Could a wakefulness drug beat cancer fatigue?

NCT ID NCT05333250

First seen Jan 14, 2026 · Last updated May 05, 2026 · Updated 12 times

Summary

This study tests whether modafinil, a drug that promotes wakefulness, can reduce severe fatigue and thinking problems in people with advanced cancer. About 40 adults with stage III or IV cancer will receive either modafinil or a placebo for a short time. The goal is to see if the drug helps and if a larger trial is possible.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • The Ottawa Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

    Contact

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