Effect of Antiseizure Medication on Hormone Levels and Sexual Function in Men With Epilepsy

Completed

• Conditions: Epilepsy; Seizure Disorder

• Registration Number: NCT00179426
• Lead Sponsor: Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

Brief Summary

The purpose of this study is to determine if antiseizure drugs affect hormone levels and sexual function in men with seizures.

Detailed Description

This study involves donating two small tubes of blood for hormonal testing, which will be drawn at the same time as your routine blood draw for the monitoring of your antiseizure medication. You will also be asked to fill out a short confidential questionnaire regarding your sexual interest and function.

Study Timeline

• Study Start: 1999-10
• Study First Submitted: 2005-09-12
• Study First Submitted QC: 2005-09-12
• Study First Posted: 2005-09-16
• Study Completion: 2006-06
• Status Verified: 2017-03
• Last Update Submitted: 2017-03-09
• Last Update Posted: 2017-03-13

Recruitment & Eligibility

• Status: COMPLETED
• Sex: Male
• Target Recruitment: 175

Inclusion Criteria

• Must be a male between 18-50 years of age
• Must have seizures
• Must be on antiseizure medication for at least six months duration

Exclusion Criteria

• Must not have taken hormones, major tranquilizers or antidepressants for at least 3 months

Study & Design

• Study Type: OBSERVATIONAL
• Study Design: Not specified

Trial Locations

Locations (1)

Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center; 🇺🇸 Boston, Massachusetts, United States