Can a statin and diet tweak protect hearts of epilepsy patients on High-Fat diets?
NCT ID NCT06369571
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks at whether a statin drug (atorvastatin) and swapping some saturated fats for healthier ones can safely lower cholesterol in adults with epilepsy who have been on a modified Atkins diet for at least a year. The diet helps control seizures but can raise cholesterol. The trial will track diet adherence, cholesterol changes, and seizure frequency over 12 weeks in 22 participants. The goal is to find a way to manage heart risks without losing seizure control.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Atorvastatin (Lipitor) and dietary fat modification
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could offer a safe way to manage cholesterol in adults with epilepsy who need a high-fat diet for seizure control, reducing heart disease risk.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-phase study with only 22 participants, so results may not apply widely. Statins can cause muscle pain or other side effects, and diet changes might affect seizure control.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Johns Hopkins Hospital
Baltimore, Maryland, 21287, United States
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