Testing rapamycin for fluid buildup after a brain bleed
Treatments studied
Part of Brain & nervous system, Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This trial tests whether the drug rapamycin can help people whose brain ventricles stay enlarged after a bleed, causing walking, memory, or bladder issues. If you qualify, you may receive rapamycin to see if it improves your symptoms and reduces fluid buildup.
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Who can take part
- You had a brain bleed (intraventricular hemorrhage) that caused fluid buildup in the brain.
- After the bleed improved, you developed new trouble walking, thinking, or bladder control.
- You are between 18 and 70 years old.
- You are not taking certain medications (like diltiazem or rifampicin) that could interact with the study drug.
- You do not have severe liver or kidney problems, active infections, or other conditions that would interfere.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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