Minocycline for stroke recovery
Treatments studied
Part of Brain & nervous system, Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This trial tests if the antibiotic minocycline can help people recovering from a stroke. It is for adults who have had a stroke within the last 24 hours and have moderate symptoms based on a standard stroke scale.
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Who can take part
- Age 18 or older
- Stroke symptoms started less than 24 hours ago
- Moderate to moderately severe stroke symptoms
- Stroke confirmed by brain scan (CT or MRI)
- Able to take oral medication
- Not allergic to tetracycline antibiotics
Quick eligibility check
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