Can a blood pressure drug curb impulsive behaviors in Parkinson's?
NCT ID NCT03552068
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 01, 2026 · Updated 27 times
Summary
This study tested whether clonidine, a drug used for high blood pressure, can help reduce impulse control disorders (like gambling or overeating) in people with Parkinson's disease. 38 participants received either clonidine or a placebo for 8 weeks. The goal was to see if clonidine could lower the severity of these impulsive behaviors.
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Hospices Civils de Lyon
Bron, France
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