A Study to Look at Hormone Levels While on Lamictal or Depakote With or Without an Oral Contraceptive - NCT00296413-02215 (Clinical Trial 138164)
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Boston |
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MA |
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02215 |
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Epilepsy |
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Some antiseizure medication levels are affected by hormones. This study is being done to
determine if blood levels of lamotrigine or valproate are affected by the hormones in the
birth control pill or the menstrual cycle itself.
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Participants will be given informed consent and will be asked to have two blood draws at
specific times of the menstrual cycle or if on a birth control pill, during the active and
inactive pill phases. |
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Inclusion Criteria:
- Must be a female between 13-45 years of age
- Must have a history of seizures
- Must be taking either lamotrigine (Lamictal) or valproate (Depakote) with or without
a birth control pill
Exclusion Criteria:
- Must not be on antidepressant medication, tranquilizers, or other forms of hormonal
therapy other than the birth control pill |
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Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
Boston, MA 02215
United States
Primary Contact:
Andrew G. Herzog, M.D., M.Sc.
Phone: 617-667-0264 |
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February 15, 2010 |
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