Tag: anxiolytic

Methylene Blue in the Treatment of Neuropsychiatric Disorders

Methylene blue, a compound historically used for psychiatric disorders, shows promise in the treatment of neuropsychiatric conditions like bipolar disorder due to its antidepressant, anxiolytic, and neuroprotective effects. It works by stabilizing mitochondrial function and modulating reactive oxygen species, which helps in improving mood and stabilizing symptoms in bipolar disorder

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Methylene blue and its analogues as antidepressant compounds

This review explores the antidepressant and anxiolytic properties of methylene blue (MB) and its analogues. MB exerts its effects through mechanisms such as monoamine oxidase A (MAO-A) inhibition, which increases neurotransmitter levels, and modulation of nitric oxide pathways. These actions suggest MB’s potential as a therapeutic agent for treating mood

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