Randomized placebo-controlled study of the nicotinic agonist SIB-1508Y in Parkinson disease.

Parkinson Study Group · Neurology · 2006

rct · Level II

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Abstract

This randomized, placebo-controlled, 5-week Phase II trial evaluated the safety and tolerability of SIB-1508Y, a selective alpha4beta2 nicotinic acetylcholine receptor agonist, in 77 individuals with early Parkinson disease. Lightheadedness was a common dosage-related adverse effect at higher dosages, leading to frequent dosage reduction, drug discontinuation, and eventual trial redesign. A maximally tolerated dosage of 10 mg daily was identified. No antiparkinsonian or cognitive-enhancing effects were demonstrated in this trial.

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