The purpose of this study is to determine whether a new research medication is effective and safe for the treatment of acute stroke when given within 6 hours of the onset of stroke.
Inclusion Criteria: Males \& females age 40-90 years Enrolled in study within 6 hours of onset of stroke symptoms Willing to sign informed consent form No significant disabilities prior to stroke Exclusion Criteria: Treatment with t-PA (tissue plasminogen activator) Premorbid modified rankin scale score of 2 or more