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Has anyone investigated the use of mitotane to treat gad or other anxiety disorders?

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Dr. Linda Callaghan answered

Specializes in Addiction Medicine

No,not yet.: Mitotane or Lysodren is an adrenal cytotoxic agent whose exact mechanism of action is unknown. It works by slowing adrenal gland function and I can see why it may eventually be used to treat GAD. The severe side-effectys especially allergic reactions to it may limit its use.

Answered 6/30/2014

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