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Active Not RecruitingNCT03349528

Double-Blind Placebo-Controlled Trial of a Probiotic Supplement to Prevent Relapse and Improve the Clinical Course After Hospitalization for depression in bipolarity

This study is active but not recruiting in the United States. It is testing probiotic Supplement for depression in bipolarity.

Bipolarity, DepressionBiologicalFrom 18 Years to 65 Years
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In plain English

Key information made simple

What is this study testing?

This study is testing whether a Probiotic Supplement may be useful for adults experiencing bipolarity.

What would participation involve?

Participants may receive a Probiotic Supplement, complete questionnaires or follow-up assessments, attend study visits with the research team. The protocol may also involve randomization, placebo, or a comparison group. The registry lists locations in the United States.

Who is it mainly for?

This study appears to be mainly for adults with bipolarity.

What should you check before joining?

Ask about the dose, safety monitoring, and possible side effects, whether there is placebo, randomization, or a comparison group, how many visits or travel steps are needed, the exact eligibility criteria.

What to expect

Your next step

The official record suggests in-person participation through a hospital, with sites including Sheppart Pratt Health System in Towson. Participation appears to involve a study treatment together with follow-up visits and routine safety or progress checks. The main fit is usually being able to understand the study and consent and matching the main diagnosis, while common reasons not to take part include active substance or alcohol problems that could affect the results. This is an early-stage study, which usually means a smaller group and a focus on learning how the approach behaves.

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Questions to ask before joining

Study clarity

Things to check before joining

Study start dateStarted: December 11, 2018
Recruitment status
Active Not Recruiting
Estimated enrollment
Not clearly listed
Sponsor
Sheppard Pratt Health System
Sponsor type
Unknown or unclear
Study type
Biological
Intervention type
BIOLOGICAL
Study phase
Phase 2Usually explores whether the intervention may work, while continuing to monitor safety.
Locations
United States
Age range
From 18 Years to 65 Years
Official registry ID
NCT03349528
Official title
A Double-Blind Placebo-Controlled Trial of a Probiotic Supplement to Prevent Relapse and Improve the Clinical Course After Hospitalization for Bipolar Depression
Official source
Official registry link

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In practice

For you

Taking part may give access to a new approach being evaluated.

It requires regular visits and structured follow-up.

Requires travel, with in-person participation in United States.

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FAQ

Questions about this study

What is this study trying to understand?

This study is exploring medication or study treatment for people with bipolarity. Participants may complete study visits, assessments, or follow-up activities defined by the research team. Direct benefit is not guaranteed. The detailed objective is not always clearly listed in the public registry; the study team can confirm.

Does this study involve biological samples, imaging, or biomarkers?

This appears to be a biological / biomarker / imaging study involving Probiotic Supplement, Inert Compound. Phase 2 studies usually explore whether the intervention may work, while continuing to monitor safety.

Do I need to want to stop or reduce tobacco use to participate?

The public registry appears to mention tobacco, nicotine, alcohol, cannabis, or another addiction-related topic. Ask the study team whether you need to want to stop, reduce, already be abstinent, or simply meet use-related criteria. Eligibility must be confirmed by the study team.

What would I likely need to do?

You may need to provide biological samples, complete lab tests, or take part in imaging or measurement procedures. 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 should I check about samples, imaging, data, and possible discomfort?

If the study involves samples, imaging, or biomarkers, ask what is collected, how it is stored, who can access results, whether there may be discomfort, and whether results are shared with you. 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 Sheppard Pratt Health System, which appears to be unknown or unclear. The listed contact or investigator is Sheppard Pratt Health System, affiliated with Sheppard Pratt Health System. 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 registry indicates that the study is active but not currently recruiting. This usually means participants may already be involved, but new participants may not be accepted.

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