Can a seizure drug help obese kids lose weight?
NCT ID NCT02273804
First seen Jan 04, 2026 · Last updated Jun 18, 2026 · Updated 24 times
Summary
This study tested whether topiramate, a drug usually used for seizures, can help severely obese children and teenagers lose weight. 18 participants aged 9 to 17 took either topiramate or a placebo for 9 months. The main goal was to see if the drug could lower their Body Mass Index (BMI) more than a placebo.
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Hopital Bicêtre
Le Kremlin-Bicêtre, Paris, 94275, France
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