 4 months and when i stopped for a couple of days i noticed my head hurts. Is this a withdrawal effect?
   A. We have not heard this side effect, but it may be possibly due to this, but we can't be sure. We always recommend taking frequent breaks from supplements, for instance in the case of mind power rx, taking one or two days off per week.

Q. Hi, Dr. Sahelian. I have read a number of your on-line articles over the years and have a copy of Mind Boosters. I appreciate your combination of avidity and skepticism. I had a question for you. I have tried over the years to use various cholinergic enhancers/acetylcholine precursors in the interests of cognitive preservation and improvement. I'm especially interested--now that I've reached half of my shelf-life--in the promise of DMAE to remove cellular gunk, enhance learning and alertness, and reverse dermal crosslinking. My problem is that all supplements aimed at cholinergic enhancement aggravate symptoms of depression that I have had since I was a teenager. I use a modest dosage of Zoloft now to effectively control these symptoms, but the medication does nothing to counteract the effects of choline, lecithin, DMAE, etc. Is there a backdoor way to reap the benefits of a supplement like DMAE? Something I could take with it to counterbalance the negative side effects? A supplement with a different mechanism that offers the same beneficial effects? I'm especially interested in cognitive enhancement (creativity, lucidity, positivity, productivity, willpower, sleep enhancement, and memory/learning improvement) and in lipofuscin removal and crosslinking retardation and/or reversal. Thanks for any recommendations you can offer. MInd Power Rx is awesome, the best kept secret in terms of a nutritional supplement for the mind.
   A. As a rule, we prefer not taking too high a dose of one or two supplements, but rather a small amount of several brain nutrients since each will have a positive effect on different parts of the brain and neurotransmitters. A good combination is Mind Power Rx, and if your doctor approves, it could be tried.

Q. Do you know of a free mind power ebook?
   A. If you visit my home page, you will find information on all kinds of herbs and supplements that improve the mind.

Q. Does Mind Boosters book discuss herbs and supplements to develop mind power ?
   A. Mind Boosters took several years to write and it is considered one the of the best books ever written on the topic of natural mind enhancement.

Q. How can I get updates on mind power news?
   A. If you subscribe to Natural Healing Secrets newsletter, you will be sent updates on mind power herbs and nutrients for free.

Q. I was diagnosed with adrenal fatigue and virtually no brain hormones -  dopamine, serotonin, etc., and then add menopause to the list. Since taking Mind Power Rx, coupled with other supplements, my pattern of sleep deepened and increased. My thinking had more "snap." I'm able to go into a store without a list (albeit 6-7 items) and actually remember each one that I need! I was recently diagnosed with sleep apnea and given a CPAP machine, which has helped everything. But my point is, even before this recent diagnosis, Mind Powr Rx improved the quality of my thinking. Not to be melodramatic, but I guess you'd have to say Mind Power Rx also improved my life. Due to the fatigue issues, I was taking Mind Power Rx more than once per day. I was taking one in the morning and one before bedtime. This was the best regiment for where I was. So yes, I promote Mind Power Rx to my "equally challenged" friends!
   A. Great feedback, thank you. We suggest not using it before bedtime since it can cause alertness.

Q. Can you tell me if it would be safe to take Mind Power RX along with Paxil which the doctor has prescribed to me for anxiety? I asked my doctor but she could not give me an answer. A friend from Australia is on the antidepressant valdoxan.
   A. We prefer that Mind Power Rx be taken on the days that you are not using Paxil or other antidepressants such as valdoxan. Or, if your doctor approves, you could take half a capsule of Mind Power Rx and half of your normal dose of Paxil. Agomelatine (trade names Valdoxan, Melitor, Thymanax) is an antidepressant developed by the pharmaceutical company Servier.

Q. Hi, ive been taking your Mind Power RX supplement for just over a week and half now and firstly id like to say how much it has helped me. My mind is so much clearer, my communication skills have improved and my memory is starting to impress me. I only have one problem and that is taht i am finding hard to hold an erection. Do any of the ingredints found in Mind Power RX normaly have this kind of effect? Im only 21 which is quite worrying. Is there anything else i can combine with what i taking, such as maca. Im currently taking 2 tablets a day both in the morning. What is your recommended dosage for someone of my age? I do feel as though i benefit from taking Mind Power RX as my memory does seem to fail me. Your help would be much appreciated.
   A. As a rule we have heard positive effects of Mind Power Rx on erection, but perhaps it is possible that taking too much without breaks could have a negative influence. You may wish to take a break for a few days and resume at one capsule a day taking a day or two off each week. Low doses of Passion Rx with yohimbe could potentially be helpful when taken on the days that you are not on Mind Power Rx.

Q. Can you tell me if it would be safe to take Mind Power RX along with Paxil which the doctor has prescribed to me for anxiety? I asked my doctor but she could not give me an answer.
   A. We suggest not using Mind Power Rx and Paxil the same day. Mind Power Rx could be taken on the days that you are off the SSRI.

Q. Is Mind Boosters the same book as Mind Power?
   A. There is a book called Mind Power by Gary Null, and there is a product called Mind Power Rx by Ray Sahelian, M.D. The Mind Power book and the Mind Power Rx product have no relation.

Q. My children both have ADHD. One has it without the hyperactivity, and the other one has it with hyperactivity and impulsivity. Is Mind Power Rx appropriate for children? My daughter is in 2nd grade and my son is in Kindergarten. Are there any known side effects? I realize some side effects come with every medication, but that the good can outweigh the bad. So please be open with me.
   A. Thank you for your email.  We have not tested Mind Power with kids, but we have had some anecdotal positive response in older kids. If you doctor approves, you could try a fifth, quarter of a capsule or a third daily with one or two days off a week and give us feedback so we can tell other parents if they ask. We also suggest if your doctor approves for you to take a capsule to see how it affects you and you will have a better sense of how it works. Thus far we have not had reports of side effects when the dosage has been limited to one capsule in adults.

Q. Around June 2005, I was in searched of a supplement for brain functioning because I was taking the licensure exam for nurses in the Philippines last December 2005. I did order 3 bottles and started taking Mind Power Rx. Together with the supplements and much diligence and above all prayers, I made it to the national board exam to the 2nd place. You may check the results of the Philippine Regulation Commission website. Anyhow, I am actually interested in marketing Mind Power Rx to my friends and acquaintances now that we are preparing exams for the different licensures in other countries.

Q. What is your opinion of Mind Power book by Gary Null?
   A. We have not read Mind Power by Gary Null so we don't have an opinion on this book.

Q. I am looking into trying the product called Mind Power Rx. Is there an amount of time necessary to past before the product is noticed as having a positive effect upon memory & thinking? Also, do you know anything about a new memory improving product called Memoprove. It is suppose to be using a ingredient called N-PEP-12, a neuropeptide.
   A. I am not familiar with Memoprove that you mention. Many people notice benefits from Mind Power the first day, others notice it after several days.

Q. Can Mind Power be taken the same time as lipoic acid or Kava?
   A. You could take Mind Power Rx in the morning, and then in the evening take kava, but we don't suggest taking Mind Power Rx and kava the same time. As to lipoic acid, as long as the dose is 20 mg or less, it should be okay with Mind Power Rx.

Q. Can you tell me if it has any reactions with ADHD medications such as Ritalin etc?
   A. We have not tested Mind Power Rx and Ritalin together, as a rule we suggest using them on separate days since there could be overstimulation using both the same day.

Q. Would you consider Mind Power Rx to be a smart pill?
   A. It depends how you define smart pill. Mind Power Rx can enhance alertness, focus, and mental motivation, and if this leads to better mental performance, then it could be considered as such. However, we have no testing done to see if using Mind Power Rx leads to an increase in IQ.

Q. I have your Rx products of Joint Power Rx, Passion Rx, and Prostate Prostate Power rx, and now ordered Mind Power Rx. Can these be used together?
   A. Joint Power Rx is often used daily, prostate is taken usually daily with a couple of days off a week, and Mind Power Rx is usually taken as needed, not every day. Passion Rx can be taken on days when Mind Power Rx or Prostate Power Rx is not being used since Passion Rx is quite potent, and half a capsule should be enough. Each person is unique, these are rough guidelines. It you notice it is too much for you, you can reduce your intake. We suggest keeping your doctor informed.

Q.  I'm curious as to why where are only 5mg of carnosine in each Mind Power Rx pill, when the carnosine suggests that "it is safe and beneficial in 100 to 250 mg doses taken a few days a week". Is 5mg enough
to even do anything at all?
   A. Many people have the mistaken idea that each supplement should be taken at maximal doses. When a product such as Mind Power Rx has more than a dozen ingredients, and some of them are antioxidants, dosages have to be minimized otherwise side effects can occur. The idea of 'more is better' does not necessarily apply.

Q. I am interested in mind power vs just the acetyl l carnite but notice one dosage of acetyl is 250 mg yet the mind power only has 30 mg. Could you explain the difference?
   A. When multiple herbs and nutrients are used at the same time, it is important to reduce the dosages otherwise serious side effects could occur if a dozen herbs and nutrients are taken at their full dosage.

Q. Hi. I understand that you cannot possibly give specific advice for individuals without complete knowledge of their conditions, but having said that, I would like to know your thoughts about the impact of Mind Power Rx on a person who has been diagnosed with Bipolar 2 disorder. This is the closest diagnosis that I can give you, or that my doctors can give, since the new DSM seems to be fighting with itself over what BP really is. . . and the side which indicates that BP really can't be numbered as such because all mood disorders vary along the proverbial mood scale, seems to be winning. So perhaps we should just call them all simply mood disorders and treat them according to their severity without the need for the numbers. My doctors finally landed on BP2 2 years ago because I don't have "manic" states. My depression just seems to go from bad to worse (with some racing thoughts), and anti-depressants (all varieties which well meaning doctors had me on for years) make the anger, and anxiety worse. I notice that your online article indicates that Omega Fish Oil may work well for mood disorders, and I have taken 4000 mg daily for that reason along with a GNC Women's Ultramega multi vitamin. I had been taking 300 mg of Lamictal daily, which seemed to work well, but due to the "medi-gap" limit, my copay for this medicine went from 30.00 to 230.00 a month. I simply can't afford to purchase the Lamictal. Rather than be completely without any mood support (with the exception of the fish oil), I wondered if the Mind Power RX would be both cheaper and possibly better (for my liver) than the Lamictal. As I cannot afford the Lamictal until the insurance program allows me to purchase the drug at a reasonable price again in January, I wondered if something like Mind Power Rx would be better than nothing (again noting the fish oil) at all. I realize that any advice you give cannot be relied upon to a certainty. Perhaps we would all be more comfortable if I asked the question in a reverse manner: is there anything about Mind Power Rx that would be unsuitable for a person who had been diagnosed with BP2? With just a cursory read of your information, my only unschooled concern was that if antidepressants worsened my condition, is there any stimulant in Mind Power Rx that might act in a similar way? Any help that you can give would be greatly appreciated. If there are other supplements (acetyl l caritine or your sleeping combination for my related insomnia perhaps?), please let me know.
   A. If your doctor approves it is worth giving Mind Power Rx a try. It is nearly impossible to predict what supplement a person will respond to and if they do, it is only through trial and error that the right dose and frequency are found.

Q. Are there any stimulants in Mind Power Rx? I was doing some research on a product Memoprove today and it contains none. How does Mind Power Rx stack up against that?
   A. We are not familiar with Memoprove, and even if we were, we don't compare our products against others. Mind Power Rx was formulated by Ray Sahelian, M.D., the best selling author of Mind Boosters and one of the most knowledgeable doctors in the field of mind enhancement with natural supplements. Most herbs and nutrients have a stimulating effect, therefore it would not be correct to say that brain herbs are not stimulating. However, Mind Power Rx has been formulated to provide the least unpleasant stimulation with the most mental enhancement.

Q. I know that mind power rx is a unique blend of herbs and amino acids, that can effect the thinking and mental focus. My question is, does it effect the neurotransmitters in a like manner to that of Cannibas. And if so, are the effects felt as immediately or does it take some time i.e, hours, minutes, days, weeks or what? I would greatly appreciate your honest answer, as I am very interested in trying your product.
   A. Most people notice the alertness and focus within one to 3 hours.

Q. I regularly receive Martin Edelston Health Newsletter, and he refers constantly, to your book "Mind Boosting Secrets." In these newsletters, over and over again, he writes: " Reverse age-related memory loss with stunning speed, even say goodbye to Alzheimer's Disease with Dr. Sahelian's astonishing 'cure in a can.'" Well, I purchased your book, "Mind Boosting Secrets" and nowhere in it can I find this "cure in a can" that Martin Edelston refers to. Is this a cruel hoax, giving false hope to people with A.D. in order to sell more Bottom Line Books? Unless it is true, I think that Mr.
Edelston should be stopped from making this statement in his newsletters from now on.
   A. Bottom Line bought the rights to the Mind Boosters book, retitled it Mind Boosting Secrets and now promotes it in their own exaggerated way. We have little control on how they promote the book and we suggest you write to Martin Edelston.

Q.  I am a 46-year-old grad student and have been experiencing two difficulties when writing papers. A few years ago I noticed a slowing down in my thinking. I write very well, and have been an A student throughout my postgraduate career. However, I find that sometimes it takes a while for me to articulate my thoughts in written or spoken form. As a result of this, I have developed a writing phobia, and severe anxiety whenever I sit down to actually write papers. I read that Gingko Biloba helps both memory, brain function and anxiety. Is this correct, and would Mind Power Rx help?
   A. Some herbs or herbal combinations could help, but in each individual case it is impossible to predict without trying the product whether it is helpful. We have many people who find Mind Power Rx gives them more alertness, focus and motivation.

Q.  Do these pills have an immediate effect of improvement of memory after it is taken or is memory improvement after taken for a couple days?
   A. Mind Power Rx has a different effect on different people, but most people notice an improvement in alertness and focus, and sometimes mood within a few hours. As to memory, it is difficult to say since it involves extensive clinical testing and we have not done that. However, many of the ingredients in Mind Power Rx have been tested for memory with positive results, but this combination developed by Dr. Sahelian has not had formal testing for memory improvement. We do have feedback from many users that they notice their memory being better.

Q. Can patients with auto-immune disorders such as fibromyalgia and Lupus take Mind Power Rx supplement?
   A.  It is very difficult to give an accurate answer. In order to be 100 percent sure, we would have had to do studies with a large group of people with these conditions who take Mind Power Rx for a few weeks or months and we don't have such a study. All we can do is refer you to your health care provider. This would be true also of almost any other supplement since we cannot take the risk of making a recommendation that may not work out well for any particular person.

Q. I have an 11 year old son with pdd-nos. He is gifted, but he has slow brain function. Is mind power rx for adults or could I give it to my son? He is 117 lbs.
   A. If his doctor approves he can take a capsule every other day or 2 days on, one day off. We have not tested Mind Power Rx for PDD-NOS so we don't have any idea if it will help or not. PDD-NOS stands for Pervasive Developmental Disorder - Not Otherwise Specified.

Q. How long does it take on the average to see the results of memory improvement after taking the tablets. I am in my late forties and currently pursuing my Masters degree. What is the duration that one has to take the tablets - is it life long?
   A. Some people notice mental enhancement within a few hours, others within a few days. Mind Power Rx can be taken either one or two capsules a day a few days a week (we suggest having at least 2 days off per week), or it can be taken as needed. With time you will find out what works best for you.

Q. Can I take Mind Power Rx with the following drugs? Spiriva; 1 puff daily for COPD, Albuterol inhaler; 2 puffs 4 times a day for COPD (as needed), Albuterol for nebulizer; as needed for COPD, Foradil; 2 puffs daily for COPD, Pulmicort; 2 puffs daily for COPD, Vytorin 10/40mg; one each day for cholesterol, Nexium 40mg; two each day for acid reflux, Reglan 10mg; one per day for acid reflux, Quinine sulfate 260; one each day for cramps, Requip 1mg; as needed, for restless legs syndrome, 83 mg aspirin; one per day, for arteries disease, Prednisone (various quantities) for inflammations/exacerbations.
   A. We cannot make this decision for you, we can only suggest you discuss with your doctor. We don't have any research or feedback from users of these medicines regarding the combination with Mind Power Rx. As a general rule, most supplements have few side effects if used in low amounts, and if your doctor approves, you could start with half a capsule a day. The capsule can be easily opened by pulling on each side and the contents emptied in a small glass of water or juice.

Q. Please tell me why there is no tryptophan nor 5HTP in Mind Power Rx, if both tryptophan and 5HTP help with mood.
   A. 5-HTP and tryptophan can cause sedation in many people and Mind Power Rx if formulated to focus on increasing mental alertness and concentration.

Q. I am taking the Mind Power Rx formula for depression symptoms and am wondering if it would be safe for my son to take for depression and OCD? He is 12 years old and weighs 120pounds.
   A. No one can guarantee 100 percent safety of any product since every herb should be considered as medicine, and medicines have benefits and potential side effects if misused. Herbs and natural supplements have much fewer side effects than prescription drugs, but they are not totally side effect free. If his doctor approves, he can take one capsule a few times a week or half a capsule more often. His doctor would have to make the final decision whether he can take Mind Power Rx and if so, how much.

Q. Am 73 and the only Rx I take is amitriptyline. Would like to take Mind Booster Rx. Would it interact with amitriptyline?
   A. We don't have any feedback from those on amitriptyline who have started Mind Power Rx so we don't know for sure. If your doctor approves, you can take half a capsule of Mind Power Rx in the morning with breakfast for a week to see how it influences you and the base further dosage on your initial response. The capsules can be opened by pulling on each side and emptying some of the contents in juice.
 

Comments on Mind Boosters book
I've just completed reading Mind Boosters by Dr Ray Sahelian, and wanted to make a few comments about it. What a great work! I enjoyed reading this, from cover to cover. Several aspects of the book were most refreshing, distinguishing it from many other texts that are out there. While it is pointed out that these non-traditional sources are available, there is no attempt to denigrate conventional medicine, or its practitioners or regulators. Clearly there can be room for all healthcare modalities. Dr Sahelian tries out the various mind boosters on himself. While that may be dismissed as mere anecdotal evidence by some skeptics, it is actually a potent demonstration of his true concern for people.

Dear Dr. Sahelian: First of all, I want to thank you for all you've done. I have your book, MIND BOOSTERS, and it has become a bible for me as far as pertinent brain and memory information, I refer to it almost every day. My husband has a bit of a short term memory loss problem, he is seventy five. I've got him taking your Mind Power RX, either one or two at breakfast, they seem to help. Now, following the protocol in your book, I would like to add another nutrient such as, say, 50 mg. of Pantothenic acid or Acetyl L-Carnitine, 250 mg., or should I add a fish oil softgel? Is it okay to take one of these along with the Mind Power RX, or, should we skip the Mind Power RX if I'm going to try one of those others, so we don't have to worry about overdoing it or getting too much of a cumulative effect? (I've seen dosage recommendations of up to 2000 mg a day for acetyl L-Carnitine, which scares me to death, like you, I'm pretty conservative in these areas). Also, is it ever okay to take more than the recommended dosage of 2 a day on the Mind Power RX.?
   A. Thank you. We prefer to limit Mind Power Rx to one or two capsules. a day. Fish oils can be taken the same day as Mind Power Rx. If other supplements are used, they are best taken by themselves so that their effects are noted without interference from other supplements. It is best to use low dosages and then gradually build up so as not to cause side effects.

Q. My son is 14 yrs old and weights about 130 lbs and is ADD ADHD. He isn't on any ADHD meds at this time but he does need something before school starts. Just a few questions... Can he take Mind-Power Rx? Can the capsules be opened and mixed with apple sauce?
   A. Yes, the capsules can be opened and mixed with a small amount of apple sauce or juice. As to dosage and use by teenagers, we can only say that we need to refer to his doctor.

Q. I'm a 32 year old woman who has self-diagnosed myself with ADD or ADHD. I find myself at times foggy or not thinking clearly or restless or having lack of concentration. I think I first noticed it when I was 16. I started taking Mind Power Rx because a friend recommended. The first day I found it helped a little bit. I took one capsule in the morning with a little bit of food. The second day I noticed being more alert. It was the third day when I realized my concentration was so much better, I could focus on my art work, and felt alert and like a light bulb had been turned on in my brain.

Q. I was just curious, I have been taking Mind Power Rx for about a year now and take 2 capsules in the morning with breakfast, and find it that I am quite focused during the day and feel in a good mood. Is that to many capsules to take? Do you have other people taking that amount?
   A. We prefer people take a day off a week and 4 days off a month or one week off every two months. We have had a few people report to us that they have used for a year or more without problems, but we do not know what would happen if Mind Power Rx is taken daily without a break for many years. For this reason, we prefer users take a break as mentioned above.

I think one of your supplements would benefit my 10 year old who has been diagnosed with dyslexia and anxiety. Is there a liquid form mind power Rx?
    We don't have a liquid form, but the capsule can be opened and mixed in food or juice.

I want to thank you first for your good prescription, of recent I bought one of your suppliments Mind power against hotness of head and reading difficulty. Really mind power releived me much better. It removed tension in my brain, nerve and headache, But much as I desire have not been achieved, I still have low concentration and low memory compared with my work load at school. Is there any way to boost my concentration and memory to meet up with my school challenges? while am still using Mind Power. I want your advice and further recommendation. looking forward to seeing from you very soon.
    It's difficult to predict which supplement or formula will work best in any individual. Sometimes it takes trial and error to find out. On the days when the Mind formula is not being used, one could try acetyl l carnitine, or DMAE, or ginkgo, cdp-choline, or other brain boosters to find out which helps the most. The only way to know is to try different mental enhancement products and experiment.

I am concerned with taking only natural supplements and I was curious to make sure that all the supplements came from natural sources or were otherwise friendly to my body. Could you confirm this and also I was concerned about feeling jittery if I take it. I have been naturally sensitive to stimulants and other mind altering substances, so this concerns me.
    The ingredients in this mind formula are natural. If a person is sensitive to such ingredients, one option is to open a capsule and take a third or half the amount mixed with juice or milk.

I am a current college student and within the past year my anxiety levels have truly affected my mood and concentration. I was considering starting Mind Power Rx but i was wandering if it is safe to take with a Vitamin B-Complex daily from GNC. Also i dont get panic attacks, but i get anxious and overthink a lot, i also have slight depression, i have been researching many herbal treatments and have found many of which claim to do the same thing, such as passion flower, kava, and st. john'swort, along with 5-HTP 50 mg - for serotonin support and tryptophan. How do i know which one is best for me? I also have a lot of digestive upset, mainly of which i have found has been caused by years of anxiety and an anxious stomach. As a student i dont have the money to spend on tons of various supplements nor the time or energy to experiment with various supplements. Yet i do want to try homeopathic alternatives to anti-depressants like Wellbutrin. Is there anything you in particular recommend for me? I also have to mention I am on birth control and for the time being am not planning on going off of it.
   It is very difficult to know which supplement will be best for a person without trying. We understand your budget is limited but it is not possible to predict with any certainty which supplement or combination formula will be effective. A good option is to read as much as you can about different products and then choose a couple to try.

Can it be combined with Serrapeptase - blood clot dissolver?
   A. We prefer you use them every other day.