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Study on Finding the Best Treatments for Bipolar Depression

Bipolar disorder and depression can make life difficult, but there are four medications approved to help with the symptoms. However, we don't know which one works the best. This study will compare how well each of these medications works to treat bipolar depression symptoms and see if one is better than the others.

Age & Gender

  • 18 years ~ 75 years
  • Male, Female, Gender Inclusive

Visit Availability

  • Standard business hours (M-F, 8-5)
  • Visits can be combined with regular clinical appointments

Location

North Carolina (Statewide)

What will be asked of you

For the first 3 months, you will have 7 visits with a study clinician. These visits will be every two weeks. During each visit, the clinician will help adjust your medication, monitor your progress, ensure your safety, and answer any questions you may have. You will also complete questionnaires similar to the ones you filled out at the beginning of the study. Throughout this time, you will take one of the 4 medications approved to treat bipolar depression. If you don't feel better after the first 3 months, you'll have the option to switch to a different medication to see if it works better for you. After the first 3 months, you will have 5 additional visits. Every 8 weeks, you'll complete similar assessments until the study ends.

Incentives

Up to $250

In-person visits:
1-7 but most visits can be done at the clinic OR online/phone
Phone or online visits:
Up to 11
Total length of participation:
Up to 1 year

Looking for Specific Volunteers

Able to participate:

  • You have been diagnosed with bipolar disorder
  • You are experiencing symptoms of depression like low mood, poor sleep or appetite and a loss of interest in things you once enjoyed

Not eligible if:

  • You are currently pregnant or breastfeeding
  • You have ever been diagnosed with schizophrenia or another psychotic disorder

Contact the Team

Visit Location

Contact & Visit Location

Primary Contact

Primary Visit Location

Carr Mill Mall
200 N Greensboro St, Carrboro, NC 27510, USA

Secondary Visit Location

Dawson Hall Building (Vilcom Center)
77 Vilcom Center Dr, Chapel Hill, NC 27514, USA

Additional Study Information

Principal Investigator

Bradley Gaynes
Psychiatry - General

Study Type

Clinical or Medical
Interventional

Study Topics

Behavior
Chronic Conditions
Mental and Emotional Health

IRB Number

24-2844

ClinicalTrials.gov

NCT06433635

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