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NCT05570812 · ClinicalTrials.gov registry record · Phase 2

Neuroactive Steroid to Treat Depressed Mood: A Trial for People With HIV

A Phase 2 study of HIV and Major Depressive Disorder, sponsored by Massachusetts General Hospital.

Recruiting
Registry status
Phase 2
Development phase
120
Enrollment target
1
Study location

NCT05570812 is a Phase 2 study of HIV and Major Depressive Disorder that is actively recruiting participants, run by Massachusetts General Hospital. The registered enrollment target is 120 participants, below the 439-participant average among 303 other HIV trials with a reported enrollment target (73% lower). The trial reports 1 study location across 1 state.

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The verdict

NCT05570812, a Phase 2 study of HIV and Major Depressive Disorder, is actively recruiting participants, sponsored by Massachusetts General Hospital.

RECRUITING
Registry status
Phase 2
Development phase
120 participants
Enrollment target
1
Study location

Study Summary

This study will determine the effects of pregnenolone on brain function, inflammation and depressive symptoms in people with HIV who have depression. Participants in this study will receive a pill of either pregnenolone or placebo, and can stay on their current antidepression medications. Brain imaging and behavioral assessments will be performed during the study.

Interventions

  • DRUG Placebo
  • DRUG Pregnenolone

Study Locations (1)

Massachusetts

  • Massachusetts General Hospital - Boston

Trial Details

FieldValue
Enrollment Target 120 participants
Start Date 2023-03-03
Est. Completion 2028-01-31
Phase Phase 2

Sponsor

Massachusetts General Hospital

2,032 total trials

What the Registry Record Tells You About NCT05570812

The ClinicalTrials.gov registry entry for NCT05570812 describes a study currently listed as recruiting, categorized as Phase 2. The registered enrollment target is 120 participants, a figure that helps gauge the scale of data the investigators plan to collect, below the 439-participant average among 303 other HIV trials with a reported enrollment target (73% lower). The listed sponsor is Massachusetts General Hospital, which has 2,032 total studies on file at ClinicalTrials.gov.

The record links to 3 conditions, with HIV appearing as the primary indexed condition, and to 2 interventions - of which Placebo is the first listed.

NCT05570812 reports 1 study location spanning 1 distinct geographic area - top geographies include Massachusetts.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is clinical trial NCT05570812 about?

NCT05570812 is a clinical study titled "Neuroactive Steroid to Treat Depressed Mood: A Trial for People With HIV". This study will determine the effects of pregnenolone on brain function, inflammation and depressive symptoms in people with HIV who have depression. Participants in this study will receive a pill of either pregnenolone or placebo, and can stay on their current antidepression medications. Brain imag...

What is the current status of trial NCT05570812?

This trial is currently recruiting. It is a Phase 2 study. The enrollment target is 120 participants. The study started on 2023-03-03. Estimated completion is 2028-01-31.

What conditions does trial NCT05570812 study?

This clinical trial studies the following conditions: HIV, Major Depressive Disorder, Anxiety Depression.

What interventions are being tested in trial NCT05570812?

The interventions under investigation include: Placebo (DRUG), Pregnenolone (DRUG).

Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT05570812?

This trial is sponsored by Massachusetts General Hospital, which has 2,032 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov.

Where is trial NCT05570812 being conducted?

This trial has 1 study location across Massachusetts. Contact the study sites directly through ClinicalTrials.gov for enrollment availability.

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