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Q: Drug Trial?
I am currently doing a 10 day drug trial.
Has anyone done one before?
A: No
Q: What is the percentage of patients put on a placebo in a drug trial?
How many people are put on a placebo in an average Alzheimer's drug study?
A: most placebos are 50% of the whole group
Q: how long does it take for drug trial recruiters to let you know if youve been chosen?
i have applied for drug trials and was wondering if any 1 knew how long it usually takes for them to get back to you to say wether they would like you to attend the clinic or not?????????
A: It depends on the clinic, the staff, the number of applicants, and many other factors. It could be less than a minute (while you're on the phone) or it could be weeks later.
My best recommendation would be to contact that clinic and ask them how long it would normally take to respond, plus you can also ask if you were approved while you're on the phone. Good luck and I hope I helped!
Q: What Happened With The Trial On DCA Drug For Cancer Patient Results?
They had a trial in Canada with that DCA- Metabolic disorder drug that killed cancer in rats- They gave it to patients that had brain cancer - anyone know the results of that trial?
A: The clinical trials are ongoing. Despite the hype the drug can still be toxic to patients, and patients using it are still dying. However, on some types of cancer the drug does seem to create a condition called lysis which refers to the tumors dissolving. There are other drugs that also can cause lysis to occur and the danger is that the dissolution of the tumors can still overwhelm the body and cause death. Doctors know how to kill tumors . . they just do not know how to keep the patient alive while they do it and the same seems to be true for DCA. It has some merit and appears to help some patients while not doing anything for others. Still it is an important drug to keep a watch on.
http://www.asco.org/ASCO/Abstracts+&+Virtual+Meeting/Abstracts?&vmview=abst_detail_view&confID=55&abstractID=35793
Q: Would you volunteer for an experimantal drug trial if it guaranteed there'd be no animal experimentation?
If yes, what would be your motivation?
A: Do you know the history of animal research? During WWII, the Nazi's conducted horrendous, unregulated medical experiments on human beings they considered to be the "sub-class"- Jews, Catholics, Gypsies, etc. When the details came to light, several countries, including the US, immediately adopted laws designed to prevent that from EVER happening in this country, and those laws included the requirement for testing with animals. Along with the requirement for testing came a series of strict regulations, which are being refined every year.
Think it couldn't happen here? Many people have suggested that our "criminal population" be used for forced testing. Or our "illegal immigrant" population. Can we really be trusted to self-regulate our humantiy? I for one do not think so.
That being said, I have volunteered for late stage human trials, as have many others I know (I work in the science field- this isn't as weird as it sounds. Many researchers, due to lack of funds, donate their own blood for experiments so they can finish their work). It is actually a good way to make money, and my aunt's life was saved by an experimental MS drug trial when she was in her 30's. Of course, the drug was properly proven effective and viable through in-vitro and in-vivo laboratory work first.
Q: Do they normally administer drug tests when you participate in a clinical trial?
I just signed up for a clinical trial on a new drug for major depression. Do they usually drug test you (for marijuana) during this process? I figure they probably at least do for hard drugs, but I wasn't sure about weed.
A: While studies vary depending on protocol, and what they're for, it would be standard to do a full drug screen in a depression panel. Marijuana would, actually, be one of the substances they're looking for as it has some very serious implications in mental health. In addition, they're conducting a trial on a depression drug, and marijuana has been demonstrated to seriously affect how well antidepressants work in a profoundly negative way.
Q: Would you participate in a clinical trial of a new drug?
I have ADHD and am being offered the opportunity to participate in a clinical trial for a new drug. They want me to visit 7 times, will give me a complete physical and all the medicine, plus $550 and free drug-related medical care.
Would you do it?
A: I would do it. That is a personal choice that only you can make. I would do it. I have been living with chronic pain for 4 years now. I am always asking if there is anything else we can try. I do not like to take the heavy narcotics that are involved now in the treatment. I want something different. Again it up to you.
Personally YES I would try it out. What if it works better than what you are using now? Would you ask for it to be extended?
Q: Was there really a clinical drug trial a few years ago in Great Britain that had grotesque results?
A year ago, my classmate said she saw a video of some kind of drug study done in Britain (I think) where within minutes of taking some kind of drug, the test subjects suffered extreme swelling of their heads and worse. She said she saw a video online. Anyone heard of this?
A: Yes, this happened earlier this year and several people ended up in intensive care although, fortunately no-one died. One man's head was so swollen, the British press called him "The Elephant Man"
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/news/news.html?in_article_id=380395&in_page_id=1770
Q: Cogane/GDNF does anyone know anymore about the current trial of this Parkinsons drug?
A family member of mine has Parkinsons & i heard alot of promise had been shown from early tests of this drug, & that a current trial is on-going. Just wondering if anyone had an update?? Probz not but just thought i would ask! :o)
A: The timing of your question is excellent. It turns out that Phytopharm was able to announce within the last few weeks that The Cure Parkinson's Trust (CPT) has announced that it is committed to supporting the development of Cogane.
One of the problems, as you probably know, was that Phytopharm could go no farther in trials because it lacked the necessary funding.
http://www.medadnews.com/News/Index.cfm?articleid=623955
The success of Cogane to stimulate the bodies own GDNF (glial derived neurotropic factor) to re-grow damaged neurons in preclinical trials was impressive. Cogane has the ability to cross the blood-brain barrier which is necessary in Parkinson's medication)
Many people hope that this will not only be an effective treatment but possible a cure.
Here is a link to the current trial which is not yet recruiting but is opened. It is Phase 1b not Phase 2. All of the information which you requested can be found at this page:
http://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/study/NCT00875316?view=results
I thank you for asking this question because it was mine as well. I had looked into it recently but didn't see anything about getting the go-ahead $$$$$$$$$ required to do so.
Incidently, the European stock market is very aware of what has transpired and the stock began to rise a few weeks ago.
Q: My friend's dad died during a clinical drug trial for a blood thinner.?
Does anyone know of a similar experience?
A: Well, if he had a blood thinner it means that he had a pre-existing blood condition. From this, I can infer that he most likely died of that instead of the clinical trial. The clinical trial might have reacted badly with any drugs he was taking at the moment. More likely, however, is that he would have died anyways because usually only desperate people spring for clinical trials. Desperate people in hospitals are dying, that's how it works.
Q: Is it safe to take part in a drug trial?
A: There is a risk in anything we do in life.....
A drug trial is no different......However,there are more chances of you getting run over by a car than perishing for a drug trial...
Q: How much do you get paid for taking a trial drug?
A: depends on which drug and for how long. it can vary from 50-2000$ i believe
Q: What happens if im on pre trial diversion and i fail a drug test?
my case is non drug related, im only on probation for six months which ends next month and after the case.is to be dismissed.
ha idgaf ill keep smoking my "drug" u idiots have no idea why you think pot is bad...all u kno is what liberals say to scare you. shit its alredy legal in 13 states and it has NEVER killed anyone!!!
A: atleast u can admit to yourself that u are dirty. i am surprised that the diversion administrators have yet to test you. even though your initial charge wasn't drug related the drug seems to be the root cause of your problems. if they test u now you've violated a jugdes order. if u do happen to get pass this one. seek help w/ the drugs or troubles are in your future. a lot of people ask what is wrong w/ marijuana. it is a natural. unlike processes such as cocaine from cocoa or herion from opium. the problem is that pot is against the law w/ the feds and most states that don't give medical exemptions.
Q: Are there any current new drug trials for stage 4 non small lung cancer?
My dad as just been diagnosed with lung cancer. He was meant to go for a broncoscopy yesterday but the hospital had double booked the appointment and he now as to return a week tommorrow. The GP as already said the xray looks inoperable. We never got to see a cancer doctor at the hospital and in the meantime I was just considering volunteering for a drug trial if there any out there ?
A: The oncologist will have to be involved in referring you to any clinical trials. S/he should discuss options with your father as part of the treatment choices.
However being armed with information is always a good starting point! Don't hesitate to ask for more time or additional appointments if your father is uncertain - we have a clinical nurse specialist as main contact, and she answers many questions. If she can't answer, she just calls up the consultant and lets us know when to pop in, or (during chemo)he came to see us on the ward...yes, this was on NHS.
You can get information on trials on the Cancer Research site. http://www.cancerhelp.org.uk/trials/trials/default.asp They are also a good source of support and information on the phone. Also, check if your local cancer unit has a support centre (Maggie's centre at some hospitals, Lynda Jackson centre at Mount Vernon etc)....they will have lots of information and are a great source of answers for "stupid" questions when you can't find your medical support team.
Good luck to your father and the whole family as you battle cancer.
Q: Drug trial disasters such as TNG 1412 TeGenero?
I'm looking for further example such as this where ppl died due to research negligence?
Help
A: Thalidomide