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ArticleActa scientific neurology2024

Hypothesizing Enhanced Brain Activity as A Function of Dopamine Homeostasis as Observed with KB220 in A Male with Delayed Cognitive Performance.

Frans J Cronje, Ronald Swatzyna, Igor Elman, Panayotis K Thanos, Kai-Uwe Lewandowski, Alireza Sharafshah, Rajendra D Badgaiyan, Aryeh R Pollack, Vaisakh S Syamala, Vivek Mathew and 1 more

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Frans J CronjeDepartment of Internal Medicine, American Mission Hospital, Manama, Kingdom of Bahrain.
Ronald SwatzynaNeurophysiology Research at Houston Neuroscience Brain Center, Houston, TX., USA.
Igor ElmanDepartment of Psychiatry, Harvard University School of Medicine, Cambridge, MA., USA.
Panayotis K ThanosDepartment of Pharmacology and Toxicology, University of Buffalo, Jacob School of Medicine, Buffalo, NY., USA.
Kai-Uwe LewandowskiDepartment of Orthopaedics, Fundación Universitaria Sanitas Bogotá D.C. Colombia.
Alireza SharafshahCellular and Molecular Research Center, School of Medicine, Guilan University of Medical Sciences, Rasht, Iran.
Rajendra D BadgaiyanDepartment of Psychiatry, Mt. Sinai School of Medicine, New York, NY, USA.
Aryeh R PollackThe Blum Institute of Neurogenetics and Behavior, Austin, TX., USA.
Vaisakh S SyamalaDepartment of Neurology, American Mission Hospital, Manama, Kingdom of Bahrain.
Vivek MathewDepartment of Psychiatry, American Mission Hospital, Manama, Kingdom of Bahrain.
Kenneth BlumCenter for Advanced Spine Care of Southern Arizona, Tucson, AZ, USA.

Funding

Dopamine Neurotransmission in Tourette SyndromeR01NS073884 · NINDS · UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA · PI BADGAIYAN, RAJENDRA D · 2012 to 2016
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NINDS NIH HHS R01 NS073884
6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Background: Quantitative electroencephalography (qEEG) has proven invaluable in assessing the neuropsychological impact of various substances, providing insight into their effects on brain activity and cognitive functions. KB220, a nutraceutical neuroadaptogen, has shown promise in modifying the dopaminergic system to enhance cognitive and neurological functions without dependency risks. Case Presentation: A 26-year-old male with a history of multiple neuropsychiatric diagnoses, including ADHD, PTSD, and sensory integration disorder, underwent qEEG analysis to explore the effects of KB220 on brain function. The patient's EEG was recorded before and 60 minutes after oral administration of KB220, observing changes in various frequency bands indicative of cognitive and alertness states. Methods: Baseline and post-administration EEG recordings were analyzed to assess changes in Delta, Theta, Alpha, and Beta wave activities, which correlate with alertness, memory processing, and cognitive engagement. The study utilized a 19-channel EEG with a consistent setup to ensure accurate comparative results. Results: Significant alterations were observed in the patient's EEG post-KB220 administration. There was a notable reduction in Delta activity, suggesting increased alertness. Theta and Alpha activities increased, indicating enhanced working memory and neuronal synchrony. Beta activity changes suggested improved focus and cognitive processing. These shifts point towards restoring dopamine homeostasis, potentially enhancing brain activity and cognitive functions. Conclusion: The case highlights the potential of KB220 to significantly impact brain function and cognitive performance through modulation of the dopaminergic system. These findings support further research into KB220 as a beneficial treatment for cognitive delays and neuropsychiatric conditions beyond traditional applications in addiction and reward deficiency syndrome. The data suggest a broader utility for KB220 in improving cognitive outcomes in patients with complex neuropsychiatric profiles.

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BrainCognitiveDopamineHypothesizingKB220

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PMID41909628
PMCPMC13028599

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