Research and Trials
01 Jan 2013
A Trial of the ALK Grass Tablet in Subjects With Hayfever
This trial is performed to assess the efficacy and safety of the ALK Grass tablet for treatment of grass pollen induced rhinoconjunctivitis (hayfever). Official Title A Randomized, Parallel-Group, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Phase III Trial Assessing the Efficacy and Safety of ALK Grass Tablet in Subjects With Seasonal Grass Pollen Induced Rhinoconjunctivitis…
Children's health
01 Jan 2013
Dust Mite Allergen Reduction Study
This study will determine whether use of an in-home test kit results in decreased dust mite allergen levels in homes of children who are sensitive or allergic to dust mites. Dust mite allergens come from dust mites - microscopic spider-like animals that feed on house dust. Dust mites are common anywhere there is dust, such as in carpeting and beds. Some people are allergic to dust mite allergens and may develop asthma from living near them.
Official TitleDust Mite Allergen Reduction Study
Chronic Pain
01 Jan 2013
Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial Of Pregabalin In Patients With Fibromyalgia.
This study, will compare pregabalin with placebo for the duration of 14 weeks to evaluate the efficacy and safety of pregabalin in patients with fibromyalgia. Official Title 14 Week, Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial Of Pregabalin Twice Daily In Patients With Fibromyalgia. Conditions Fibromyalgia Study Type Interventional Study…
Mental Health
01 Jan 2013
Depressive Disorders and Normal Reactions to Negative Life Events
You are invited to take part in a research study into depression, sadness, and negative life events. We are interested in the relationships between the negative life events that people experience and their emotional state. Sadness is a common response to loss, and can involve low mood, disruption of eating…
Research and Trials
01 Jan 2013
A Study of the Effect on Pain Control of Treatment With Fentanyl, Administered Through the Skin, in Patients With Rheumatoid Arthritis or Osteoarthritis
The purpose of this study is to assess the degree of pain control achieved by treatment with fentanyl, administered via adhesive patches applied to the skin (‘transdermal system’) in patients with rheumatoid arthritis or osteoarthritis of the knee or hip. Treatment will be administered for 4 weeks, added on to…
Children's health
01 Jan 2013
An Effectiveness and Safety Study of ‘CONCERTA’ (Methylphenidate Hydrochloride) in the Treatment of Adolescents With Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
The purpose of this study is to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of CONCERTA (methylphenidate hydrochloride, a central nervous system (CNS) stimulant) versus placebo for the treatment of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in adolescents. Official Title An Evaluation of the Safety and Effectiveness of CONCERTA (Methylphenidate Hydrochloride), up to…
Cancer
01 Jan 2013
Bortezomib in Treating Patients With Newly Diagnosed High-Risk Stage III Multiple Myeloma
RATIONALE: Bortezomib may stop the growth of cancer cells by blocking the enzymes necessary for their growth. PURPOSE: This phase II trial is studying how well bortezomib works in treating patients with newly diagnosed high-risk stage III multiple myeloma. Official Title Phase II Study Of PS-341 For Patients With…
Cancer
01 Jan 2013
BMS-354825 in Patients With Chronic Accelerated, or Blast Phase Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia or Philadelphia Positive Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
The purpose of this clinical research study is to understand the safety and efficacy of BMS-354825 in patients with chronic, accelerated, or blast phase chronic myelogenous leukemia (CML) or Philadelphia positive acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) who are resistant to or intolerant of imatinib mesylate (Gleevec). Official Title Phase I Study…
Research and Trials
01 Jan 2013
PRIDE – Prograf Investigation of Diet and Exercise. A Pilot Trial of the Effect of Dietary and Exercise Intervention in Patients Who Have Received a Renal Transplant on Tacrolimus (Prograf)
The purpose of this trial is to investigate whether a combined dietary and exercise intervention, added to standard care, reduces the expected frequency of insulin resistance in kidney transplant recipients on tacrolimus. Official Title A Pilot Trial of the Effect of Dietary and Exercise Intervention on Insulin Resistance and Metabolic…
