When you volunteer to participate in a clinical research trial, you do more than just give of your time … you contribute to the development of medical therapies that could one day improve the health and quality of life of millions of people. At CKRA, we value the safety, comfort and well-being of our patients above all else, and we hope your experience as a research volunteer is both educational and enjoyable.
Current Studies
- Smoking Cessation
The purpose of this study is to examine important safety aspects of the drugs varenicline (Chantix) and buproprion (Wellbutrin, Zyban) compared to nic... Read more
- Pediatric Asthma
The purpose of this study is to compare the combination medication containing salmeterol and fluticasone (Advair) to fluticasone by itself (Flovent... Read more
- Overactive Bladder
The purpose of this study is to compare the effectiveness of two doses of a drug called fesoterodine to a placebo for overactive bladder. Duration:... Read more
- Nocturia
The purpose of this study is to compare the effectiveness and tolerability of three concentrations of an investigational nasal spray versus a placebo ... Read more
- Low Testosterone
The purpose of this study is to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of an investigational medication in male subjects with low testosterone, otherwi... Read more
- Gout
The purpose of this study is to evaluate Colcrys (colchicine) given once daily compared to a placebo in patients with gout who are starting uric acid-... Read more
- Fibromyalgia and Depression
The purpose of this study is to identify and treat subjects who have both fibromyalgia and depression who are taking an antidepressant for their depre... Read more
- Fibromyalgia
The purpose of this study is to compare the safety and effectiveness of an investigational formulation of Pregabalin. Duration: Approximately 21 we... Read more
- Female Sexual Dysfunction
The purpose of this study is to determine if an investigational medication called bremelanotide is effective for treating women with female sexual aro... Read more
- Diabetes
The purpose of this study is to evaluate cardiovascular outcomes after treatment with Exenatide once weekly in patients with Type 2 Diabetes. Durat... Read more
- Adolescent Smoking Cessation
The purpose of this study is to evaluate the safety, efficacy, and tolerability of Chantix versus a placebo in adolescent smokers who are motivated to... Read more
- Adolescent Migraines
The purpose of this study is to find out if the investigational medication, Zomig nasal spray, will help relieve migraine pain in adolescents ages 12 ... Read more
- Adolescent HPV/Meningitis Vaccine
The purpose of this study is to find out if an investigational meningitis vaccine is safe and can help prevent meningococcal disease when given to hea... Read more
Becoming a Study Volunteer
- Can a participant leave a clinical trial after it has begun?
Yes. A participant can leave a clinical trial, at any time. When withdrawing from the trial, the participant should let the research team know about it, and the reasons for leaving the study.
- Does a participant continue to work with a primary health care provider while in a trial?
Yes. Most clinical trials provide short-term treatments related to a designated illness or condition, but do not provide extended or complete primary ... Read more
- How is the safety of the participant protected?
The ethical and legal codes that govern medical practice also apply to clinical trials. In addition, most clinical research is federally regulated wit... Read more
- What are side effects and adverse reactions?
Any research study involves some risk because some of the side effects of the experimental drug or therapy under investigation are unknown. While side... Read more
- What are the benefits and risks of participating in a clinical trial?
Clinical trials that are well-designed and well-executed are the best approach for eligible participants to: Play an active role in their own heal... Read more
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