Hereditary episodic ataxia

MONDO:0016227

Hereditary episodic ataxia (EA) represents a group of neurological disorders characterized by recurrent episodes of ataxia and vertigo which may be progressive. Weakness, dystonia and ataxia are sometimes present in the interictal period. Seven types of EA have been described to date (EA type 1 to EA type 7), but most of the reported cases belong to EA1 and EA2.

Also known as: episodic ataxia, Isaacs syndrome, ea syndrome, episodic ataxia syndrome

1 clinical trial for this condition and its sub-types, 0 tagged with Hereditary episodic ataxia itself.

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Could a simple amino acid ease rare brain disorders?

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This study tests a drug called N-acetyl-L-leucine for people aged 4 and older with CACNA1A gene disorders, which can cause coordination problems, dizziness, and migraines. About 60 participants will receive either the drug or a placebo, then switch, to see if it improves movement…

Phase 3 • Sponsor: IntraBio Inc • Aim: Symptom relief

Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC

Hereditary episodic ataxia

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Could a simple amino acid ease rare brain disorders?