Cooperative Studies Program #563 - Prazosin and Combat Trauma PTSD

Based on the public registry summary, this study is trying to understand: Background: Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a debilitating and disabling mental disorder that afflicts at least 25% of Veterans who have suffered life-threatening war zone trauma. Trauma-related nightmares and sleep disturbance are among the most treatment-resistant. The study team can confirm the exact objective and what it means for you.

This appears to be a medication / drug study involving prazosin, placebo. Phase 3 studies are usually larger and aim to confirm effectiveness and safety in a broader group.

This study may concern people with ptsd; age range: Over 18 Years. The criteria appear fairly specific, but you should not assume you are eligible. The study team must confirm diagnosis, age, exclusions, available locations, and next steps.

You may need to take a study treatment and have regular medical follow-up. The listed study locations suggest that at least part of participation may involve a physical site. Ask whether some steps can be done remotely.

The public registry appears to mention rules about current treatment, stability, stopping treatment, or dose changes. Do not change your treatment for a study without medical guidance. Ask the study team and your clinician what is required, what is not allowed, and how safety is monitored.

The listed study locations suggest that at least part of participation may involve a physical site. Ask which sites are open, how many visits are expected, whether any steps can be done remotely, and whether travel costs or compensation are listed.

This study is sponsored by VA Office of Research and Development, which appears to be a government agency. Sponsor website: https://www.research.va.gov. If available, it can be useful to check the sponsor website, collaborators, investigator affiliation, and the official registry before deciding. HopeStage does not judge the quality of a sponsor or researcher, but helps you identify what to verify.

The public registry lists this study as not currently recruiting. This page remains available for information. Check the official record for the latest status and explore other recruiting studies.