Statement from Foundation Regarding Michael's New Medication
March 18, 2004
To all of you who have contacted us regarding reports that Michael is doing better:
Yes, he is doing better these days. Michael and his physician have worked together to adjust his medication (commonly prescribed for PD). It’s not a cure, but it has helped his movements become smoother. Please understand that the exact medication Michael takes is between him and his physician. We respect his right to keep this information private and hope you do too.
As anyone with Parkinson’s knows, it’s a very individual disease. What works for one PD patient at any given time, may not work for another. So we do urge PD patients to frequently visit a physician experienced in movement disorders to find the right therapy for them.
Parkinson’s remains a progressive disease, and there is no cure at present. We are all hopeful though, that with your support, a cure will be found. Thanks again for your good wishes.
About GPI 1485 and Neuroimmunophilin Ligands
GPI 1485 is an investigational new drug that belongs to a class of small molecule compounds called neuroimmunophilin ligands. In preclinical experiments, neuroimmunophilin ligands have been shown to repair and regenerate damaged nerves without affecting normal, healthy nerves. Neuroimmunophilin ligands may have application in the treatment of a broad range of diseases, including: Parkinson's disease, spinal cord injury, brain trauma, and peripheral nerve injuries including post prostatectomy erectile dysfunction. MichaelJFox.org
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