A new treatment to reduce chronic pain and lower opioid use
A novel therapeutic to ameliorate chronic pain and reduce opiate use
This study is testing a new medication called Kindolor that aims to help people with chronic pain find relief without the risk of addiction that comes with opioids.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Lohocla Research Corporation NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Aurora, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-10653196 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a novel medication called Kindolor, designed to alleviate chronic pain without the addictive properties of opioids. By targeting specific sodium channels and receptors involved in pain signaling, Kindolor aims to provide effective pain relief while minimizing the risk of addiction. The research involves pre-clinical studies that have shown promising results in animal models, indicating that this new treatment could be safe and effective for human use. Patients may benefit from a non-opioid alternative for managing their chronic pain.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults suffering from chronic pain who are seeking alternatives to opioid medications.
Not a fit: Patients who do not experience chronic pain or those who are not adults may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide patients with a safer, non-addictive option for managing chronic pain.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown success with similar multi-target approaches in pain management, suggesting potential for this novel treatment.
Where this research is happening
Aurora, UNITED STATES
- Lohocla Research Corporation — Aurora, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Tabakoff, Boris — Lohocla Research Corporation
- Study coordinator: Tabakoff, Boris
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.