Inventors:
Derrick Lonsdale - Strongsville OH
James P. Frackelton - Westlake OH
Assignee:
Westlake Laboratories, Inc. - Westlake OH
International Classification:
A61K 900
US Classification:
424433, 424436, 424443, 424449, 424451, 424464
Abstract:
The present invention is directed to a method for the treatment of autism comprising administering to a person in need of such treatment a therapeutically effective amount of a lipid-soluble thiamine derivative. The lipid-soluble thiamine derivative is preferably tetrahydrofurfuryl disulfide (TTFD). TTFD administration methods may include suppository forms, transdermal carriers, such as gels, lotions, or creams; and oral carriers, such as tablets or capsules.