I had GI problems with gastrocrom the first time I tried it, but did it again, working up from a small part of a vial in a lot of water to now taking 4 vials/day.  That doesn't work for everybody, though.

At the Colorado Support Group meeting a few weeks ago, Dr. Theoharides' lecture was comparing the effectiveness of luteolin vs. gastrocrom.  According to his research, luteolin was more effective.  He and some other doctors have put together a formula containing luteolin and other flavonoids called NeuroProtek.  It's being used for other things, too, but apparently MC patients are having good luck with it.  It's anti-inflammatory, too.  What I don't know is whether it's any easier on the stomach than Grastrocrom.

Hope something helps soon!

Joan

Texan have you tried cymbalta for the bone, joint and muscle pain?  I take 60 mgs a day and it helps.  Still get some break thru pain but not as often and yes Summer is excruciating for anyone with SM too.

Tex:
I was lucky enough to be at a meeting where Dr. Theo spoke &
luteolin is something he talks a lot about. I'm now completely on ketotifen but wanted to check if anybody is on luteolin & results.
By the way Dr. Theo stayed another hour after a 4 hr meeting just to talk to us & go more into our individual cases. I just wish that my allergy doc, who treats me for my SM was as sympathetic as him. I was blown away by him. I know he's involved with the company that makes the luteolin but still what a great doc.
MikeV

Taking gastrcrom I get the big D when I drink it too fast or with to little water! It makes me belch all the time.  Felt horrible at first, but has made my life bearable!!  I also take ketotifen, it works great for stomach pain.  It made me tired for awhile and it really makes you hungry!

Pam