The differential effects of meclofenoxate on memory loss in the elderly.

Abstract

A double-blind study of the effects of meclofenoxate on memory performance of fit, able, elderly subjects was carried out. A number of performance measures, designed to measure various aspects of memory function were employed. These revealed that meclofenoxate appears to increase the consolidation of new information into long-term memory, but does not affect other aspects of remembering. It was also found that significantly more of the subjects receiving meclofenoxate reported an increased level of mental alertness.

• Authors: D Marcer, S M Hopkins
• Journal: Age and ageing (Age Ageing) Vol. 6 Issue 2 Pg. 123-31 (May 1977) ISSN: 0002-0729 [Print] England
• PMID: 329662 (Publication Type: Clinical Trial, Controlled Clinical Trial, Journal Article)

Chemical References

• Glycolates
• Placebos
• Meclofenoxate

Topics

• Aged
• Female
• Glycolates (therapeutic use)
• Humans
• Male
• Meclofenoxate (therapeutic use)
• Memory (drug effects)
• Memory Disorders (drug therapy)
• Memory, Short-Term (drug effects)
• Placebos