summary: In MS the pathology may involve chemical reactions called oxidation. In this study the authors investigated the effects of a molecule which prevents oxidation in experimental animal models. They found benefits when it was given before the disease started, which is hopeful but future studies are now required in people.

authors: Bolton C, Scott GS, Smith T, Flower RJ

source: Eur J Pharmacol. 2008 Oct 22

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