- The hypertension drug rilmenidine has shown potential to increase lifespan and slow aging in animals, mimicking the effects of caloric restriction on a cellular level.
- Research indicates that rilmenidine could offer similar benefits as caloric restriction without the associated side effects, potentially improving health in old age.
- Studies on worms and mice have demonstrated that rilmenidine can extend lifespan and improve health markers by targeting a biological signaling receptor called nish-1.
- Rilmenidine is already widely prescribed for high blood pressure and has relatively mild side effects, making it a promising candidate for anti-aging drug development.
- While more research is needed to determine the efficacy of rilmenidine in humans, the early findings suggest its potential as an anti-aging treatment, especially in the context of an aging global population.
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