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ADS-5102

Adamas Pharmaceuticals, Inc. · Phase 3 active Small molecule

ADS-5102 is an extended-release formulation of amantadine that provides sustained dopaminergic and anti-glutamatergic activity to reduce involuntary movements.

ADS-5102 is an extended-release formulation of amantadine that provides sustained dopaminergic and anti-glutamatergic activity to reduce involuntary movements. Used for Levodopa-induced dyskinesia in Parkinson's disease patients.

At a glance

Generic nameADS-5102
Also known asamantadine HCl extended release
SponsorAdamas Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Drug classNMDA receptor antagonist / dopamine agonist
TargetNMDA receptor, dopamine pathways
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaNeurology
PhasePhase 3

Mechanism of action

ADS-5102 delivers amantadine in an extended-release formulation designed to maintain therapeutic levels throughout the day. Amantadine works through multiple mechanisms including NMDA receptor antagonism and dopamine agonism, which help reduce dyskinesia and other movement disorders by modulating glutamatergic and dopaminergic neurotransmission in the basal ganglia.

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