A drug that slows down aging

Worm experiment

The site also explained that the drug was chosen because it was shown in previous research that it mimics the effects of caloric restriction in the body.

What extended lifespan in many animal models.

In a series of tests conducted by an international team of researchers,

Worms treated with the drug lived longer and showed signs of good health.

Molecular biogerontologist Joao Pedro Magalhaes of the University of Birmingham in the UK has also seen

that the drug has been shown to extend life in animals,

"We are now keen to explore whether relmenidine may have other clinical applications," he added.

The researchers relied on worms called “C. elegans because its genes are similar to human genes.

Tests showed that gene activity associated with calorie restriction could be seen in kidney and liver tissue.

These are health benefits seen with the high blood pressure medication that many people already take.

This particular chemical structure of the drug could also be used in future attempts to improve lifespan and slow aging.

It is noteworthy that the importance of the drug lies in the fact that it gives the same benefits as following a low-calorie diet

Without side effects such as hair thinning, dizziness and osteoporosis.

According to the researchers, what makes relmenidine such a promising candidate as an anti-aging drug is that it can be taken orally.

It is already widely used, and its side effects are relatively rare and mild, including palpitations, insomnia and drowsiness in a few cases.