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New treatment option for Sickle Cell Disease
Official title Cannabinoids for the Reduction of Inflammation and Sickle Cell Related Pain
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05519111
What this study is testing
What is Dronabinol?
Dronabinol is an investigational medicine, given as a pill taken by mouth, being studied as a potential treatment for sickle cell disease.
Also referred to as Marinol.
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
- A randomized, double blind, study of dronabinol as a palliative agent in the treatment of pain, inflammation, and other complications of sickle cell disease (SCD).
- Phase 2: a mid-size study of how well it works
- You might receive a placebo (an inactive treatment) instead of the study drug, decided by chance.
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
- Age \>18 years
- Clinical diagnosis of SCD (HbSS, HbSC, HbSβ+; Thal, HbSβ0Thal, HbS variants)
- Baseline score of 60 or lower on the ASCQ-Me 7-day pain interference domain
- If on a SCD modifying therapy (hydroxyurea, regular blood transfusions, L-glutamine, voxelotor, crizanlizumab), on stable dose for at least 3 months
- If using opioids for pain at home, on stable dose for at least 3 months
See the full eligibility criteria
- Age \>18 years
- Clinical diagnosis of SCD (HbSS, HbSC, HbSβ+; Thal, HbSβ0Thal, HbS variants)
- Baseline score of 60 or lower on the ASCQ-Me 7-day pain interference domain
- If on a SCD modifying therapy (hydroxyurea, regular blood transfusions, L-glutamine, voxelotor, crizanlizumab), on stable dose for at least 3 months
- If using opioids for pain at home, on stable dose for at least 3 months
- One urine toxicology negative for cannabinoids within 30 days of randomization
- No known intolerance to dronabinol, or marijuana
- No history of psychotic episode, psychosis, or active suicidality
- No contraindication to dronabinol with attention to potential side effects, concurrent medications/substances, and concurrent medical problems, as evaluated by a physician
- Willing to abstain from cannabis, medical and illicit, during study weeks 1 through 8
- Not pregnant or nursing
- If a woman capable of becoming pregnant, willing to use a medically accepted form of birth control for the duration of study participation. Accepted forms include oral contraception, medroxyprogesterone, contraceptive...
- Able to consent for research
- No daily cannabis use
- No diagnosis of active substance use disorder
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- New York, New York, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
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 New York, New York, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.