Fibrillation, Atrial
Conditions
Keywords
symptomatic atrial fibrillation, persistent atrial fibrillation
Brief summary
The purpose of this study is to determine whether the study drug is effective in preventing the recurrence of atrial fibrillation (an abnormal heart rhythm).
Interventions
White, oval, biconvex tablets containing either 10mg, 25mg or 40mg
Placebo to match SB-207266
Sponsors
Study design
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
* Symptomatic persistent atrial fibrillation requiring DC cardioversion. * Duration of AF \>48 hrs. \<6 months
Exclusion criteria
* Concomitant Class I and/or III anti-arrhythmic drugs. * Amiodarone treatment within 3 months of the study. * Other inclusion or
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Time-to-first symptomatic AF (atrial fibrillation) | Up to 26 Weeks |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Time to first symptomatic or detected asymptomatic AF; spontaneous reversion to sinus rhythm prior to cardioversion | Up to 26 Weeks |