Bellaire Neurology Conducting Clinical Study of an Investigational Oral Drug for People with Annoying Headaches.

BELLAIRE, Texas -- Bellaire Neurology is seeking men and women who suffer from moderate to severe headaches to participate in a clinical trial to evaluate an investigational oral drug compared to placebo for the treatment of a single moderate or severe headache. The type of headache being studied is often described by patients as sinus, stress, menstrual, or sick headache.

Debilitating headaches afflict approximately 24 million people in the United States alone, presenting a major health problem characterized by significant work absenteeism and decreased productivity. Moderate to severe headache attacks can last from 4 to 72 hours. Symptoms may include sharp pulsating pain on one side of the head, nausea, and extreme sensitivity to light and/or sound. Recurring headaches often are not treated properly.

To be considered for participation in this research study, you must be between the ages of 18 and 65, have had 1 to 6 moderate or severe headaches per month for the past 6 months, and not have been previously diagnosed with migraines by a physician. Investigators, including Maryann Murray, Research Coordinator, will review additional medical criteria with you to determine eligibility for possible inclusion in the study.

"If you are suffering from headaches that are interfering with your ability to work or enjoy life, we encourage you to talk to your doctor about clinical trials or to contact us for more information about this particular study to see if you are eligible," said Maryann Murray, CCRC.

This clinical trial, which lasts up to 3 months, is being conducted at 60 research centers in the U.S. and will involve 620 people. If you are eligible and decide to participate, the study involves 2 office visits and the treatment of one moderate to severe headache with study medication.

Qualified study participants will not be charged for study-related office visits, medical evaluations, or study medication. For more information, or to find out if you may be eligible, please call Bellaire Neurology at 713-715-6363 or email [e-mail].

About Bellaire Neurology

Bellaire Neurology, founded by Brian Loftus, MD, specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of headaches, seizures, multiple sclerosis, simple dystonias, hyperhidrosis and neuropathic pain. In addition Dr. Loftus serves as principal investigator for several ongoing clinical research studies. Dr. Loftus is Deputy Chief of Neurology at The Methodist Hospital and President of the Harris County Branch of the Texas Neurological Society. He is also an Adjunct Associate Professor in the Department of Neurology at Baylor College of Medicine and on the Clinical Advisory Committee of the Lone Star Chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. The past three years Dr. Loftus has been named a Texas "Super Doctor" and the past two years, an H Texas Magazine "Top Doctor."