Old prostate drug may spark brain cells in Parkinson's

NCT ID NCT07288450

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether terazosin, a drug currently used for an enlarged prostate, can boost energy production in brain cells of people with early Parkinson's disease. One hundred participants will receive either terazosin or a placebo for 6 months. Researchers will measure changes in energy molecules in the blood and brain to see if the drug hits its target.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

Terazosin Hydrochloride

What this could lead to

If it works, this could point toward a treatment that slows Parkinson's by improving brain cell energy.

What could go wrong

This is a very early Phase 1/2 trial with only 100 people. It tests whether the drug hits its target in the body, not whether it improves symptoms. Many early trials do not lead to effective treatments.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Parkinson disease

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The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

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