Drug-Resistant Epilepsy: Rapamycin Study

We are investigating whether rapamycin is safe and effective for people with drug-resistant epilepsy due to tuberous sclerosis complex. The study also examines its effects on related neuropsychiatric disorders and tumors.

What diseases are being studied?

Health conditions and diseases that the clinical trial is designed to study and treat.

Who can participate in the clinical trial?

These questions help us understand your situation so we can let the trial team know whether you might be a potential match. This is not a medical evaluation and is not part of the official screening, the study doctor will make the final decision..

What medicines are being studied?

Medicines that are officially approved for use in the European Union and considered safe by EMA. These medicines are already on the market and may be tested for new conditions or populations.

Rapamune
Rapamune is a medicine used to help prevent the body from rejecting a transplanted kidney by lowering the immune system’s activity.

What active substances are being studied?

Active substances that are officially approved for use in the European Union and considered safe by EMA. These substances are already on the market and may be tested for new conditions or populations.

Linseed
Linseed is a natural substance used to relieve constipation and to soothe and protect dry or irritated skin.
Sirolimus
Sirolimus is a substance that suppresses the immune system to help prevent rejection after organ transplantation.

What similar medicines might you know?

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Hyftor

Where is the clinical trial being conducted?

Locations and medical facilities where this clinical trial is currently recruiting or conducting research. Select the locations where you would like to participate.

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Instytut Centrum Zdrowia Matki Polki
Neurology and Epileptology Department
Łódź, Poland
Samodzielny Publiczny Szpital Kliniczny Im. Prof. W. Orlowskiego CMKP
Neurology and Epileptology Department
Śródmieście, Poland
Instytut Pomnik Centrum Zdrowia Dziecka
Department of Developmental Neurology and Epileptology
Wawer, Poland

Sponsor: Instytut Pomnik Centrum Zdrowia Dziecka
Last updated: Nov 27, 2025

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