Sequenced Treatment Alternatives to Relieve Depression (STAR*D)
Completed
National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)
Phase 4
2001-07-01
STAR*D focuses on non-psychotic major depressive disorder in adults who are seen in
outpatient settings. The primary purpose of this research study is to determine which
treatments work best if the first treatment with medication does not produce an acceptable
response. Participants will first receive citalopram, an SSRI medication; if symptoms remain
after 8-12 weeks of treatment, up to four other levels of treatment will be offered,
including cognitive therapy and other medications. There are no placebo treatments. Some
patients may require a combination of two or more treatments to obtain full benefit.
Participation could last from 15 to 27 months and involve up to 30 clinic visits.
Participants will be interviewed by telephone throughout the study about their symptoms,
daily functioning, treatment side effects, use of the health care system, and satisfaction
with treatment. There will be a one-year follow up for participants once their depression has
been successfully treated
Effects of Ginseng and Ginkgo on Drug Disposition in Man
Completed
National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH)
Phase 2
2002-03-01
This study will assess the effects of ginseng and ginkgo on 1) cognitive function, 2) enzymes
that process drugs, and 3) enzymes that may help prevent cancer.
Buspirone in Reducing Shortness of Breath in Patients With Cancer
Completed
National Cancer Institute (NCI)
Phase 2/Phase 3
2002-11-01
RATIONALE: Buspirone may be effective in reducing dyspnea (shortness of breath) in patients
with cancer who are undergoing chemotherapy.
PURPOSE: Randomized clinical trial to study the effectiveness of buspirone in reducing
shortness of breath in patients who are undergoing chemotherapy for cancer.
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