http://ideas.eyeconx.net/story.php?title=light-sensitive-moiety-added-to-anesthetic-propofol-allowing-control-of-narcotic-effect-by-light-may-treat-certain-e In a new study, a light-sensitive moiety has been added to propofol, a commonly used anesthetic, allowing its narcotic effect to be controlled by light. The compound also offers a possible route to the treatment of certain eye diseases. Inhibitory neurotransmitters dampen the activity of neurons.This regulatory effect forms the basis for the action of many anesthetics.For example, propofol, a comm... Mon, 24 Sep 2012 17:06:14 EDT en