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Memory loss caused by dementia could be reversed with THIS 24p drug, scientists reveal
Memory loss caused by dementia could be reversed with THIS 24p drug, scientists reveal
GETTY Experts believe a drug could reverse memory lossScientists have revealed mefenamic acid - which is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug - (NSAID) sold in Britain as Ponstan Forte - also reduced brain inflammation when tested on mice.The drug is currently only available if it is prescribed by pharmacists and doctors and costs 24p a tablet.Experts often prescribe it for period pain or to relieve pain caused by dental surgery.However experts have warned people not to take the drug to treat Alzheimer's disease because no studies have been done in people.
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Period pain drug could halt memory loss in alzheimer's disease, tests reveal
Period pain drug could halt memory loss in alzheimer's disease, tests reveal
A commonly used anti-inflammatory drug could help treat Alzheimer's disease, new research suggests.Memory loss and brain inflammation in mice were completely reversed when they were given mefenamic acid, a common nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) often used for period pain.The researchers were working on the idea that inflammation in the brain makes Alzheimer's disease worse.Scroll down for videoMemory loss and brain inflammation in mice were completely reversed when they were given mefenamic acidThis is the first time a drug has been shown to target an important inflammatory pathway called the NLRP3 inflammasome which damages brain cells, the researchers said.
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Period pain drug could halt memory loss in alzheimer's disease, tests reveal
Period pain drug could halt memory loss in alzheimer's disease, tests reveal
Period pain drug could halt memory loss in Alzheimer's disease, tests revealA commonly used anti-inflammatory drug could help to treat Alzheimer's disease, early findings from a new study show.Memory loss and brain inflammation in mice were completely reversed when they were given mefenamic acid, a common nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory Drug (NSAID) which is often used for period pain.Dr David Brough, of Manchester University, who led the study, warns that more research is needed to identify its impact on humans.The findings are published in the Nature Communications journal.
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