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Do you have High Triglycerides?

pchance — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 20:37:04 +0000

Did you know the #1 killer of Americans is Heart Disease?

Recent evidence strongly suggests that an elevated triglyceride level is a significant risk factor for heart disease.

If you have high triglycerides you may qualify for a research study of an investigational medication for the treatment of high triglycerides.

Qualified participants are provided with all study-related care and study medication at no charge. Financial compensation is also provided for qualified participants.

High Blood Pressure?

pchance — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 21:56:15 +0000

One in three adults has high blood pressure.
If left untreated, high blood pressure can lead to serious complications such as heart attack, stroke, kidney and vision problems.

If you have high blood pressure you may qualify for a research study of an oral investigational medication for the treatment of high blood pressure

Eligibility

Have High Blood Pressure
Are 18 years of age or older

Qualified participants are provided with all study-related care and study medication at no charge. Financial compensation is also provided for qualified participants.

Heart Disease Prevention

admin — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 17:56:52 +0000

Heart Disease Prevention Study

Do you have a history of coronary heart disease (past heart attack, angioplasty, or coronary bypass surgery)?

The purpose of the study is to evaluate the effectiveness and safety of an investigational (not FDA-approved) medication, compared to Placebo (an inactive tablet) in preventing further cardiovascular events by stabilizing atherosclerotic plaque.

In addition to your usual medications, participants who qualify for the study will be randomly assigned to one of the following treatments for approximately 3 years:

Darapladib
Placebo

Study Qualifications

Be at least 18 years of age with documented diagnosis of coronary heart disease
Must have at least 1 additional cardiac risk factor such as diabetes, low HDL, age over 60, smoking, kidney disease, past stroke or carotid artery disease or PVD

Qualified participants are provided with all study-related care at no charge. Financial compensation is also provided for qualified participants.

Do you suffer from GOUT ATTACKS?

pchance — Thu, 30 Apr 2009 11:49:19 +0000

Gout usually affects the large joint of your big toe but it can occur in your feet, ankles, knees, hands and wrists.

If you have gout, consider participating in our research study evaluating an investigational medication for preventing gout flares.

This study is being conducted in order to determine the effectiveness and safety of an investigational medication when used in combination with Allopurinol

To be eligible you should

Have Gout

Be 18-80 years of age

Be able to take or are taking Allopurinol

All study-related care and medication is provided at no cost

Health Insurance is NOT necessary!

What is a Side Effect?

Andrew — Fri, 03 Apr 2009 02:24:03 +0000

A symptom resulting from a treatment that was not the intended purpose of the treatment.

What does Randomization mean?

Andrew — Fri, 03 Apr 2009 02:23:28 +0000

The process by which study participants are randomly assigned to receive a particular study medication, dosage, or placebo.

What is a Protocol?

Andrew — Fri, 03 Apr 2009 02:22:33 +0000

A document that states the rationale, objectives, statistical design, and methodology of the clinical trial and the conditions for performance and management.

What is a Placebo?

Andrew — Fri, 03 Apr 2009 02:21:22 +0000

An inactive substance that may be given to a percentage of the study participants in a clinical trial to assist in evaluating the effects of the active study treatment.

What does Investigational mean?

Andrew — Fri, 03 Apr 2009 02:20:50 +0000

A medication or treatment that has not been approved for use by the public.

What is an Institutional Review Board (IRB)?

Andrew — Fri, 03 Apr 2009 02:20:12 +0000

A board, committee, or other group formally designated by an institution to review biomedical research involving human subjects. In the U.S., an IRB reviews the protocol, approves initiation of research, and periodically reviews the conduct of research.