Clinical Trials Update: May 18, 2009

ByABC News
May 18, 2009, 2:52 PM

May 19 -- (HealthDay News) -- Here are the latest clinical trials, courtesy of CenterWatch and ClinicalConnection.com:

Migraine and Cluster Headaches

If you are an adult with moderate-to-severe migraine pain, you may qualify for this study.

The research site is in Bronx, N.Y.

More information

Please see http://www.centerwatch.com/clinical-trials/listings/studylist.aspx?CatID=100.

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Rheumatoid Arthritis

If you are an adult with active rheumatoid arthritis and are currently taking methotrexate, you may qualify for this study.

The research site is in San Antonio, Texas.

More information

Please seehttp://www.centerwatch.com/clinical-trials/listings/studylist.aspx?CatID=132.

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Eye Disorders/Infections

If you are an adult diagnosed with blepharits in one or both eyes, you may qualify for this study.

The research site is in Philadelphia, Penn.

More information

Please see http://www.centerwatch.com/clinical-trials/listings/studylist.aspx?CatID=227.

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Gastroparesis

This study will evaluate the safety and effectiveness of an investigational medication to treat diabetic gastroparesis. Symptoms may include: heartburn, indigestion, stomach pain, nausea, vomiting or bloating.

The research site is in New York City.

More information

Please see http://www.clinicalconnection.com/clinical_trials/condition/gastroparesis.aspx.

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Gout

This study will evaluate an investigational medication for gout. Qualified participants will receive all study related care and investigational medication at no cost, and may be compensated up to $225 for time and travel.

The research site is in Anderson, S.C.

More information

Please see http://www.clinicalconnection.com/clinical_trials/condition/gout.aspx.

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Type 1 Diabetes

This study seeks volunteers aged 18 to 30 with type 1 diabetes who have been diagnosed within the past four months.

The research site is in Salt Lake City, Utah.