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RUFINAMIDE



Purpose:

A research study to find out if the investigational drug rufinamide can help to control seizure activity.

Inclusion criteria:

Age 12-80; Has refractory partial-onset seizures

Subjects will keep a seizure diary and have phone interviews for an 8 week baseline phase. Subjects are then randomized to either rufinamide or a placebo which they take for about 14 weeks. There are 7 study appointments which include a physical exam and having blood drawn. Phone visits will be conducted between office visits.

Please contact Emily Cohen (212-305-3541; ecohen@neuro.columbia.edu)


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