New study aims to ease agitated delirium in cancer patients

NCT ID NCT05431595

First seen Nov 18, 2025 · Last updated Jun 02, 2026 · Updated 25 times

Summary

This study tests four treatments (haloperidol, chlorpromazine, valproic acid, and a placebo) alongside standard non-drug care to calm agitated delirium in hospitalized adults with advanced cancer. The goal is to find which option best reduces distress and suffering. About 42 participants will be enrolled.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • MD Anderson Cancer Center

    RECRUITING

    Houston, Texas, 77030, United States

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