The purpose of this study is to develop oral controlled release formulation of Huperzine A that will provide optimal pharmacokinetic profile of the drug enhancing safety and compliance, as possible cure to neurodegenerative disorders.
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
NONE
Enrollment
8
Each volunteer will receive single dose of three different formulations of Huperzine A. One immediate release formulation of 0.4mg and two different controlled release formulations at same dose. Between the study phases will be a washout period of at least 21 days.
Hadassah University Hospital
Jerusalem, Israel
Pharmacokinetic parameters of Huperzine A different formulations
Pharmacokinetic parameters: C max, T max, AUC, t1/2
Time frame: Blood samples will be taken for 36 hours after Huperzine A administration
Laboratory testing of peripheral AchE inhibition by Huperzine A. Evaluation of adverse events. Laboratory testing of peripheral AchE inhibition by Huperzine A. Evaluation of adverse events.
Time frame: 36 hours
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