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First of all, let me say that taking Ampyra has DEFINITELY helped my walking. I haven't felt the need to use my cane since almost day one. Speed, gait, balance all improved. Since insomnia has been an issue for me all my life, my Dr. suggested I just take one pill in the morning. I've been taking Ampyra now for 4 months, and still have only taken one pill a day, usually around 8am. That seems to working very well for me - is there any reason I SHOULD be taking the evening dose? Most evenings, I'm not on my feet much, so there doesn't seem to be much point. Your thoughts?

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Thanks for your response, Verwon. No, I have not experienced any side affects, at least that I'm willing to "pin" on the Ampyra. ie., as I mentioned, I have, all my life, had difficulties with insomnia, and I continue to struggle with that sometimes. Is the Ampyria to blame? It's hard to know, but I can say that my insomnia is not markedly worse since starting the Ampyra. I feel fortunate that I am able to continue taking it, because it definitely has helped me.

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Hello, Julia! How are you doing? I am so glad that this medication is working so well for you.

If one pill is working for you, then no, you should go with what your doctor instructed and stick with your current regimen. Eventually, we all get used to any medication we are taking for a long period of time and it stops working as well for us, according to NIH reports, this will give you somewhere to go in the future, eventually, you can add the second dose, if needed.

Have you experienced any side effects?

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