Blood pressure drug tested to curb Parkinson's impulsive behaviors
NCT ID NCT03552068
Summary
This study tested whether clonidine, a medication commonly used for high blood pressure, could help reduce impulse control disorders in people with Parkinson's disease. In this small, completed trial, 38 participants with Parkinson's and significant impulsive behaviors were randomly assigned to receive either clonidine or a placebo pill for eight weeks. Researchers measured changes in the severity of behaviors like compulsive gambling, eating, or hypersexuality to see if the drug was safe and effective for this new use.
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Hospices Civils de Lyon
Bron, France
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