AXIM Biotechnologies, Inc. (AXIM Biotech) (OTC:AXIM), a world leader in cannabinoid research and development, today announced that it has entered into a Services Agreement with an Israel-based contract research organization (CRO) to begin a clinical proof of concept study (POC) with its cannabidiol (CBD) and Gabapentin chewing gum product to treat restless leg syndrome (RLS) in patients.
The PK and double blind, randomized, single-center phase 2 trial, which will be conducted in Israel by the CRO, will demonstrate the efficacy of AXIM’s chewing gum product composed of Gabapentin and CBD on around 30 study participants to treat RLS.
Restless leg syndrome (RLS), also known as Willis–Ekbom Disorder (WED), is a condition associated with nocturnal sensorimotor symptoms, or nocturnal spasms of the muscles of the lower extremities, that can result in significant sleep disruption and severe pain. RLS is a prevalent condition, affecting an estimated 3.9–14.3 % of the US population. RLS can negatively affect a patient’s quality of life (QoL) across several domains, such as daytime sleepiness, decreased general health, decreased immune function, stress and mood.
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