Can a common Alzheimer's drug clear lupus brain fog?
NCT ID NCT03527472
First seen Feb 10, 2026 · Last updated May 23, 2026 · Updated 15 times
Summary
This study tested whether memantine, a drug used for Alzheimer's, can improve thinking and memory problems in people with lupus. 111 adults with lupus and cognitive issues took either memantine or a placebo for 14 weeks. The goal was to see if the drug could safely ease brain fog symptoms in a specific group of lupus patients.
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Locations
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The Cleveland Clinic
Cleveland, Ohio, 44195, United States
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The University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston
Houston, Texas, 77030, United States
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Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Nashville, Tennessee, 37232, United States
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