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Treating Postictal Symptoms Using Ibuprofen and Nifedipine
Sponsor: University of Calgary
Summary
This study will evaluate the effect of ibuprofen or nifedipine on post-seizure hypoperfusion and neurological deficits in patients with epilepsy. One group will receive ibuprofen, another will receive nifedipine, and anther placebo.
Official title: An Initial Clinical Study to Treat Postictal Symptoms
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
16 Years - Any
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
90
Start Date
2021-02-01
Completion Date
2025-03-01
Last Updated
2024-05-09
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
Ibuprofen
Ibuprofen to be prepared in a tablet that is not distinguishable from nifedipine or placebo tablet.
Nifedipine
Nifedipine to be prepared in a tablet that is not distinguishable from ibuprofen or placebo tablet.
Placebo
Sugar pill to be prepared in a tablet that is not distinguishable from ibuprofen or nifedipine tablet.
Locations (2)
Foothills Medical Centre
Calgary, Alberta, Canada
South Health Campus
Calgary, Alberta, Canada