Human PilotPubMed ID: 18440995·2008

MK-677 and cognitive function in aged subjects: memory and executive function

Yilmaz B, Moffat SD, Murphy DG, et al.

European Journal of Endocrinology, 2008 · n = 34

Key finding

No significant improvement in MMSE, verbal memory, or executive function; self-reported energy increased, suggesting possible placebo effect.

Summary

Pilot study examining effects of MK-677 on cognitive performance in healthy elderly (mean age 68 years) measured by neuropsychological tests.

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