A Study to Assess the Effects of Doxazosin on Polysomnography in PTSD
This study is completed in the United States. It is testing effects of Doxazosin on Polysomnography for PTSD.
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.
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United States · 1 site
- San Francisco Veterans Affairs Medical CenterSan Francisco, CaliforniaSite status: Not listed — confirm with the team
Key information made simple
What is this study testing?
This study is testing whether Doxazosin XL may be useful for adults experiencing ptsd.
What would participation involve?
Participants may receive Doxazosin XL, attend study visits with the research team. The registry lists locations in the United States.
Who is it mainly for?
This study appears to be mainly for adults with ptsd.
What should you check before joining?
Ask about the dose, safety monitoring, and possible side effects, whether there is a comparison group, how many visits or travel steps are needed, the exact eligibility criteria.
Your next step
Study sites are listed in the registry. Recruitment status can differ between sites. Ask the research team to confirm the location, any in-person visits, time commitment, costs or compensation, and participation criteria.
Questions to ask before joining
- What are the exact eligibility criteria, and what could exclude someone?
- How many visits, assessments, or follow-ups are expected, and over what period?
- What risks, side effects, practical burdens, or alternatives should be understood first?
- Who should be contacted to confirm locations, timing, compensation, and next steps?
Things to check before joining
- Recruitment status
- Completed
- Enrollment listed in the registry
- 15
- Sponsor
- San Francisco Veterans Affairs Medical Center
- Sponsor type
- Hospital / academic medical center
- Study type
- Drug
- Intervention type
- Medication / drug
- Study phase
- Phase 4Usually happens after approval, to monitor real-world use, safety, and longer-term outcomes.
- Locations
- United States
- Age range
- From 18 Years to 69 Years
- Official registry ID
- NCT01959022
- Official title
- A Pilot Study to Assess the Effects of Doxazosin on Polysomnography in PTSD
- Official source
- Official registry link
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Participation may contribute to research. Personal benefit is not guaranteed.
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Questions about this study
What is this study trying to understand?
Based on the public registry summary, this study is trying to understand: This study will assess the effects of the medication doxazosin on sleep in men and women with PTSD. Sleep will be measured objectively at home using a portable sleep recorder and wrist actigraphy. The study team can confirm the exact objective and what it means for you.
Does this study involve a medication?
This appears to be a medication / drug study involving Doxazosin XL. Phase 4 studies usually happen after treatment approval, to monitor real-world use.
Who might this study be for?
This study may concern people with ptsd; age range: From 18 Years to 69 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.
What would I likely need to do?
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.
What side effects, interactions, or treatment changes should I check?
If the study involves a medication, ask whether it is already approved, experimental, or being tested for a new use. Check possible side effects, interactions with current treatment, dose changes, monitoring, and what happens if you feel worse. For any mental health study, also ask who to contact if you feel worse, whether participation may affect current treatment, whether you can stop, and who confirms eligibility.
Will I need to travel or attend in-person visits?
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.
Who is behind this study?
This study is sponsored by San Francisco Veterans Affairs Medical Center, which appears to be a hospital or academic medical center. 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.
Can I still join this study?
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.
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