| 摘要 |
The invention provides methods determining a set of one or more molecular targets for developing a treatment for abuse of, or addiction to, a substance. The methods involve determining a biological activity profile by determining a set of molecular targets whose activity is effected by the abused or addictive substance. The biological activity profile may then be used in other methods of the invention to identify at least one chemical compound to treat abuse or addiction. The chemical compounds interact with the molecular targets in a manner substantially the same as the abused or addictive substance. The invention also provides methods for treating substance abuse wherein chemical compounds identified by the methods of the invention are administered in effective amounts to patients in need thereof. A computer system for implementing the methods of the invention is also provided. |
