RecruitingNCT05568498

Probiotic Treatment for Depression and Associated Mood Disorders in Parkinson's Disease

This study is recruiting. It focuses on depression and currently lists participation information in Canada.

Depression, Parkinson Disease, ...OtherFrom 40 Years to 80 Years

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Study reference: NCT05568498. HopeStage can help you review the study, but cannot decide medical eligibility.

In plain English

Key information made simple

This study is looking at whether a digital support tool can help people with Parkinson Disease or Depression. Participants take part in a digital support tool and complete follow-up assessments. Some participants may receive placebo instead of the study treatment, and direct benefit is not guaranteed.

What to expect

Your next step

The official record suggests in-person participation through a university, with sites including Pacific Parkinson's Research Centre in Vancouver. Participation appears to involve assessments along with scans or samples to help researchers understand patterns more clearly. The main fit is usually matching the main diagnosis and being able to understand the study and consent, while common reasons not to take part include safety concerns that need urgent care first and major medical issues that could make participation unsuitable. This is an early-stage study, which usually means a smaller group and a focus on learning how the approach behaves.

Before joining

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?

Study clarity

Things to check before joining

Study start dateStarted: January 20, 2025

Time commitment: multiple visits or assessments
Study phase: Not available
Enrollment: Not available
Recruitment status: Recruiting
Sponsor: University of British Columbia
Sponsor type: University
Main activity: digital app or tool
Intervention: Not available
Source: Official registry link

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Public study data

Key study information

Official title: Probiotic Treatment for Depression and Associated Mood Disorders in Parkinson's Disease
Condition: Depression, Parkinson Disease, ...
Study status: Recruiting
Sponsor / lead affiliation: University of British Columbia
Location / country: Canada
Registry: ClinicalTrials.gov
External trial ID: NCT05568498

Why this study may matter

This study may matter because it adds public evidence around depression. HopeStage presents it as a starting point for understanding the study, checking the official source, and preparing questions with a care team.

In practice

For you

Taking part may help clarify how this condition is measured or understood.

It requires regular visits and structured follow-up.

Requires travel, with in-person participation in Canada.

Official source

Registry reference

This page links back to the public source record so people can verify details directly with the registry and research team.

If you want the full study description, eligibility criteria, locations, and sponsor information in the original format, this is the place to check before taking the next step.

Official title: Probiotic Treatment for Depression and Associated Mood Disorders in Parkinson's Disease
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov
Official registry link: Open official registry
External trial ID: NCT05568498

Important

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FAQ

Questions about this study

What is Probiotic Treatment for Depression and Associated Mood Disorders in Parkinson's Disease?

This study is exploring digital app or tool for people with depression. Participants may complete study visits, assessments, or follow-up activities defined by the research team. It includes a comparison with placebo. Direct benefit is not guaranteed.

Who is behind this study, and what type of sponsor is it?

This study is sponsored by University of British Columbia. Based on the sponsor name or official registry information, it appears to be a university. You should verify the details in the official registry record.

What does participation involve, what phase is it, and what should I ask about safety?

This study may involve digital app or tool, study visits, and assessments. The time commitment is multiple visits or assessments. The study phase is not available in HopeStage data. Check the official source record to see whether a phase is listed. Enrollment is not available in HopeStage data. HopeStage cannot say whether a study is safe or right for you. Before joining, ask the research team about possible risks, time commitment, visits, side effects, compensation, safety monitoring, and whether participation may affect your current care.

Where can I verify the study details?

Use the official source record linked on this page to check the full study description, recruitment status, eligibility criteria, locations, sponsor information, phase, enrollment, contact details, and any listed risks or requirements.

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