Taurine and Tinnitus

Discussion in 'Alternative Treatments and Research' started by jazz, Jan 18, 2013.

    1. DebInAustralia
      No Mood

      DebInAustralia Member Benefactor Hall of Fame Advocate

      Location:
      Geelong, Victoria
      Tinnitus Since:
      12/2013
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    2. SamRosemary

      SamRosemary Member Benefactor

      Location:
      Canada
      Tinnitus Since:
      05/2022
      Cause of Tinnitus:
      Unknown
      Anyone try Taurine?

      More so worried about adverse reactions.

      I have a bottle and looking to add it to my cocktail of vitamins. Plan to start low.

      Thanks.
       
    3. Hottopic29

      Hottopic29 Member Benefactor

      Location:
      Niagara falls
      Tinnitus Since:
      11/2013
      Cause of Tinnitus:
      Zithromycin acoustic trauma 2022
      Taurine plays a vital role in hearing. In fact, studies have found that in some cases, taurine can reverse the biochemical processes behind hearing loss. Other studies have demonstrated that taurine can almost completely eliminate the ringing in the ears associated with tinnitus.

      Source: https://www.lifeextension.com/magazine/2013/6/the-forgotten-longevity-benefits-of-taurine
       
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    4. CW Dragon
      Conehead

      CW Dragon Member Benefactor

      Location:
      Midwest USA
      Tinnitus Since:
      07/2022
      Cause of Tinnitus:
      Impulse Noise
      I used to drink Taurine in Red Bull which has it, for the last 15 years (I've stopped all caffeine consumption recently). Now I take 1000 mg daily in the morning.
       
    5. SmallRonnie
      Ape-like

      SmallRonnie Member Podcast Patron Benefactor

      Location:
      Ireland
      Tinnitus Since:
      H since 2018. T since 2021
      Cause of Tinnitus:
      Loud noise
      I've ordered some Taurine. The doses people take in the trials for tinnitus do seem to be quite high. Maybe it will synergise well with similar things. L-Theanine or something maybe, I'm not sure about the pharmacology.
       
    6. Travis Henry
      Cynical

      Travis Henry Member Hall of Fame

      Location:
      Dallas,TX
      Tinnitus Since:
      10/2021
      Cause of Tinnitus:
      1 Moderna Vac, Noise and stress I guess, its killing me
      Anyone having any relief from Taurine? I am thinking of adding this to my daily routine.
       
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    7. SmallRonnie
      Ape-like

      SmallRonnie Member Podcast Patron Benefactor

      Location:
      Ireland
      Tinnitus Since:
      H since 2018. T since 2021
      Cause of Tinnitus:
      Loud noise
      I take Taurine going to sleep now most days or sometimes during the day too. I think it does help a little.
       
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    8. George Brunner

      George Brunner Member Benefactor

      Location:
      Switzerland
      Tinnitus Since:
      2021
      Cause of Tinnitus:
      unknown, maybe jaw or neck problems
      I tested Taurine for 4 weeks, I had more bad days than good days than normal so no benefit. Forget it as a cure.
       
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    9. SmallRonnie
      Ape-like

      SmallRonnie Member Podcast Patron Benefactor

      Location:
      Ireland
      Tinnitus Since:
      H since 2018. T since 2021
      Cause of Tinnitus:
      Loud noise
      What dose were you taking? There was a clinical trial where they used high doses, 3-5g of Taurine a day and some people said it helped their tinnitus.

      I take about 3g at night most nights now. I can't say for sure if it helps or not.
       
    10. Matchbox
      Wishful

      Matchbox Member

      Location:
      BC Canada
      Tinnitus Since:
      08/2020
      Cause of Tinnitus:
      Noise Induced, Prednisone (drones), Barotrauma (distortions)
      I'll have to try this out again. I do find Red Bull causes "changes".
       
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    11. juliob
      Confused

      juliob Member

      Location:
      Brazil
      Tinnitus Since:
      03/2018
      Cause of Tinnitus:
      Antidepressants / Loud Sound Exposure
      Does anyone here take Taurine who is currently also on an antidepressant and whose tinnitus was originally induced by an antidepressant?

      Searching on Google I found that Taurine interacts with Serotonin so I wonder if I should try it while on Fluvoxamine, when two tinnitus tones appeared earlier with another SSRI.

      I am considering Taurine mainly for OCD and helping with my benzo taper.
       
    12. jimvee

      jimvee Member

      Tinnitus Since:
      05/2023
      Cause of Tinnitus:
      Motorcycle ride with earplugs?
      I have Taurine coming in the mail today. I'm already taking all other major supplements for my tinnitus, but will implement this into my daily routine. I think I will start at 2 x 1000 mg from what I've read. Will report back!
       
    13. ImmortalWombat

      ImmortalWombat Member

      Tinnitus Since:
      2010
      Cause of Tinnitus:
      Stress
      I will start 500 mg.
       
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    14. RunningMan
      Stressed

      RunningMan Member

      Location:
      USA
      Tinnitus Since:
      HiFrq ~2000, Increased 2022, LoFrq ~2020
      Cause of Tinnitus:
      Loud noise - clubs, stereos, cycles, headphones, engines,etc
      I tried Taurine up to 3 g per day and didn't feel it helped with sleep or tinnitus. I haven't had any luck with supplements.
       
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    15. MrChips13

      MrChips13 Member

      Location:
      North Carolina
      Tinnitus Since:
      October 2023
      Cause of Tinnitus:
      Ototoxic medications
      Taurine may help over time. Below 6 grams it won’t hurt.
       
    16. Cernuto
      Spaced

      Cernuto Member

      Tinnitus Since:
      2010
      Cause of Tinnitus:
      Noise Induced
      I think Taurine helps me very slightly have more good days and less bad days. I've had no adverse effects with 5g of this stuff almost every day:

      BulkSupplements: Taurine Powder
       
    17. Hottopic29

      Hottopic29 Member Benefactor

      Location:
      Niagara falls
      Tinnitus Since:
      11/2013
      Cause of Tinnitus:
      Zithromycin acoustic trauma 2022
      I ordered some Taurine. I read I need to take 3000 mg a day, divided in two doses, once in the morning and once at night for 3 months. And it's going to be a small, gradual benefit...
       
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