New drug shows promise for stroke recovery in major trial

NCT ID NCT05935787

First seen Apr 23, 2026 · Last updated May 07, 2026 · Updated 4 times

Summary

This study tested whether a drug called Cytoflavin, given as an IV and then as tablets, can improve recovery in 240 adults who had a stroke within the past 3 months. The drug is thought to protect brain cells and help the brain learn new skills during physical therapy. Participants received either the drug or a placebo alongside standard rehabilitation, and researchers measured changes in daily living abilities.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • City General Hospital №2

    Saint Petersburg, Russia

  • City Hospital №40 of the Kurortny District

    Saint Petersburg, Russia

  • Saint-Petersburg I.I.Dzanelidze Research Institute of Emergency Medicine

    Saint Petersburg, Russia

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