Enhancement of impaired motor and mental functions, using dextromethorphan and oxidase enzyme inhibitor
OwnerRichard A. Smithinventor
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During clinical trials on patients suffering from neurological disorders, it has been observed that some patients obtain dramatic improvements in motor control and/or higher mental functioning, when they receive a combination of dextromethorphan and quinidine, at suitable dosages. Improved motor control has been exemplified to date by improved ability to swallow and/or speak, among victims of stroke, head injury, or ALS. Improved higher mental functioning has been exemplified better job performance, increased ability to analyze and solve problems, and increased ability to have successful and satisfying interactions with other people. These types of effects can be seen in a relatively brief time period, such as within several days to a week.
A method for improving motor control and higher mental function in a patient who suffers from autism, comprising the step of administering to an autistic patient a drug combination comprising dextromethorphan and at least one second drug that inhibits metabolic degradation of dextromethorphan, at combined dosages that, when administered together, are effective in providing improved motor control for at least some autistic patients who suffer from impaired motor control.
A method for improving higher mental functioning in a patient suffering from autism, comprising the step of administering to an autistic patient a drug combination comprising dextromethorphan and at least one second drug that inhibits metabolic degradation of dextromethorphan, at combined dosages that, when administered together, are effective in providing improved cognitive and analytical functioning among at least some autistic patients who suffer from impaired mental functioning.
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