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

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

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Key information

Conditions

Seizure Disorder Brain Diseases Central Nervous System Diseases Endocrine System Diseases Epilepsy Gonadal Disorders Hypogonadism Nervous System Diseases

Age range

18 year–50 year

Sex eligibility

Male

Study type

Observational

Primary location

Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

Boston, Massachusetts, 02215, United States

About this study

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.

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: No

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

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

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

Other

Collaborators

GlaxoSmithKline

Registry information

Official study title

Antiseizure Medication-Induced Elevation of Serum Estradiol and Reproductive Dysfunction in Men With Epilepsy

Important dates

Study start: 1999
Study completion: 2006
First posted: Sep 16, 2005
Registry last updated: Mar 13, 2017

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This listing is for discovery and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice, does not guarantee that a study is recruiting, and does not determine eligibility. Contact the study team and a qualified healthcare professional when considering participation.

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