abstract |
Methods and compositions are described for treating impaired neurological function, including altered state of consciousness disorders, in an individual who has sustained a brain injury comprising administering to the individual apomorphine. Methods and compositions are described for treating impaired neurological function, including altered state of consciousness disorders, in an individual who has sustained a brain injury comprising administering to the individual at least 1000mg or more of L-dopa (levodopa) per day. The use of potent dopaminergic agents to stimulate emergence form an altered consciousness state, such as a coma, is disclosed. |