RecruitingPhase 4ACTRN12608000537358

Metabolic effects of oestrogen compounds in men with low testosterone

Metabolic effects of SERMs (Selective Oestrogen Receptor Modulators) in hypogonadal men


Sponsor

Department of Endocrinology, St Vincent's Hospital

Enrollment

24 participants

Start Date

Feb 6, 2008

Study Type

Interventional

Conditions

Summary

We aim to investigate the effects of raloxifene (SERM) in hypogonadal men on the growth hormone system and metabolism.


Eligibility

Sex: MalesMin Age: 40 YearssMax Age: 80 Yearss

Inclusion Criteria1

  • Hypogonadism (prostate cancer patients on androgen deprivation therapy for at least 6 months)

Exclusion Criteria1

  • Androgen deprivation for less than 6 months, metastasis, cancer in other tissues than prostate, diabetes, kidney and liver disease, deep vein thrombosis

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Interventions

Raloxifene (120 mg) as 2 oral tablets a day for 6 months

Raloxifene (120 mg) as 2 oral tablets a day for 6 months


Locations(1)

Australia

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