Summer

Clinical Trials are Enrolling Now

The following clinical trials are now enrolling at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center:

Weight Reduction Medication Study

Is Your Child Taking Zyprexa, Risperdal or Seroquel and Gaining Weight?

What
The purpose of this research medication study is to determine the safety and effectiveness of a new drug to reduce weight gain in children taking Zyprexa, Risperdal and Seroquel.
Who
Children between the ages of 10 and 17 who have gained more than 10 percent of their body weight from, or are overweight and stable on, Zyprexa, Risperdal, or Seroquel may be eligible to participate.
Pay
Participants will receive study medication and dietary counseling from a registered dietitian at no charge. Results will be available to participants. Compensation for time and travel will be given.
Details
Contact Peggy Sweeney (margaret.sweeney@cchmc.org), 513-636-0332.

Bipolar/ADHD Comparison Study

Seeking Children Ages 12-18 with ADHD  for Research Study

What
A study comparing children diagnosed with ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder), bipolar disorder and children with no diagnosis. The study lasts for one year and includes three visits. 
Who
Children 12-18 years old with ADHD may qualify to participate.
Pay
Participants are paid $20 to $95 per appointment.
Details
Contact Christina Grandstaff (christina.grandstaff@psychiatry.uc.edu), 513-558-4295.