Could a common Alzheimer's drug tame heart palpitations?

NCT ID NCT06501638

First seen Nov 19, 2025 · Last updated May 23, 2026 · Updated 24 times

Summary

This study tested whether memantine, a drug typically used for Alzheimer's, can safely reduce the number of extra heartbeats (atrial premature beats) in people who have frequent, bothersome symptoms. A total of 256 adults with at least 1,000 extra beats per day participated. The trial was double-blind and placebo-controlled, meaning neither patients nor doctors knew who got the real drug, to ensure fair results.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Shanghai East Hospital

    Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality, 200120, China

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