U.S. scientists discovered an enzyme that maintaining control allows you consume this drug does not feel the effects of “reward” it generates. It also helps prevent relapse
The study was published in the journal Nature Medicine. As he concluded, the inhibition of ALDH-2 enzyme, which the body produces naturally, would be effective for the treatment and rehabilitation of those addicted to cocaine.
The ALDH-2 (aldehyde dehydrogenase-2) has the ability to reduce the level of acetaldehyde, a molecule that accumulates with the consumption of alcohol and leads the drinker to feel the hangover symptoms.
American scientists in charge of this new study found that an inhibitor of ALDH-2 led to the rats to consume less cocaine, because it acted directly on dopamine and reduced its production and release. This molecule is crucial for the addict to feel effects of “rewards” every time you eat this and other substances or psychotropic drugs.
It was found that this inhibitor also helps prevent future relapse when the patient is in rehabilitation period. Because this is as dangerous as the original addiction, the researchers recommended continuing with experiments to unravel the full therapeutic potential of this inhibitor and develop a possible effective treatment for cocaine, today released the El Día de La Plata.
