Scientists scan brains to unlock mystery of bipolar depression drug

NCT ID NCT05060549

Summary

This study aims to understand how the medication cariprazine (Vraylar) helps people with bipolar depression. Eight adults with the condition will take the drug and have special brain scans (PET scans) before and during treatment. Researchers will look at how the drug interacts with a specific brain receptor to learn more about its antidepressant effects.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • Columbia University Medical Center

    New York, New York, 10032, United States

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