Methods and compositions for the treatment of alcoholism and...

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C514S646000, C514S724000, C514S727000, C514S728000, C514S730000, C514S731000, C562S405000, C562S433000, C562S458000

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08003704

ABSTRACT:
Use is disclosed of (a) an AlDH-inhibitory amount of a Trp metabolite, or an analogue or derivative thereof or (b) a bioprecursor thereof, or (c) a potentiator of (a) and/or (b), in the preparation of a medicament for treating alcoholism and/or alcohol dependence.

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