Drug and exercise combo tested to fight debilitating cancer fatigue

NCT ID NCT03525873

Summary

This study aims to see if a combination of a stimulant medication (methylphenidate) and a guided exercise program can reduce severe, cancer-related fatigue in patients with advanced or metastatic cancer who are receiving a type of immunotherapy. It will enroll about 212 adults who are experiencing significant fatigue. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either the real medication or a placebo pill, while everyone follows the same physical activity plan.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • M D Anderson Cancer Center

    Houston, Texas, 77030, United States

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