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Dementia Clinical Trial in Charleston, SC

Access cutting-edge dementia treatment through this clinical trial at a research site in Charleston. Study-provided care at no cost to qualified participants.

Sponsored by University of Southern California

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Charleston

    Convenient for SC residents

  • Cutting-Edge Treatment

    Access to innovative therapies

  • Expert Medical Care

    Close monitoring by specialists

  • Possible Compensation*

    For time and travel

*Compensation varies by study. Confirm details with coordinator.

Simple Process

  1. 1Submit this form
  2. 2Phone screening
  3. 3Visit Charleston site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Dementia Study in Charleston

This is a multicenter randomized double-blind placebo-controlled Phase 2 study of an oral combination of tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol (CBD) compared to placebo over 12 weeks. This study is designed to test the hypothesis that treatment with an oral combination of THC/CBD will reduce agitation hospice care-eligible patients with agitation and dementia as measured by the Cohen Mansfield Agitation Inventory (CMAI) when compared to placebo at 2 weeks. This study will enroll approximat

Sponsor: University of Southern California

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Provision of signed and dated informed consent from participant or legally authorized representative. 2. Person of any sex/gender 40 years of age or older. 3. Ability to take or be administered liquid medication. 4. Meets DSM-V criteria for Major Neurocognitive Disorder. 5. Current clinically significant agitation as demonstrated by an NPI-agitation subscale of 4 or above at Screening. 6. Meets at least one of the following requirements: 1. Currently enrolled in out-patient or in-patient hospice care. 2. Stage 6d on the Functional Assessment Staging Test (FAST). 3. Score of 12 or more according to the Advanced Dementia Prognostic Tool (ADEPT) as implemented by the Mitchell Index. 7. Willing to agree not to use cannabinoids in any form (e.g., topically applied, ingested, inhaled, or other form of administration), other than the trial medication, during the first 12 weeks of the study. 8. Has a third-party clinician (e.g., hospice, palliative care, PCP)

Not sure if you qualify? Submit your interest and a study coordinator will help determine your eligibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Is this study available in Charleston?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT05644262) has an active research site in Charleston, SC that is currently enrolling participants.

Q:Is it safe to participate?

Clinical trials follow strict safety guidelines and ethical standards. This study has been reviewed and approved, and participants are closely monitored by medical professionals. You can withdraw at any time.

Q:Will I be compensated?

Many clinical trials offer compensation for your time and travel expenses. Specific compensation details will be discussed during the screening process. All study-related medical care is provided at no cost.

Q:Can I leave the trial if I change my mind?

Absolutely. Participation is completely voluntary. You have the right to withdraw from the study at any time, for any reason, without penalty.

Still have questions? Our study coordinators are here to help.

Dementia Treatment Options in Charleston, SC

If you're searching for dementia treatment options in Charleston, SC, this clinical trial (NCT05644262) may be an excellent opportunity. Clinical trials provide access to cutting-edge treatments that aren't yet available to the general public, often at no cost to participants.

Our Charleston research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced dementia specialists who are at the forefront of medical research. All study-related care, including examinations, treatments, and monitoring, is provided at no cost to qualified participants.

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