Using Helpful Medications and Supplements

We have been told that AS kids are extremely sensitive to most medications, so start with a much smaller dose and ramp up for effect. Consider buying a pill cutter. Examples of medications that have been helpful for Ian are:

Tryptophan--regulates serotonin and related hormone production. Ian and many AS kids will show that they cannot make their own tryptophan. It is also naturally found in poultry and eggs so a diet that features these foods are helpful

Vitamin B12--seems to be very helpful for quick mood enhancement. We prefer the ones that dissolve under the tongue.


Magnesium. seems to be very helpful in managing a list of issues common to AS issues. We also prefer the liquid form as Magnesium is difficult for most bodies to assimilate.


Efalex--this Omega Oil and Evening Primrose pill seems to calm the hyperactivity symptoms with little side effect. It also seems to cause a contentment and assist processing of thoughts.

Melatonin--helps facilitate deep, contiguous sleep. Without it, going to bed 2 hours later, waking up after a few hours of fitful sleep and struggling to go back to sleep after tossing and turning for hours is common.

Aerius--allergy medication for skin outbreaks. Expensive. Without this medication, Ian's skin breaks out into rashes quickly.

Fucicort--topical Fucidin and Cortisone cream to treat bad rash outbreaks that look like they are getting infected. Ian is allergic to sulfur-based drugs, and so cannot use triple-antibiotic such as Neosporin.

Hydrogen Peroxide--much less painful than alcohol for cleaning topical wounds and angry rashes.

Medicated Powder--useful for stinky boys' feet and preventing prickly heat rashes.

Prednisolone--risky for long term used, but when taken in brief spurts over a few days, this oral steroid can stem a blooming skin rash.


When it is time to end taking medications, we have discovered that it is wise to take a few days to ramp down medications in shrinking doses, especially those with emotional/hormone-influencing characteristics. Going cold-turkey can cause massive, scary mood swings.

Organic & Fresh. There is a case to be made for asking an Aspie to go organic vegetarian since they tend to suffer from constipation, and retain heavy metals, and have trouble eliminating chemicals from their body. So, consuming whole, fresh, preservative and additive free food and pure water will greatly reduce their stress overall.