H. Lundh, O. Nilsson, I. Rosén
Oct 1, 1984
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Neurology
Abstract
We used a new drug, 3,4-diaminopyridine, to treat five patients with the Lambert-Eaton syndrome, one with a carcinoma and four cryptogenic. The effects of intravenous, oral, and rectal administration were evaluated clinically and electrophysiologically after single doses and during continuous treatment for up to 21 months. 3,4-Diaminopyridine effectively ameliorated the neuromuscular and autonomic nervous system disorders without severe side effects. Anticholinesterase drugs strongly potentiated the benefit of 3,4-diaminopyridine.