We expected the results from Dr. Pridgen’s multi-center duo-drug antiviral Fibromyalgia study last month but not to worry. Pridgen showed up on a local news affiliate talking about the results and said they were impressive. Check out the man himself in the video below.
For more on the Pridgen Antiviral trial check out these blogs
- Major Antiviral Trial Underway in Fibromyalgia Could Open Up Treatment Possibilities
- Pridgen Reports Fibromyalgia Antiviral Trial Results “Very Positive” : Predicts New Approach Will Be “Game-Changer”
I’ve been a part of clinical trials myself so I know there is a lot of secrecy and confidentiality, but since Pridgen himself so openly talk about his research it’s frustrating for us to be in the dark about this. Why can’t we be let in on the which drugs he have found successful?
His has patented nine different antiviral-NSAIDs-combinations:
-famciclovir and celecoxib
-valaciclovir and meloxicam
-famciclovir and meloxicam
-aciclovir and meloxicam
-famciclovir and diclofenac
-aciclovir and celecoxib
-aciclovir and diclofenac
-valaciclovir and celecoxib
-valaciclovir and diclofenac
I’m on valaciclovir and celecoxib myself, with relief from some symptoms, but not my ME. I remember Cort informed us that Pridgen is not focusing on valaciclovir and celecoxib, so I wonder which of the other combinations it is? I don’t think it’s aciclovir, it’s not «potent» enough, and I think meloxicam and diclofenac also may be too «weak». This is just my speculation of course, but I think Pridgen will inform us that he’s found famciclovir and celecoxib to be the right combination of drugs. My two cents.
You’ve got the patents down! 🙂 I think we will know soon. I think they’re just pulling together the results from the study. As soon as they release that I can’t imagine but that we’ll know.
Wondering what the status is of the tests. This was back in 2014 & the news reporter said in the next 3 years it would be available. If he needs more Guinea pigs I will be more than happy to be one if it will help other Fibro sufferers.
I think Dr. Pridgen has not been able yet to gather the money needed to do the very expensive phase III trials.
I am a bit skeptical. Anti inflammatories will naturally help, so whether combination with antivirals will provide any additional bebefits is the big question
My understanding is the Celebrex ifs being used primarily for its anti-viral properties – that is the key mechanism.
Skepticism is called for. Fibromyalgia also has quite a few subsets. I’ll bet some people do very well on his protocol and others do as well. It’s hard to imagine one fix for such a big disorder… but we shall see.
Scepticism is only called for because we have been brushed aside and let down for decades. I don’t see any other reason to be sceptic. I’ve always believed one ‘fix’ does exist for all. Nevertheless, we shall see shortly.
really really great but without antibiotics in my view it’ll only work for ppl who haven’t also picked up some of those bugs along the way and my experience is that after a few years cellmetabolism is on its ass so maybe more folks will have the same problem; even with antivirals + antibiotics thyroid meds or perhaps a natural substitute should be added
I am of the same opinion.
Waiting to see Pridgen results before I try my personal cocktail of Valtrex/2xABX/EDTA.
But I am counting the seconds to find out if Pridgens actions speak louder than his words.
I have been excited to hear what the results of this trial would be… many years ago I mentioned to my husband I felt my fibro was a virus (HSV1) to be exact. Although many theories have been tossed around with the dozen plus doctors I have seen. I broke my back many years ago with permanent damage / effects. Although I agree it could be partly to blame, I still feel it is a virus. I remember clearly one day coming down with a fever and it held on for days… extreme exhaustion and a flu like feeling that never went away. After that the gastrointestinal issues, anxiety, headaches… over the years these symptoms, and more have only gotten worse. Sometimes to the point I question my quality of life. I was at one time put on Valtrex for constant cold sores, and Celebrex because I was having major issues with inflammation and difficulty walking. I was surprised by the effects these two drugs in combination had on my symptoms. It verified in my mind it was viral. I felt so much better on these together. Of course over the years, my fibro has gotten to a level where I have every single associated syndrome… so I assume it would take some major assessments and focus on other treatments to get me back to a normal state. What is normal??? I have forgotten, but anything is better than this… I had a bad flu / cold in March which lasted about 3 weeks… I told my husband I would rather have my fibro than feel this bad. lol Imagine wanting your fibro back! Anyway, I really hope it doesn’t take three more years for Dr. Pridgen’s “magic pill” to get approval from the FDA! It really frustrates me that we (fibro afflicted patients) have to wait… haven’t we put our lives on hold long enough!? I am definitely going to approach my doctor, and see if he will at least prescribe the combo I found to be useful… as I wait… I really hate getting steroid injections to relieve my migraines and pain in my shoulders and neck!
I am/was really excited about this study. I have always thought that my fibro was viral because of the markers they find in my blood work and the fact that if I come within a mile of a virus I catch every thing. The reason I said was excited is because this will not help me if it depends on NSAIDS. I have never found a NSAID that does not make me violently ill with both respiratory and stomach flu like symptoms. I will still hope and pray this brings relief to my friends or for that matter any one who suffers the this horrible life changing illness. I have been taking narcotics for 10 years but I also have had failed back surgery. The narcotics (started on oxycontin, which I hated but have been on morphine sulfate for the last 7 years) make most days “liveable”. I hate being on narcotics, the way I am treated by other Dr.’s and pharmacists or any one who finds out is deplorable. My New Years resolution this year was to try and get off the narcotics, it has been a slow, depressing process. I got hit hard in January by mono, which was brought home by my daughters friends. That of course made the fibro and all the “great” other afflictions that go hand in hand, IC, CFS, esophageal problems, etc. flare up. I am still fighting this and it is now almost May! I am proud of myself though through all this I am taking 60mgs. less of the morphine sulfate daily and even if that is all that I will be able to lower my dose, it is still a success. It is sad that the only reason I want to get off of a medication that helps is because of they way others treat me and that the laws are becoming so stringent that there are times I run out, because can not pick script up till day I am out and for some reason the same pharmacy I have always got them at does not always have them in stock that day, talk about misery. I will get off my soapbox, this is my first time finding this website and I am excited to be a part of such an informed community, that understands!!
Hi all I dont know why some people are calling it a virus, erm it’s NOT
Its is a horrible, nasty, DISEASE
Its a illness that can not be cused
Its make me so angry
Unless you are suffering with this disease dont judge you that you know
I don’t think people are calling fibro or chronic fatigue a virus. What scientist are trying to determine is whether or not these conditions are cause by a VIRUS. The more you know the easier you could find a cure or a treatment.
Hello, Really exciting to know about this research. I hope the whole world could benefit from it and very soon. Anyone could recommend a forum or a Facebook group on cronic fatigue and fibromyalgia? Thanks.
Hi Cort,
What’s going on with this??
We are going into June….
Do you have any info?
Hi my friend,
It is Hope. I’m once again on day 8 of the protocol. This is the day I had to end last time since my insurance denied Celebrex at the prior authorization level and I ran out of samples that the doctor sent me. I don’t feel anything yet but I have to tell you that I’m also frustrated that the community hasn’t heard the details yet. It has me a bit skeptical and it seems as if this topic is starting to fizzle and I don’t want that to happen. I’m not sure how sick you are but I can’t get much sicker. In fact, the only reason I am as well as I am is for the medication Xyrem. I like Dr. Pridgen had said felt like this was going to be a “Game Changer” and I don’t doubt it and don’t want to. I guess I’m just waiting for him or Carol Duffy to spill the beans.
I will keep you updated as well as everyone who reads as to my progress. I’m hoping that we will hear from one of the experts or Cort on when we might hear something before we hear back about my progress.
Take great care!
Hope
Good to hear from you again.
Yeah this is well overdue and frustration doesn’t
even begin to describe it.
It is funny as if you scour the net enough, you can
see people who have revealed what the drug combo
is from as far back as May 2013, which is when the
trial actually started more or less.
Apparently some are prescribed the Fam/Cele combo
plus L-Lysine and another supplement to increase
effectiveness.
I’m ready for the game to change 🙂
Hi J,
I have only read one review where a guy named Chris said he was doing a modified version of the protocol. I’m wondering if that is what he means. I wonder if I should try the L-Lysine and do you know what other supplement? Can you point me in the direction of where you read that! I’m so desperate!
I know it is probably a fluke but I don’t feel horribly fatigued like I usually do at this time of night. Oh how I wish to hear more. Perhaps I need to schedule an appointment with my doctor. She didn’t mention anything else about using other supplements but did say there were 2 other combinations if this one didn’t work. She said that Dr. Pridgen said that this was the one showing the best results though.
I’ll talk to you soon!
Hope
I’ve got info.
But cannot disclose on public site.
Do you have an email?
Yes I have an e-mail. How can I get it to you? I would greatly appreciate it. I believe today is day 16 but I’m not feeling anything yet. Perhaps the information you have would help.
I’m really disappointed and frustrated that Dr. Pridgen hasn’t said anything yet. It makes me think something is wrong. I haven’t heard anything more from Cort as to what is going on. I really hope to hear something soon.
Let’s figure out how I can get you my e-mail.
Take great care!
Hope
Hi J,
Please e-mail me at hopeful42014@yahoo.com
To any administrator: I am completely ok with giving out this e-mail address. I really want to speak with Juujji. I greatly appreciate it!
Take great care!
Hope
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I am very disappointed to see that this is going down the drug path with patents. Will medicine never, ever, stop being for profit and start being for the benefit of the patients? It would seem to me that “do no harm” includes harm to people whose financial situation does not allow expensive treatment. If a combo of drugs has a success rate, a human being who just wanted to help, instead of getting rich, would simply put that information out there and make it accessible to everyone. Period.