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Nebivolol and Endothelial Regulation of Fibrinolysis (NERF)
NCT01595516 · View on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗
Study Summary
The investigators hypothesize that nebivolol will improve endothelial t-PA release in adult humans with elevated blood pressure to a greater extent than either metoprolol or placebo. The investigators further hypothesize that the improvement in the capacity of the vascular endothelium to release t-PA with nebivolol is mediated, in part, by the compound's antioxidant properties.
Conditions Studied
Interventions
- DRUG Placebo
- OTHER Saline
- DRUG Nebivolol
- DRUG Metoprolol
- OTHER Bradykinin
Study Locations (1)
Colorado
- UC-Boulder Clinical and Translational Research Center — Boulder
Trial Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Enrollment Target | 44 participants |
| Start Date | 2012-02 |
| Est. Completion | 2017-10 |
| Phase | Phase 4 |
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Full Details on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗What the Registry Record Tells You About NCT01595516
The ClinicalTrials.gov registry entry for NCT01595516 describes a study currently listed as completed. It is categorized as Phase 4, which is the standard way researchers label where a study sits along the investigational pathway from early safety work through later efficacy and post-marketing evaluation. The registered enrollment target is 44 participants, a figure that helps gauge the scale of data the investigators plan to collect. The listed sponsor is University of Colorado, Boulder, which has 79 total studies on file at ClinicalTrials.gov, and sponsors are the parties responsible for study design, oversight, and regulatory filings.
The record links to 2 conditions, with Hypertension appearing as the primary indexed condition, and to 5 interventions — of which Placebo is the first listed. Interventions can include drugs, devices, procedures, behavioral programs, or observational arms, and each is tracked as a separate registry field so that downstream queries can filter accurately. When a trial lists multiple interventions, it usually reflects a multi-arm design or a comparison protocol rather than a single treatment being tested in isolation. The brief summary published in the registry is the clearest source of protocol intent and should be read before drawing conclusions from any sidebar tags.
Geographic footprint matters for practical reasons: NCT01595516 reports 1 study location spanning 1 distinct geographic area — top geographies include Colorado. A larger site network tends to correlate with broader recruitment capacity, but it does not imply anything about study quality, and site-level enrollment status can diverge from the overall registry status shown above. Every data point on this page comes from the public ClinicalTrials.gov dataset and is reproduced here for reference only; it is not a medical recommendation, an endorsement of the sponsor, or an invitation to enroll. Verify current status, eligibility criteria, and contact details directly at ClinicalTrials.gov, and discuss any participation decision with your own healthcare provider.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is clinical trial NCT01595516 about?
NCT01595516 is a clinical study titled "Nebivolol and Endothelial Regulation of Fibrinolysis (NERF)". The investigators hypothesize that nebivolol will improve endothelial t-PA release in adult humans with elevated blood pressure to a greater extent than either metoprolol or placebo. The investigators further hypothesize that the improvement in the capacity of the vascular endothelium to release t-P...
What is the current status of trial NCT01595516?
This trial is currently completed. It is a Phase 4 study. The enrollment target is 44 participants. The study started on 2012-02. Estimated completion is 2017-10.
What conditions does trial NCT01595516 study?
This clinical trial studies the following conditions: Hypertension, Prehypertension. These conditions were identified from the trial registry and reflect the primary focus areas of the research.
What interventions are being tested in trial NCT01595516?
The interventions under investigation include: Placebo (DRUG), Saline (OTHER), Nebivolol (DRUG), Metoprolol (DRUG), Bradykinin (OTHER). Each intervention is being evaluated for safety and efficacy as part of this clinical study.
Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT01595516?
This trial is sponsored by University of Colorado, Boulder, which has 79 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov. The sponsor is responsible for the study's design, funding, and regulatory compliance.
Where is trial NCT01595516 being conducted?
This trial has 1 study location across Colorado. Contact the study sites directly through ClinicalTrials.gov for enrollment availability.
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