Spontaneous ocular nystagmus
MONDO:0001361Involuntary movements of the eye that are divided into two types, jerk and pendular. Jerk nystagmus has a slow phase in one direction followed by a corrective fast phase in the opposite direction, and is usually caused by central or peripheral vestibular dysfunction. Pendular nystagmus features oscillations that are of equal velocity in both directions and this condition is often associated with visual loss early in life. (Adams et al., Principles of Neurology, 6th ed, p272)
Also known as: visual deprivation nystagmus
3 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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Can two common drugs calm uncontrollable eye shaking?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether gabapentin and memantine can reduce the speed, size, and frequency of involuntary eye movements (nystagmus) in people with oculopalatal tremor, a condition caused by brainstem damage. Seven adults took each drug separately, and researchers measured eye m…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Hospices Civils de Lyon • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 13:10 UTC
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Can gabapentin or memantine stop the shakes in MS eyes?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested two drugs, gabapentin and memantine, in 10 people with multiple sclerosis who have a constant eye shaking called pendular nystagmus. The goal was to see if either drug could reduce the eye movement and improve vision and quality of life. Each person tried both d…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Hospices Civils de Lyon • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 12:49 UTC