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. 2021 Nov 15;2021(11):CD009286. doi: 10.1002/14651858.CD009286.pub4

IRCT20210307050617N1.

Study name The efficacy comparison of fluoxetine and citalopram on motor recovery after ischemic stroke: single‐blind placebo‐controlled randomized clinical trial
Methods 3 arm RCT‐ citalopram, fluoxetine or placebo
Participants Ischaemic stroke, at least 18 years old, hemiparesis or hemiplegia after the first ischaemic stoke in 24 hours. A score greater than 2 NIHSS on the motor items
Interventions Fluoxetine 20 mg daily for 3 months or citalopram 10 mg for first 10 days then 20 mg daily. Placebo‐starch given for 3 months
Outcomes Rate of improvement in motor function
Starting date 22 August 2020
Contact information sepanta1968@yahoo.com
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