PTN Publications Policy Version 5.0

View the Publications Policy Version 5.0.

This PTN Publications Policy applies to information that represents PTN, is supported by PTN, or uses data provided by PTN. Examples of such information includes PTN Publications such as abstracts, manuscripts, slide decks, and texts of oral or other presentations. Additionally, this information can be PTN Public Presentations, such as text for social media or public-facing websites.

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Lorazepam Results-at-a-Glance

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Status epilepticus (SE) is a serious condition that affects the brain. SE can be caused by medical conditions, illnesses, or injuries. A preferred treatment for SE is lorazepam. However, lorazepam is not approved by the FDA for children under 18 years old. This summary is for a study performed by the Pediatric Trials Network (PTN). The study was needed to find out how children with SE process lorazepam.

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Oxcarbazepine Results-at-a-Glance

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Oxcarbazepine is a medicine that is approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for treating seizures in adults and children older than two years. However, guidance for children who have obesity was lacking. This study was needed to learn how a child’s obesity status affects the way they process oxcarbazepine.