Episode #2: All Things Methylene Blue
Summary
In this episode, Dr. K and Kyle discuss the benefits and applications of methylene blue, one of the oldest drugs in the world. They explore its history as a dye and its use as an anti-malarial drug. The conversation delves into the dosing and administration of methylene blue, including the differences between oral and IV administration. They also discuss the importance of obtaining high-quality methylene blue and the potential side effects and contraindications. The episode concludes with a discussion on the various uses of methylene blue in treating different conditions and the potential synergistic effects with light activation. This podcast episode provides a comprehensive exploration of methylene blue, covering its side effects, how it acts on the brain, drug interactions and precautions, the impact on urine color, duration of urine color change, interaction with vitamin C, personal experiences, its potential for weight loss, and its historical use.
Takeaways
- Methylene blue can cause side effects such as gastrointestinal issues and dizziness when taken orally, and muscle cramping and dizziness when administered intravenously.
- Methylene blue acts on the blue spot in the brain, which helps regulate serotonin levels.
- It is important to be cautious when taking methylene blue with medications or substances that modulate serotonin, as it can lead to serotonin syndrome.
- Methylene blue can cause urine to turn blue, green, or other colors, and the duration of urine color change varies among individuals.
- Vitamin C can react with methylene blue and shorten the duration of urine color change.
- Personal experiences with methylene blue vary, with some individuals reporting increased mental sharpness and improved cognitive function.
- Methylene blue may have potential benefits for weight loss by improving energy utilization.
- Methylene blue was initially used as a dye and later discovered to have psychotropic effects, leading to the development of antipsychotic medications.
- Further research is needed to understand the effects and potential applications of methylene blue fully.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Excitement for Episode
00:40 Introduction to Methylene Blue
01:37 Discussion on Progress in Medical Field
03:00 Russian and Chinese Research
03:49 Understanding Methylene Blue as a Dye
04:51 Applications and Benefits of Methylene Blue
08:33 Dosing and Administration of Methylene Blue
09:57 Oral and IV Administration
11:21 Importance of G6PD Test and Quality of Methylene Blue
15:52 Price and Market Variations
20:28 Timing and Cycling of Methylene Blue
22:37 Discussion on Light Activation and Photodynamic Therapy
28:42 Methylene Blue in Treatment of Various Conditions
33:01 Additional Effects and Uses of Methylene Blue
36:47 Discussion on Urine Drinking
38:05 Contraindications and Side Effects
39:23 Side Effects of Methylene Blue
40:12 How Methylene Blue Acts on the Brain
41:40 Drug Interactions and Precautions
43:35 Methylene Blue and Urine Color
45:47 Duration of Urine Color Change
46:20 Interaction with Vitamin C
46:58 Personal Experiences with Methylene Blue
49:01 Methylene Blue and Weight Loss
49:34 Historical Use of Methylene Blue
50:39 Closing Remarks
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Sources
Study on IV vs Oral MB
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/10952480/
Book on MB by Dr. John Lieurance
https://www.drjohnlieurance.com/product-page/methylene-blue
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