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New treatment option for Seizures
Official title Pediatric Dose Optimization for Seizures in Emergency Medical Services
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05121324
What this study is testing
What is Standardized seizure protocol?
Standardized seizure protocol is an investigational medicine, given as an infusion into a vein, being studied as a potential treatment for seizures.
Also referred to as midazolam.
Plain-language explanation of the investigational treatment - it is being studied and is not an approved or proven therapy. The study team can confirm the details.
- What it's testing
- The Pediatric Dose Optimization for Seizures in Emergency Medical Services (PediDOSE) study is designed to improve how paramedics treat seizures in children on ambulances. Seizures are one of the most common reasons why people call an ambulance for a child, and paramedics typically administer midazolam to stop the seizure.
- Phase 3: a large, late-stage study
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 6 to 13
You may be able to join if
- Witnessed by the paramedic to be actively seizing, regardless of seizure type or duration; AND
- Under the care of a paramedic; AND
- Transported by an EMS agency participating in the study
You likely can't join if
- A prior history of a benzodiazepine allergy; OR
- Known or presumed pregnancy; OR
- Severe growth restriction based on the paramedic's subjective assessment
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Tucson, Arizona, United States
- Los Angeles, California, United States
- Sacramento, California, United States
- San Francisco, California, United States
- Aurora, Colorado, United States
- Washington D.C., District of Columbia, United States
- Atlanta, Georgia, United States
- Indianapolis, Indiana, United States
- Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States
- Buffalo, New York, United States
- Charlotte, North Carolina, United States
- Cincinnati, Ohio, United States
- Columbus, Ohio, United States
- Portland, Oregon, United States
- Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
- Dallas, Texas, United States
- Houston, Texas, United States
- Salt Lake City, Utah, United States
- Seattle, Washington, United States
- Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 6 months to 13 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Tucson, Arizona, United States; Los Angeles, California, United States; Sacramento, California, United States; San Francisco, California, United States; Aurora, Colorado, United States; Washington D.C., District of Columbia, United States and 14 more location(s). Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.