Methods and compositions for stimulating neurogenesis and inhibiting neuronal degeneration

摘要

The present invention provides methods and compositions comprising compounds useful for stimulating neurogenesis. The methods and compositions comprising compounds are also useful for inhibiting neuronal degeneration. Thus, the present invention can be used in the treatment of diseases and conditions characterized by neuronal loss and reduced neurogenesis including Alzheimer's disease, stroke, traumatic brain injury, and depression. This invention could also be used for research products including single agents or mixtures of agents to promote, proliferate, differentiate, or maintain neurons from stem or progenitor cells.

主权项

1. A method for stimulating neurogenesis and inhibiting neuronal degeneration in a mammal, comprising administering a pharmaceutical composition in an amount effective to stimulate neurogenesis and/or inhibit neuronal degeneration in the mammal, said pharmaceutical composition comprising a compound selected from the group consisting of:and a pharmaceutically-acceptable carrier.