New epilepsy drug study targets seniors
NCT ID NCT07422233
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested the drug levetiracetam in 137 elderly patients (age 60+) with epilepsy. Researchers measured how many stayed seizure-free, how long until the next seizure, and how well patients tolerated the medication. The goal was to see if this drug is effective and safe for older adults.
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Study facts
What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.
- Phase
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Phase 4
Runs after approval, following long-term safety and how well the treatment works in everyday use.
- Participants
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137 people
The number who actually took part.
- Started
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Sep 2023
- Finished
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Jan 2026
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
The registry's catch-all category, for sponsors it does not file as a company, a government agency, or a research network.
Who can take part
This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.
- Ages
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60 years and older
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: 1. Age ≥60 years 2. Diagnosis of epilepsy Exclusion Criteria: 1. Chronic kidney disease requiring dialysis 2. History of psychotic disorders or current use of anxiolytic, antidepressant, or antipsychotic medications 3. Current use of antiseizure medications for any reason
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Mazandaran University of medical sciences
Sari, Mazandaran, 4815733971, Iran
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