Absolutely! Just as he created a potion through experimentation to release the evil side of his nature, Dr. Jekyll is attempting to create an antidote which would prevent this side from getting out of control and possibly to prevent Mr. Hyde's appearance at all. As Mr. Hyde becomes more powerful and consumes Dr. Jekyll's body more and more often, Dr. Jekyll realizes the seriousness of the situation and knows that he must make a desperate attempt to correct the problem.