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CURRENT TRIALS
Anemia Due to Iron Deficiency
Iron poor blood (or iron deficiency) is the most common cause of anemia. It can be caused by too little iron in the diet, poor absorption of iron from the intestines, or loss of iron from the body (e.g. menstruating, surgery, blood loss). Replacement of iron usually corrects this type of anemia. This research study will help determine if an investigational iron preparation administered intravenously can safely restore iron levels in the blood and alleviate iron deficiency anemia.
PRESENTLY ENROLLING!
Eligibility criteria include:
Male or female at least 18 years of age Iron deficiency anemia No other cause for anemia other than iron deficiency Willingness to have intravenous iron infusion(s) Willingness to use an approved method of birth control (if required)
For further information please contact:
Windy Crater
(336) 286-1194
email: wcrater@vitalresearchnc.com
Chronic Constipation Research Study
This research study is designed to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of an investigational medication to see if it can relieve the symptoms of chronic constipation in men and women. There is a 1 in 3 chance of receiving placebo (inactive substance). The study medication is administered as an oral capsule once a day for 16 weeks.
The study requires approximately nine study visits that include study-related physical exams, ECGs and blood draws for laboratory tests. Participants will be asked to complete an automated daily phone questionnaire during study participation.
PRESENTLY ENROLLING!
Eligibility criteria include:
Male or female, at least 18 years of age Fewer than 3 bowel movements per week Bloating and/or straining A feeling of incomplete bowel emptying Willingness to make daily calls via touch tone phone Willingness to have a colonoscopy if age 50 or older and have not received one in the past 10 years Willingness to use an approved method of birth control if you are female (if required)
For further information please contact:
Sharon Debnam, RN
(336) 286-1194
email: sdebnam@vitalresearchnc.com
Research Study on Diarrhea in Patients with Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Irritable Bowel Syndrome is a common stomach and intestinal disorder that can affect people in a number of different ways —from simple annoyance to debilitating symptoms. Often this can lead to embarrassment, discomfort, stress, and disruption of everyday life. Because the cause of IBS is unknown, new and better IBS treatments are currently being researched to potentially improve the overall quality of life for people who suffer from IBS. The current research study examines the safety and possible effectiveness of an investigational medication.
PRESENTLY ENROLLING!
Eligibility criteria include:
Are a male or female at least 18 years old
Have had abdominal discomfort and other symptoms associated with IBS for at least 12 weeks over the last 12 months
Have not had adequate relief of IBS symptoms and IBS bloating
Currently have loose and watery stools
Are willing to have a colonoscopy, if required depending on your current medical history
Are willing to use an approved method of birth control (if required)
Are willing to discontinue anti-diarrheals (e.g. Imodium) and anti-spasmodics (e.g. Bentyl, Levsin)
For further information please contact:
Sharon Debnam, RN
(336) 286-1194
email: sdebnam@vitalresearchnc.com