Could an antidepressant help tame rheumatoid arthritis?
NCT ID NCT06231745
First seen May 04, 2026 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested whether paroxetine, a medication typically used for depression, can improve disease control when added to standard rheumatoid arthritis therapy. One hundred adults with active rheumatoid arthritis took part. The main goal was to see if paroxetine helps lower disease activity scores, aiming for remission or low disease activity.
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Mostafa Bahaa
Damietta, New Damietta, 34518, Egypt
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