Posted by SLS on December 13, 2003, at 8:08:24
In reply to Mefipristone vs. ketoconazole for high cortisol , posted by dannen on December 12, 2003, at 17:52:46
There are several ongoing trials using mifepristone (RU-486) to treat depression that are being funded by the NIMH. One trial found it to work well for psychotic depression. I don't remember where I read it, but it was stated that mifepristone was administered acutely for a short period of time upon which the depression resolved. The drug was then discontinued, and the antidepressant effect persisted long afterwards. I think the idea is to force the HPA to reset itself to a more normal state.
Are you considering trying it?
- Scott
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