Adjunctive Treatment With L-methylfolate for Treatment-Resistant Generalized Anxiety Disorder: a Pilot Study
PSIY-744-23: Adjunctive Treatment With L-methylfolate for Treatment-Resistant Generalized Anxiety Disorder: a Pilot Study
Queen's University
10 participants
Oct 22, 2024
INTERVENTIONAL
Conditions
Summary
The goal of this feasibility study is to determine the tolerability and safety of add on treatment with L-methylfolate in patients with treatment-resistant generalized anxiety disorder (GAD). The primary objective is to monitor for side effects and other risks associated with the treatment. Secondary objectives are to compare the severity of symptoms, serum levels of folate, vitamin B12, C-reactive protein, homocysteine, tumor necrosis factor alpha and interleukin 6 before and after treatment. Participants will continue with their usual treatment for GAD and receive add on treatment with L-methylfolate 15 mg per day for 8 weeks. All participants will receive the same intervention.
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Interventions
Oral administration of L-methylfolate 15 mg per day for 8 weeks. The study drug will be given in addition to the standard of care (SOC) for GAD.
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NCT06218030