Blocking alpha-synuclein propagation with perampanel
About this episode
Dr. Norihito Uemura discusses the effects of perampanel on alpha-synuclein propagation and neurodegeneration in a mouse model of Lewy body disease with Prof. Tiago Outeiro.
Dr. Norihito Uemura joins Prof. Tiago Outeiro to discuss perampanel, an AMPA receptor antagonist, and how it has been shown to block alpha-synuclein propagation and neurodegeneration in a mouse model of Lewy body disease. Dr. Uemura explains the mechanistic findings of transsynaptic propagation and the study limitations pertaining to mouse behavior. They also discuss perampanel’s established therapeutic ranges in epilepsy, review limited prior Parkinson’s data, and outline next steps including a potential clinical trial in Parkinson’s disease patients. Read article . Journal CME is available until June 5, 2027.
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