
A medicine to cure stammering could be developed from the findings of a psychiatrist of University of California.
Stuttering afflicts an estimated 3 million Americans. Dr. Gerald Maguire of the UC-Irvine, who stuttered as a child, is supporting the Indevus Pharmaceuticals in the effort to find a cure. The largest clinical trial of a drug for stuttering gave hopeful results, according to the company. However, even larger trials were needed.
According to New York Times, larger trials could take 2-3 years but if they succeed, Pagoclone would become the first medicine for treating the problem.
The study conducted by Macguire and others reveal that there is an excess of the neurotransmitter dopamine in the brains of those who stammer. However, much has to be learnt about the causes and cure.
Source: Medindia
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