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FDA gives expanded access to MDMA as a treatment for PTSD

FDA gives expanded access to MDMA as a treatment for PTSD

There is a potential new drug for the treatment of PTSD called Methylenedioxymethamphetamine ( MDMA) While this psychotropic drug shares a common base drug known as "ecstasy" it is not the same dosing and has had excellent clinical trial results to reduce or eliminate PTSD symptoms. 67% of the participants in the trial reported they no longer have PTSD symptoms. Treatment only takes 4-6 months. It is expected to be approved by the FDA in...

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