Method for effecting withdrawal from drug dependency

Details Method for effecting withdrawal from drug dependency Method for effecting withdrawal from drug dependency

1990-03-27

1991-09-24

Waddell, Frederick E.

Drug, bio-affecting and body treating compositions

Designated organic active ingredient containing

Having -c-, wherein x is chalcogen, bonded directly to...

514812, 514811, 514813, A61K 3152

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050514261

ABSTRACT:
Methods and compositions are provided for treating drug-dependent individuals so as to effect withdrawal from the drug of abuse, e.g., natural and synthetic narcotics, or stimulant-type drugs such as cocaine, amphetamines, nicotine, or the like. The method involves substitution therapy wherein a serotonin antagonist such as ergotamine or a derivative thereof and a CNS stimulant such as caffeine are substituted for the drug of abuse.

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