Trial Outcomes & Findings for Complementary Neurosteroid Intervention in Gulf War Illnesses (GWVI) (NCT NCT01956279)

NCT ID: NCT01956279

Last Updated: 2020-05-01

Results Overview

These data report changes in the mean scores in physical health symptoms at Week 8 Post-Randomization and Week 4 Post-Randomization, relative to Baseline. The SF-36 is a health survey with an 8-scale profile embedded in 36 questions that measures physical and mental components of health. Each item is scored on a 0 to 100 range, with the lowest and highest possible scores set at 0 and 100, respectively. All of these items are scored such that a high score defines a more favorable health state, and the Physical Component Score is an average of 4 of the 8 domains of the SF-36. Thus, positive changes in scores represent an improvement relative to baseline.

Recruitment status

COMPLETED

Study phase

PHASE2

Target enrollment

170 participants

Primary outcome timeframe

Baseline to week 4, and Baseline to week 8

Results posted on

2020-05-01

Participant Flow

170 participants enrolled; 142 participants were randomized after a 2-week placebo lead-in phase. The remaining 28 randomized participants were withdrawn prior to week 4 post-randomization for various reasons - including medication changes during the study (exclusionary) and participants unavailable for continued contact.

Participant milestones

Participant milestones
Measure
Pregnenolone (Arm 1)
Pregnenolone: Pregnenolone 50mg BID x 14 days, followed by Pregnenolone 150 x 14 days, followed by Pregnenolone 250 mg BID x 28 days
Placebo (Arm 2)
Placebo: Placebo 50mg BID x 14 days, followed by Placebo 150 x 14 days, followed by Placebo 250 mg BID x 28 days
Overall Study
STARTED
82
88
Overall Study
COMPLETED
68
74
Overall Study
NOT COMPLETED
14
14

Reasons for withdrawal

Withdrawal data not reported

Baseline Characteristics

Complementary Neurosteroid Intervention in Gulf War Illnesses (GWVI)

Baseline characteristics by cohort

Baseline characteristics by cohort
Measure
Pregnenolone (Arm 1)
n=82 Participants
Pregnenolone: Pregnenolone 50mg BID x 14 days, followed by Pregnenolone 150 x 14 days, followed by Pregnenolone 250 mg BID x 28 days
Placebo (Arm 2)
n=88 Participants
Placebo: Placebo 50mg BID x 14 days, followed by Placebo 150 x 14 days, followed by Placebo 250 mg BID x 28 days
Total
n=170 Participants
Total of all reporting groups
Age, Categorical
<=18 years
0 Participants
n=5 Participants
0 Participants
n=7 Participants
0 Participants
n=5 Participants
Age, Categorical
Between 18 and 65 years
81 Participants
n=5 Participants
88 Participants
n=7 Participants
169 Participants
n=5 Participants
Age, Categorical
>=65 years
1 Participants
n=5 Participants
0 Participants
n=7 Participants
1 Participants
n=5 Participants
Age, Continuous
52.7 years
STANDARD_DEVIATION 5.6 • n=5 Participants
51.4 years
STANDARD_DEVIATION 4.8 • n=7 Participants
52.0 years
STANDARD_DEVIATION 5.2 • n=5 Participants
Sex: Female, Male
Female
10 Participants
n=5 Participants
10 Participants
n=7 Participants
20 Participants
n=5 Participants
Sex: Female, Male
Male
72 Participants
n=5 Participants
78 Participants
n=7 Participants
150 Participants
n=5 Participants
Ethnicity (NIH/OMB)
Hispanic or Latino
6 Participants
n=5 Participants
1 Participants
n=7 Participants
7 Participants
n=5 Participants
Ethnicity (NIH/OMB)
Not Hispanic or Latino
76 Participants
n=5 Participants
87 Participants
n=7 Participants
163 Participants
n=5 Participants
Ethnicity (NIH/OMB)
Unknown or Not Reported
0 Participants
n=5 Participants
0 Participants
n=7 Participants
0 Participants
n=5 Participants
Race (NIH/OMB)
American Indian or Alaska Native
0 Participants
n=5 Participants
2 Participants
n=7 Participants
2 Participants
n=5 Participants
Race (NIH/OMB)
Asian
0 Participants
n=5 Participants
0 Participants
n=7 Participants
0 Participants
n=5 Participants
Race (NIH/OMB)
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0 Participants
n=5 Participants
0 Participants
n=7 Participants
0 Participants
n=5 Participants
Race (NIH/OMB)
Black or African American
40 Participants
n=5 Participants
56 Participants
n=7 Participants
96 Participants
n=5 Participants
Race (NIH/OMB)
White
42 Participants
n=5 Participants
30 Participants
n=7 Participants
72 Participants
n=5 Participants
Race (NIH/OMB)
More than one race
0 Participants
n=5 Participants
0 Participants
n=7 Participants
0 Participants
n=5 Participants
Race (NIH/OMB)
Unknown or Not Reported
0 Participants
n=5 Participants
0 Participants
n=7 Participants
0 Participants
n=5 Participants
Region of Enrollment
United States
82 Participants
n=5 Participants
88 Participants
n=7 Participants
170 Participants
n=5 Participants

PRIMARY outcome

Timeframe: Baseline to week 4, and Baseline to week 8

Population: Change in the Physical Component Score of the SF-36. Some subjects did not reach week 8 of the study, and not all subjects completed all information at all visits.

These data report changes in the mean scores in physical health symptoms at Week 8 Post-Randomization and Week 4 Post-Randomization, relative to Baseline. The SF-36 is a health survey with an 8-scale profile embedded in 36 questions that measures physical and mental components of health. Each item is scored on a 0 to 100 range, with the lowest and highest possible scores set at 0 and 100, respectively. All of these items are scored such that a high score defines a more favorable health state, and the Physical Component Score is an average of 4 of the 8 domains of the SF-36. Thus, positive changes in scores represent an improvement relative to baseline.

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
Pregnenolone (Arm 1)
n=66 Participants
Pregnenolone: Pregnenolone 50mg BID x 14 days, followed by Pregnenolone 150 x 14 days, followed by Pregnenolone 250 mg BID x 28 days
Placebo (Arm 2)
n=74 Participants
Placebo: Placebo 50mg BID x 14 days, followed by Placebo 150 x 14 days, followed by Placebo 250 mg BID x 28 days
Physical Component of the SF-36
Baseline to week 4
2.04 score on a scale
Standard Error 1.50
2.55 score on a scale
Standard Error 1.55
Physical Component of the SF-36
Baseline to week 8
1.23 score on a scale
Standard Error 1.68
4.45 score on a scale
Standard Error 1.75

SECONDARY outcome

Timeframe: Baseline to week 4, and Baseline to week 8

Population: Change in the average pain rating over the last 24 hours, and the magnitude of interference resulting from that pain. Some subjects did not reach week 8 of the study, and not all subjects completed all information at all visits.

These data report changes in the mean scores in pain symptoms at Week 8 Post-Randomization and Week 4 Post-Randomization, relative to Baseline. The Brief Pain Inventory is a 14-item self-report measure designed to assess the severity, frequency and daily pattern of pain, as well as its perceived interference with quality of life. Severity is measured on a 0-10 scale with 10 being the greatest pain. Interference score is measured by a mean score of 7 items (0-10 scale) with 10 being the greatest interference. Thus, negative changes in scores represent an improvement relative to baseline.

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
Pregnenolone (Arm 1)
n=68 Participants
Pregnenolone: Pregnenolone 50mg BID x 14 days, followed by Pregnenolone 150 x 14 days, followed by Pregnenolone 250 mg BID x 28 days
Placebo (Arm 2)
n=74 Participants
Placebo: Placebo 50mg BID x 14 days, followed by Placebo 150 x 14 days, followed by Placebo 250 mg BID x 28 days
Brief Pain Inventory (BPI)
Pain rating, Baseline to week 4
-0.44 score on a scale
Standard Error 0.14
-0.30 score on a scale
Standard Error 0.15
Brief Pain Inventory (BPI)
Pain rating, Baseline to week 8
-0.09 score on a scale
Standard Error 0.21
-0.11 score on a scale
Standard Error 0.22
Brief Pain Inventory (BPI)
Interference, Baseline to week 4
-0.03 score on a scale
Standard Error 0.22
0.00 score on a scale
Standard Error 0.21
Brief Pain Inventory (BPI)
Interference, Baseline to week 8
-0.19 score on a scale
Standard Error 0.25
-0.26 score on a scale
Standard Error 0.29

SECONDARY outcome

Timeframe: Baseline to week 4, and Baseline to week 8

Population: Change in the Tower of London Score of the BAC-A. Some subjects did not reach week 8 of the study.

These data report changes in the mean scores in cognitive symptoms at Week 8 Post-Randomization and Week 4 Post-Randomization, relative to Baseline. The Tower of London test assesses executive functioning on a scale of 0-20. (Note, if a perfect score of 20 occurs then there is the opportunity of 2 additional points, increasing the score to 22.) The higher the number, the higher the degree of executive functioning. Thus, positive changes in scores represent an improvement relative to baseline.

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
Pregnenolone (Arm 1)
n=68 Participants
Pregnenolone: Pregnenolone 50mg BID x 14 days, followed by Pregnenolone 150 x 14 days, followed by Pregnenolone 250 mg BID x 28 days
Placebo (Arm 2)
n=74 Participants
Placebo: Placebo 50mg BID x 14 days, followed by Placebo 150 x 14 days, followed by Placebo 250 mg BID x 28 days
Tower of London Test of the Brief Assessment of Cognition in Affective Disorders (BAC-A)
Baseline to week 4
1.15 score on a scale
Standard Error 0.37
1.31 score on a scale
Standard Error 0.39
Tower of London Test of the Brief Assessment of Cognition in Affective Disorders (BAC-A)
Baseline to week 8
0.98 score on a scale
Standard Error 0.37
1.71 score on a scale
Standard Error 0.41

SECONDARY outcome

Timeframe: Baseline to week 4, and Baseline to week 8

Population: Total score of the MFI-20. Some subjects did not reach week 8 of the study, and not all subjects completed all information at all visits.

These data report changes in the mean scores in fatigue symptoms at Week 8 Post-Randomization and Week 4 Post-Randomization, relative to Baseline. The MFI is a 20-item self-report measure designed to assess the principal manifestations of fatigue. Items are rated on a 1-5 scale indicating how true each statement was for the respondent during the last week, with some questions scored in an inverse fashion in the final calculation of the score. The 20 items are then summed, with higher scores representing greater fatigue. Thus, negative changes in scores represent an improvement relative to baseline.

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
Pregnenolone (Arm 1)
n=68 Participants
Pregnenolone: Pregnenolone 50mg BID x 14 days, followed by Pregnenolone 150 x 14 days, followed by Pregnenolone 250 mg BID x 28 days
Placebo (Arm 2)
n=74 Participants
Placebo: Placebo 50mg BID x 14 days, followed by Placebo 150 x 14 days, followed by Placebo 250 mg BID x 28 days
Multidimensional Fatigue Inventory (MFI)
Baseline to week 4
-0.76 score on a scale
Standard Error 1.24
-0.27 score on a scale
Standard Error 1.04
Multidimensional Fatigue Inventory (MFI)
Baseline to week 8
-3.63 score on a scale
Standard Error 1.45
-3.22 score on a scale
Standard Error 1.18

SECONDARY outcome

Timeframe: Baseline to week 4, and Baseline to week 8

Population: Average Global Severity Index score of the SCL-90. Some subjects did not reach week 8 of the study, and not all subjects completed all information at all visits.

These data report changes in the mean scores in psychiatric symptoms at Week 8 Post-Randomization and Week 4 Post-Randomization, relative to Baseline. The SCL-90R is used as a screening measure of general psychiatric symptomatology. It includes dimensions measuring somatization, obsessive-compulsive, depression, anxiety, phobic anxiety, hostility, interpersonal sensitivity, paranoid ideation, and psychoticism. Global Severity Index (GSI) of the SCL-90R is designed to measure overall psychological distress. Higher scores reflect greater distress. This is a 90 item measure with each rated on a scale of 0-4, with 4 being the highest level of psychological distress for each item. Thus, negative changes in scores represent an improvement relative to baseline.

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
Pregnenolone (Arm 1)
n=68 Participants
Pregnenolone: Pregnenolone 50mg BID x 14 days, followed by Pregnenolone 150 x 14 days, followed by Pregnenolone 250 mg BID x 28 days
Placebo (Arm 2)
n=74 Participants
Placebo: Placebo 50mg BID x 14 days, followed by Placebo 150 x 14 days, followed by Placebo 250 mg BID x 28 days
Global Severity Index of the Symptom Checklist-90-Revised (SCL-90R)
Baseline to week 4
-0.12 score on a scale
Standard Error 0.04
-0.09 score on a scale
Standard Error 0.04
Global Severity Index of the Symptom Checklist-90-Revised (SCL-90R)
Baseline to week 8
-0.16 score on a scale
Standard Error 0.05
-0.15 score on a scale
Standard Error 0.05

Adverse Events

Pregnenolone (Arm 1)

Serious events: 1 serious events
Other events: 69 other events
Deaths: 1 deaths

Placebo (Arm 2)

Serious events: 0 serious events
Other events: 73 other events
Deaths: 0 deaths

Serious adverse events

Serious adverse events
Measure
Pregnenolone (Arm 1)
n=82 participants at risk
Pregnenolone: Pregnenolone 50mg BID x 14 days, followed by Pregnenolone 150 x 14 days, followed by Pregnenolone 250 mg BID x 28 days
Placebo (Arm 2)
n=88 participants at risk
Placebo: Placebo 50mg BID x 14 days, followed by Placebo 150 x 14 days, followed by Placebo 250 mg BID x 28 days
General disorders
Participant death by homicide
1.2%
1/82 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
0.00%
0/88 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).

Other adverse events

Other adverse events
Measure
Pregnenolone (Arm 1)
n=82 participants at risk
Pregnenolone: Pregnenolone 50mg BID x 14 days, followed by Pregnenolone 150 x 14 days, followed by Pregnenolone 250 mg BID x 28 days
Placebo (Arm 2)
n=88 participants at risk
Placebo: Placebo 50mg BID x 14 days, followed by Placebo 150 x 14 days, followed by Placebo 250 mg BID x 28 days
General disorders
Occurrence of Blank Stare
1.2%
1/82 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
0.00%
0/88 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
Musculoskeletal and connective tissue disorders
Myoclonus
8.5%
7/82 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
1.1%
1/88 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
Musculoskeletal and connective tissue disorders
Rigidity
2.4%
2/82 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
4.5%
4/88 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
General disorders
Fever
4.9%
4/82 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
5.7%
5/88 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
General disorders
Irritability
9.8%
8/82 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
15.9%
14/88 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
Blood and lymphatic system disorders
Cold Extremities
4.9%
4/82 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
13.6%
12/88 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
Cardiac disorders
Palpitations
6.1%
5/82 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
9.1%
8/88 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
Cardiac disorders
Tachycardia
3.7%
3/82 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
1.1%
1/88 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
Ear and labyrinth disorders
Tinnitus
13.4%
11/82 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
17.0%
15/88 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
Eye disorders
Blurred Vision
12.2%
10/82 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
21.6%
19/88 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
Gastrointestinal disorders
Diarrhea
29.3%
24/82 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
29.5%
26/88 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
Gastrointestinal disorders
Constipation
14.6%
12/82 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
19.3%
17/88 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
Gastrointestinal disorders
Nausea
18.3%
15/82 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
22.7%
20/88 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
Gastrointestinal disorders
Vomiting
6.1%
5/82 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
6.8%
6/88 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
General disorders
Restlessness
14.6%
12/82 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
15.9%
14/88 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
General disorders
Nasal Congestion
24.4%
20/82 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
37.5%
33/88 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
General disorders
Peripheral Edema
8.5%
7/82 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
9.1%
8/88 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
General disorders
Malaise
7.3%
6/82 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
2.3%
2/88 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
Musculoskeletal and connective tissue disorders
Cramps
22.0%
18/82 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
23.9%
21/88 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
Musculoskeletal and connective tissue disorders
Joint Pain/Stiffness
11.0%
9/82 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
6.8%
6/88 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
Musculoskeletal and connective tissue disorders
Muscle Pain/Stiffness
11.0%
9/82 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
12.5%
11/88 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
Musculoskeletal and connective tissue disorders
Akathisia
2.4%
2/82 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
5.7%
5/88 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
Musculoskeletal and connective tissue disorders
Increased Motor Activity
2.4%
2/82 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
0.00%
0/88 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
Musculoskeletal and connective tissue disorders
Muscle Twitching
2.4%
2/82 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
1.1%
1/88 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
Musculoskeletal and connective tissue disorders
Muscle Rigidity
1.2%
1/82 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
0.00%
0/88 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
Musculoskeletal and connective tissue disorders
Muscle Cramps
1.2%
1/82 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
1.1%
1/88 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
Musculoskeletal and connective tissue disorders
Leg Shaking
1.2%
1/82 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
0.00%
0/88 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
Nervous system disorders
Drowsiness
19.5%
16/82 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
23.9%
21/88 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
Nervous system disorders
Hypersomnia
1.2%
1/82 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
1.1%
1/88 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
Nervous system disorders
Insomnia
19.5%
16/82 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
15.9%
14/88 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
Nervous system disorders
Decreased Appetite
11.0%
9/82 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
15.9%
14/88 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
Nervous system disorders
Increased Appetite
9.8%
8/82 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
13.6%
12/88 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
Nervous system disorders
Dry Mouth
18.3%
15/82 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
25.0%
22/88 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
Nervous system disorders
Headache
34.1%
28/82 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
28.4%
25/88 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
Nervous system disorders
Migraine Headache
0.00%
0/82 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
1.1%
1/88 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
Nervous system disorders
Tremor
3.7%
3/82 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
2.3%
2/88 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
Nervous system disorders
Increased Salivation
6.1%
5/82 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
5.7%
5/88 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
Nervous system disorders
Dizziness
20.7%
17/82 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
19.3%
17/88 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
Nervous system disorders
Sweating
15.9%
13/82 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
14.8%
13/88 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
Nervous system disorders
Decreased Interest in Sex
3.7%
3/82 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
8.0%
7/88 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
Nervous system disorders
Impaired Sexual Performance
2.4%
2/82 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
10.2%
9/88 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
Nervous system disorders
Vertigo
6.1%
5/82 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
4.5%
4/88 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
Nervous system disorders
Excitement / Agitation
7.3%
6/82 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
4.5%
4/88 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
Nervous system disorders
Confusion
2.4%
2/82 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
3.4%
3/88 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
Nervous system disorders
Paresthesia
18.3%
15/82 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
11.4%
10/88 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
Renal and urinary disorders
Nocturnal/Enuresis
0.00%
0/82 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
1.1%
1/88 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
Renal and urinary disorders
Urinary Retention
3.7%
3/82 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
2.3%
2/88 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
Reproductive system and breast disorders
Menstrual Disturbance
3.7%
3/82 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
4.5%
4/88 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
Skin and subcutaneous tissue disorders
Dermatological
20.7%
17/82 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
21.6%
19/88 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
Gastrointestinal disorders
Change in Stool Color
0.00%
0/82 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
1.1%
1/88 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
Musculoskeletal and connective tissue disorders
Decreased Motor Activity
3.7%
3/82 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
2.3%
2/88 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
Musculoskeletal and connective tissue disorders
Pain / Stiffness
2.4%
2/82 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
8.0%
7/88 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
Nervous system disorders
Disorientation
4.9%
4/82 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
3.4%
3/88 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
Gastrointestinal disorders
Flatulence
1.2%
1/82 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
0.00%
0/88 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
Nervous system disorders
Forgetfulness
0.00%
0/82 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
1.1%
1/88 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
Cardiac disorders
Hypertension
2.4%
2/82 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).
0.00%
0/88 • Participants were followed for 10 weeks (or somewhat less if the participant was lost to follow-up or withdrawn during the study), with all subjects completed in a 4.5 year span.
Adverse events were assessed with a structured rating scale (Hillside) every two weeks at each study visit. In addition, this structured adverse event rating scale was administered during telephone check-in assessments in between each study visit (i.e. administered weekly, either in person or by phone).

Additional Information

Christine Marx, MD MA

Durham VA Medical Center

Phone: 919-286-0411

Results disclosure agreements

  • Principal investigator is a sponsor employee
  • Publication restrictions are in place