Head injury drug showdown: which seizure stopper is safer?

NCT ID NCT06866691

First seen Feb 06, 2026 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 10 times

Summary

This study looks at two medicines, levetiracetam and lacosamide, to see which one is better at preventing seizures in people who have had a traumatic brain injury. Researchers will also check which drug causes fewer side effects like agitation or behavior changes. The study will include 600 adults who need seizure prevention right after their injury.

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  • Wake Forest University Health Sciences

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    Winston-Salem, North Carolina, 27157, United States

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