Method for treating convulsions and epilepsy with organic copper

Details Method for treating convulsions and epilepsy with organic copper Method for treating convulsions and epilepsy with organic copper

1986-12-08

1988-07-12

Waddell, Frederick E.

Drug, bio-affecting and body treating compositions

Designated organic active ingredient containing

Ortho-hydroxybenzoic acid or derivative doai

514184, 514186, 514188, 514499, 514500, A61K 31555, A61K 3160

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047570598

ABSTRACT:
Copper-dependent enzymes are required for normal brain development and function. Copper deficiency can result in pathological disorders accompanied by convulsive seizures or tremors in man and animals. The present invention is directed to a method for treating convulsions or epilepsy comprising administration of a therapeutically effective amount of an organic compound of copper having anticonvulsant activity. These compounds include copper complexes of carboxylic acids, acylsalicylates, salicylates, amino acids, imines and known anticonvulsant and antiepileptic drugs.

REFERENCES:
Journal of Neurochemistry, 1966, vol. 13, pp. 1027-1029.

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