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Clinical Trials Update: Feb. 27, 2008

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  • (HealthDay News) -- Here are the latest clinical trials, courtesy of Thomson CenterWatch:

    Fibromyalgia

    If you are 18 or older and have been diagnosed with fibromyalgia, you may be eligible to participate in this study lasting up to 27 weeks with 12 visits. Candidates may not be involved in pending worker's compensation litigation, and may not work variable shifts or routine night shifts.

    The research site is in Fort Meyers, Fla.

    More information

    Please see http://www.centerwatch.com/patient/studies/cat218.html  External Links Disclaimer Logo.

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    Epilepsy

    If you have been diagnosed with epilepsy with simple or complex partial seizures, and are on a stable dose of one or two marketed antiepileptic drugs, you may be eligible to participate in this study. Additional criteria apply.

    The research site is in Ames, Iowa.

    More information

    Please see http://www.centerwatch.com/patient/studies/cat62.html  External Links Disclaimer Logo.

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    High Cholesterol (Hyperlipidemia)

    If you have high cholesterol, you may qualify for this study. Participants will receive all study related care and investigational medication at no cost, and may be compensated up to $275 for time and travel.

    The research site is in Chicago, Ill.

    More information

    Please see http://www.centerwatch.com/patient/studies/cat170.html  External Links Disclaimer Logo.

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