Ibogaine Blocks Reward Pathways in Alcohol-Dependent Mice
New research has found that ibogaine blocks some of the abuse-related effects of alcohol in mice. Ibogaine is a natural product extracted from the Tabernanthe iboga plant. It is commonly used during religious ceremonies in the form of tea and is extracted from the plant’s root, bark and stem. Alcohol use disorder is a chronic illness that is characterized by uncontrollable drinking. Symptoms include the repeated consumption of alcohol despite related health and legal problems. This disorder is a leading cause of death and absenteeism globally and is recognized as a global public health issue. However, the current treatments used…