abstract：:Pregabalin, the pharmacologically active S-enantiomer of 3-aminomethyl-5-methylhexanoic acid, possesses anticonvulsant activity. Pregabalin binds with high affinity and specificity to voltage-gated calcium channel alpha(2)-delta proteins. The putative mechanism of action of the drug is reduced excitatory neurotransmit...

journal_title：CNS drugs

authors： Warner G,Figgitt DP

更新日期：2005-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Social anxiety disorder (SAD) is a prevalent and disabling disorder associated with significant co-morbidity. An increased awareness of SAD over the past two decades has given impetus to advances in the pharmacotherapeutic and psychotherapeutic treatment options for this disorder. On the basis of consistent data from ...

journal_title：CNS drugs

authors： Muller JE,Koen L,Seedat S,Stein DJ

更新日期：2005-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:It is difficult to determine the relative efficacy of atypical antipsychotics for the treatment of schizophrenia, based on the available literature. The purpose of this article is to review and compare the efficacy of two atypical antipsychotics: olanzapine and ziprasidone.This review focused on randomised trials in w...

journal_title：CNS drugs

authors： Matza LS,Baker TM,Revicki DA

更新日期：2005-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) is used in the treatment of severe psychiatric disorders. It involves the induction of a seizure for therapeutic purposes by the administration of a variable-frequency electrical stimulus via electrodes applied to the scalp. The original application of ECT in non-anaesthetised patients ...

journal_title：CNS drugs

authors： Wagner KJ,Möllenberg O,Rentrop M,Werner C,Kochs EF

更新日期：2005-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Assessing the risk of stroke in persons with migraine is complicated by the intricate relationship between these two conditions. Both migraine and stroke are common and co-morbidity may, in some cases, be coincidental. Given the overlap of clinical symptoms in stroke and migraine, each condition may also mimic the oth...

journal_title：CNS drugs

authors： Tietjen GE

更新日期：2005-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Disability, characterised by the loss of ability to perform activities of daily living (ADL), is a defining feature of dementia that results in growing caregiver burden and the eventual need for alternative care or nursing home placement. Functional decline in patients with dementia can also result from causes other t...

journal_title：CNS drugs

authors： Desai AK,Grossberg GT,Sheth DN

更新日期：2004-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In this article, we review the evidence that tocopherol (vitamin E) may have a role to play in the prevention and treatment of Alzheimer's disease and other neurological diseases. The theoretical rationale for the effectiveness of tocopherol as treatment and/or prevention of Alzheimer's disease is based on its antioxi...

journal_title：CNS drugs

authors： Berman K,Brodaty H

更新日期：2004-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:For nearly 50 years, antidepressant drugs have been the first-line treatment for various forms of depression. Despite their widespread use, these medications have significant shortcomings, in particular problems of patient compliance due to adverse effects. The introduction of new formulations of existing antidepressa...

journal_title：CNS drugs

authors： Norman TR,Olver JS

更新日期：2004-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION AND OBJECTIVE:Haemorrheological parameters and endothelial function are known to be altered in vascular diseases, including stroke. Treatment with HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors ('statins') improves cerebrovascular (and cardiovascular) morbidity and mortality in patients with atherosclerosis; the beneficial ...

journal_title：CNS drugs

authors： Szapary L,Horvath B,Marton Z,Alexy T,Kesmarky G,Habon T,Szots M,Koltai K,Juricskay I,Czopf J,Toth K

更新日期：2004-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The anilidopiperidine opioid remifentanil has pharmacodynamic properties similar to all opioids; however, its pharmacokinetic characteristics are unique. Favourable pharmacokinetic properties, minimally altered by extremes of age or renal or hepatic dysfunction, enable easy titration and rapid dissipation of clinical ...

journal_title：CNS drugs

authors： Beers R,Camporesi E

更新日期：2004-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This review focuses on current information about luteal phase administration (i.e. typically for the last 2 weeks of the menstrual cycle) of pharmacological agents for the treatment of premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD). Compared with continuous administration, a luteal phase administration regimen reduces the exp...

journal_title：CNS drugs

authors： Freeman EW

更新日期：2004-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Mitoxantrone (Novantrone), a synthetic anthracenedione derivative, is an antineoplastic, immunomodulatory agent. Its presumed mechanism of action in patients with multiple sclerosis (MS) is via immunomodulatory mechanisms, although these remain to be fully elucidated. Intravenous mitoxantrone treatment improved neurol...

journal_title：CNS drugs

authors： Scott LJ,Figgitt DP

更新日期：2004-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:New formulations of stimulant medications for the treatment of attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) have been an important focus for pharmaceutical industry research and development over the past decade. In this article, we review and assess the therapeutic potential of five new stimulant formulations (one ...

journal_title：CNS drugs

authors： Connor DF,Steingard RJ

更新日期：2004-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Oxcarbazepine (Trileptal, Timox) is structurally related to carbamazepine and has anticonvulsant activity. Studies suggest that the anticonvulsant activity of oxcarbazepine is mediated via the blocking of neuronal ion channels. In patients aged <18 years, the efficacy of oxcarbazepine monotherapy was similar to that o...

journal_title：CNS drugs

authors： Bang LM,Goa KL

更新日期：2004-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Benzodiazepine hypnotic agents were the mainstream pharmacotherapy for insomnia from the 1960s to the 1980s, but their safety profile proved to be not quite as perfect as originally expected with regard to daytime performance and cognition, and above all the risk of dependence. These risks are substantially diminished...

journal_title：CNS drugs

authors： Lee YJ

更新日期：2004-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Topiramate is an antiepileptic drug that has a broad spectrum of antiseizure effects, which appear to be the result of several neurostabilising pharmacological mechanisms. These include blockade of ion channels, potentiation of GABA neuroinhibition and glutamate receptor antagonism at non-NMDA receptors, as well as mi...

journal_title：CNS drugs

authors： Waugh J,Goa KL

更新日期：2003-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Bipolar depression is the predominant abnormal mood state in bipolar disorder. However, despite the key pertinence of this phase of the condition, the focus of research and indeed of clinical interest in the management of bipolar disorder has been mainly on mania. Bipolar depression has been largely neglected, and ear...

journal_title：CNS drugs

authors： Malhi GS,Mitchell PB,Salim S

更新日期：2003-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Alzheimer's disease affects nearly 5 million Americans currently and, as a result of the baby boomer cohort, is predicted to affect 14 million Americans and 22 million persons totally worldwide in just a few decades. Alzheimer's disease is present in nearly half of individuals aged 85 years. The main symptom of Alzhei...

journal_title：CNS drugs

authors： Butterfield DA,Pocernich CB

更新日期：2003-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Postherpetic neuralgia, which occurs most typically in older persons, is one of the most common and serious complications of herpes zoster (or shingles). It is a chronic neuropathic pain syndrome and remains one of the most difficult pain disorders to treat. Known beneficial agents include antidepressants, antiepilept...

journal_title：CNS drugs

authors： Pappagallo M,Haldey EJ

更新日期：2003-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In recent years, several new antiepileptic drugs (AEDs) have been licensed: felbamate, gabapentin, lamotrigine, levetiracetam, oxcarbazepine, tiagabine, topiramate, vigabatrin and zonisamide. These drugs have proven efficacy as add-on therapy in patients with difficult-to-treat partial epilepsy, as 20-50% of patients ...

journal_title：CNS drugs

authors： Deckers CL,Knoester PD,de Haan GJ,Keyser A,Renier WO,Hekster YA

更新日期：2003-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Since 1989, several novel antipsychotic drugs have become available for use including clozapine, risperidone, olanzapine, quetiapine and ziprasidone. These agents represent a substantial improvement in the treatment of schizophrenia and related disorders and are considered to have a favourable adverse effect profile r...

journal_title：CNS drugs

authors： Trenton A,Currier G,Zwemer F

更新日期：2003-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Insomnia, an inability to initiate or maintain sleep, affects approximately one-third of the American population. Conventional benzodiazepines, such as triazolam and midazolam, were the treatment of choice for short-term insomnia for many years but are associated with adverse effects such as rebound insomnia, withdraw...

journal_title：CNS drugs

authors： Hesse LM,von Moltke LL,Greenblatt DJ

更新日期：2003-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The use of methylphenidate for the treatment of attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) has increased dramatically in the past decade in some countries in Europe and North America. In response to a public debate in Israel, several Knesset members introduced a legislative initiative that aims to lim...

journal_title：CNS drugs

authors： Fogelman Y,Vinker S,Guy N,Kahan E

更新日期：2003-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Many authors have reported discontinuation symptoms associated with selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). The aim of this study was to investigate the incidence and characteristics of the discontinuation syndrome in patients who stopped treatment with the SSRIs paroxetine and fluoxetine under the u...

journal_title：CNS drugs

authors： Bogetto F,Bellino S,Revello RB,Patria L

更新日期：2002-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Clinically relevant movement disorders are identified in 3% of patients with HIV infection seen at tertiary referral centres. In the same setting, prospective follow-up shows that 50% of patients with AIDS develop tremor, parkinsonism or other extrapyramidal features. Hemiballism-hemichorea and tremor are the most com...

journal_title：CNS drugs

authors： Cardoso F

更新日期：2002-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Cognitive dysfunction is a major cause of disability in patients with multiple sclerosis (MS). The prevalence of cognitive dysfunction is estimated at 45 to 65%. Natural history studies suggest that once cognitive dysfunction develops in a patient with MS, it is not likely to remit. Unlike physical disability in MS, c...

journal_title：CNS drugs

authors： Bagert B,Camplair P,Bourdette D

更新日期：2002-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Seizures are a relatively common occurrence in patients with HIV infection. They may be a result of HIV infection of the CNS or a manifestation of an opportunistic infection. Because seizures are likely to recur in patients infected with HIV and because they are a poor prognostic indicator, it is generally recommended...

journal_title：CNS drugs

authors： Romanelli F,Ryan M

更新日期：2002-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Female hypoactive sexual desire disorder (HSDD) may occur in up to one-third of adult women in the US. The essential feature of female HSDD is a deficiency or absence of sexual fantasies and desire for sexual activity that causes marked distress or interpersonal difficulty. The evaluation of female HSDD generally requ...

journal_title：CNS drugs

authors： Warnock JJ

更新日期：2002-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Cytomegalovirus (CMV) infection of the CNS occurs most commonly in patients with severe immunosuppression such as those with advanced HIV infection (i.e. AIDS) or those who have undergone bone marrow or solid organ transplantation. Immunocompetent patients are affected very rarely. The infection of the CNS may affect ...

journal_title：CNS drugs

authors： Maschke M,Kastrup O,Diener HC

更新日期：2002-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Anticonvulsant hypersensitivity syndrome (AHS) is a rare, but potentially fatal, adverse reaction that occurs in patients, including children, who are treated with anticonvulsants. During metabolism of the anticonvulsant, toxic arene-oxide compounds are produced. AHS is associated with both cutaneous and systemic symp...

journal_title：CNS drugs

authors： Verrotti A,Trotta D,Salladini C,Chiarelli F

更新日期：2002-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:gamma-Aminobutyric acid (GABA) is considered to be the major inhibitory neurotransmitter in the brain and loss of GABA inhibition has been clearly implicated in epileptogenesis. GABA interacts with 3 types of receptor: GABAA, GABAB and GABAC. The GABAA receptor has provided an excellent target for the development of d...

journal_title：CNS drugs

authors： Czuczwar SJ,Patsalos PN

更新日期：2001-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Bulimia nervosa is an eating disorder characterised by recurrent episodes of binge eating and associated efforts to purge the ingested calories through self-induced vomiting, laxative or diuretic abuse, fasting or intensive exercise. The aetiopathogenesis and pathophysiology of the disorder are currently unclear. Biol...

journal_title：CNS drugs

authors： Brambilla F

更新日期：2001-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This article reviews the conceptual progression in the pharmacological therapy of malignant astrocytoma (MA) over the past decade, and its future trends. It is a selective rather than an exhaustive inventory of literature citations. The experience of the Brain Tumour Cooperative Group (BTCG) and earlier phase III tria...

journal_title：CNS drugs

authors： Jennings MT,Iyengar S

更新日期：2001-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：UNLABELLED:Tianeptine is an antidepressant agent with a novel neurochemical profile. It increases serotonin (5-hydroxytryptamine; 5-HT) uptake in the brain (in contrast with most antidepressant agents) and reduces stress-induced atrophy of neuronal dendrites. Like the selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) and...

journal_title：CNS drugs

authors： Wagstaff AJ,Ormrod D,Spencer CM

更新日期：2001-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:An explosion in antiepileptic drug (AED) therapy began in the 1990s with the licensing of 9 new chemical entities and more to come. Important differences between AEDs may not be detected by regulatory trials, which are designed to satisfy licensing requirements and often diverge considerably from everyday clinical pra...

journal_title：CNS drugs

authors： Brodie MJ,Kwan P

更新日期：2001-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The aim of this review is to provide clinicians with a picture of the mechanisms by which: histamine and histaminergic agonists act on the vestibular system both peripherally and centrally; and histaminergic agonists and antagonists interfere with the recovery process after peripheral vestibular lesion. We have focuse...

journal_title：CNS drugs

authors： Lacour M,Sterkers O

更新日期：2001-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The common strategy to treat a migraine attack as soon as it begins, made for classical acute antimigraine treatments such as ergotamine and analgesics, has not been transposed to the triptans. The recommendation to delay triptan intake until headache intensity is at least moderate is merely a habit generated by the p...

journal_title：CNS drugs

authors： Schoenen J

更新日期：2001-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Symptoms of anxiety and depression often appear together in patients, either as 2 discrete disorders, such as major depressive disorder and panic disorder, or as a combination of symptoms not meeting criteria for specific disorders. The social, economic, occupational and medical costs of such comorbid anxiety and depr...

journal_title：CNS drugs

authors： Bakish D,Habib R,Hooper CL

更新日期：1998-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:▴ Ziprasidone is a novel antipsychotic drug. It has high affinity for serotonin 5-HT(2) and dopamine D(2) receptors in vitro, with an 11-fold higher affinity for 5-HT(2) than for D(2) receptors, suggestive of a low potential for inducing motor disturbance [including extrapyramidal symptoms (EPS)].▴ The effects of zipr...

journal_title：CNS drugs

authors： Davis R,Markham A

更新日期：1997-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Subacute sclerosing panencephalitis (SSPE) is a chronic progressive, usually fatal disease of uncertain pathogenesis that is associated with the presence of mutant measles virus in the CNS. The diagnosis is based on clinical criteria and an elevated titre of measles antibodies in the CSF. Electroencephalography, imagi...

journal_title：CNS drugs

authors： Anlar B

更新日期：1997-02-01 00:00:00