CPT-3

Magnesium-ibogaine therapy in veterans with traumatic brain injuries

This observational study (n=30) evaluates ibogaine (up to 980mg/70kg) in combination with magnesium (1-2 hours before and 12 hours later) in male Special Operations Forces veterans with predominantly mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI). The study assessed changes in disability, PTSD, depression, and anxiety immediately and one month after treatment using various scales. Results show significant improvements in functioning and psychological symptoms with no serious adverse events.

Published

January 5, 2024

Journal

Nature Medicine

Authors

Cherian, K. N., Keynan, J. N., Anker, L., Faerman, A., Brown, R. E., Shamma, A., Keynan, O., Coetzee, J. P., Batail, J. M., Phillips, A., Bassa, N. J., Sahlem, G. L., Inzunza, J., Millar, T., Dickinson, J., Rol, C. E., Keller, J., Adamson, M., Kratter, I. H., Williams, N. R.