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New treatment option for Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia
Official title Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia Once Daily Hydrocortisone Treatment
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT03760835
What this study is testing
What is Conventional Glucocorticoids (immediate release hydrocortisone, cortisone acetate, prednisone, prednisolone, dexamethasone)?
Conventional Glucocorticoids (immediate release hydrocortisone, cortisone acetate, prednisone, prednisolone, dexamethasone) is an investigational medicine, given as an once-daily pill taken by mouth, being studied as a potential treatment for congenital adrenal hyperplasia.
Plain-language explanation of the investigational treatment - it is being studied and is not an approved or proven therapy. The study team can confirm the details.
- What it's testing
- This is a controlled, open study designed to compare the effects of dual-release hydrocortisone preparations versus conventional glucocorticoid therapy on clinical, anthropometric parameters, metabolic syndrome, hormonal profile, bone status, quality of life, reproductive, sexual and psychological functions and treatment compliance in patients affected by congenital adrenal hyperplasia due to 21 OH deficiency.
- Phase 4: studies an already-approved treatment
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older
You may be able to join if
- males and females aged \>18 years;
- established diagnosis of adrenal insufficiency in congenital adrenal hyperplasia due to 21-hydroxylase deficiency;
- stably treated with conventional glucocorticoids, available to change their regimen according to random allocation
- written informed consent/assent to participate in the study in compliance with local regulations.
You likely can't join if
- clinical or laboratory signs of severe cerebral, respiratory, hepatobiliary or pancreatic diseases, renal dysfunction, gastrointestinal emptying, or...
- history of/or current alcohol and/or drug abuse;
- night shift workers;
- underlying diseases that could necessitate treatment with glucocorticoids;
- therapies with hepatic enzyme induction drugs interfering with glucocorticoid kinetics, or immunosuppressive steroid therapy;
- patients with a documented intolerance/known hypersensitivity to dual release hydrocortisone;
See the full eligibility criteria
- males and females aged \>18 years;
- established diagnosis of adrenal insufficiency in congenital adrenal hyperplasia due to 21-hydroxylase deficiency;
- stably treated with conventional glucocorticoids, available to change their regimen according to random allocation
- written informed consent/assent to participate in the study in compliance with local regulations.
- clinical or laboratory signs of severe cerebral, respiratory, hepatobiliary or pancreatic diseases, renal dysfunction, gastrointestinal emptying, or motility disturbances (i.e. chronic diarrhea), significant psychiatric...
- history of/or current alcohol and/or drug abuse;
- night shift workers;
- underlying diseases that could necessitate treatment with glucocorticoids;
- therapies with hepatic enzyme induction drugs interfering with glucocorticoid kinetics, or immunosuppressive steroid therapy;
- patients with a documented intolerance/known hypersensitivity to dual release hydrocortisone;
- vulnerable populations, such as elderly, cancer patients, pregnant and lactating women;
- history of non-compliance to medical regimens, or potentially unreliable patients
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Naples, Italy
Compensation & support
Compensation mentioned.
ClinicalTrials.gov doesn't provide a reliable structured field for payment or travel support - confirm details with the study team.
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This study's listing includes signals that participants may be compensated or receive a stipend. Amounts vary and are set by the study team - confirm the details with them.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
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How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Naples, Italy. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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