Metoprolol for Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
(BADCATS Trial)
Trial Summary
What is the purpose of this trial?
To determine the effect of early metoprolol administration after non-traumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage (SAH).
Do I need to stop my current medications for this trial?
The trial information does not specify if you need to stop taking your current medications. It's best to discuss this with the trial team to get a clear answer.
What data supports the effectiveness of the drug Metoprolol for subarachnoid hemorrhage?
Research shows that Metoprolol, a type of beta-blocker, can help stabilize heart rate and blood pressure in patients with subarachnoid hemorrhage, reducing the need for additional blood pressure medication and improving survival rates. This suggests it may help manage the body's stress response after a brain bleed.12345
Is metoprolol generally safe for humans?
How does the drug metoprolol differ from other treatments for subarachnoid hemorrhage?
Eligibility Criteria
This trial is for adults over 18 who have had a non-traumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage, confirmed by neuro-imaging. It's not specified here, but typically there would be more criteria about the patient's health status and possibly other factors like how recently they've had the hemorrhage.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Trial Timeline
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants receive metoprolol or placebo during the first 72-hours of hospitalization after non-traumatic SAH
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment, including measurement of cardiac and brain biomarkers
Extended Follow-up
Participants are monitored for long-term outcomes such as hospital and ICU length of stay, and in-hospital mortality
Treatment Details
Interventions
- Metoprolol (Beta Blocker)
Metoprolol is already approved in United States, European Union, Canada for the following indications:
- Hypertension
- Acute Myocardial Infarction
- Congestive Heart Failure
- Angina
- Hypertension
- Angina Pectoris
- Heart Failure
- Myocardial Infarction
- Hypertension
- Angina
- Heart Failure
- Myocardial Infarction