Could a cancer drug combo slow Alzheimer's?

NCT ID NCT04785300

First seen Jan 26, 2026 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 11 times

Summary

This early study tests whether a combination of two drugs, dasatinib and quercetin, is safe and possible for people with mild cognitive impairment or Alzheimer's disease. The goal is to see if these drugs can clear aging cells from the brain. Twenty participants aged 55 and older will take the drugs for a short time and be monitored for side effects.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Mayo Clinic in Rochester

    Rochester, Minnesota, 55905, United States

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