Ketamine for hard-to-stop seizures
Part of Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This trial tests if ketamine can help stop seizures that haven't responded to standard medicines. It is for adults whose seizures continue after two or more emergency treatments.
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Who can take part
- Must be 18 years or older
- Seizures must continue after trying two standard treatments (like Ativan, Dilantin, or Keppra)
- Seizures must not be caused by a mental health condition or be limited to one body part
- Seizures must last less than 24 hours before starting the trial
- You cannot be pregnant or in prison
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