RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT06772220

Pilot Study of Open Label Homocysteine Management Therapy in Levodopa-treated Parkinson's Disease


Sponsor

Oregon Health and Science University

Enrollment

150 participants

Start Date

Mar 5, 2024

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Summary

This is a research study investigating elevated homocysteine in the blood of patients with Parkinson's disease who are currently receiving treatment with levodopa. We are evaluating if elevated homocysteine can be corrected using open label B vitamin therapy, as well as the impact of homocysteine levels on cognitive function.


Eligibility

Min Age: 40 YearsMax Age: 90 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This pilot study is testing whether a treatment to lower homocysteine levels (an amino acid that can be elevated as a side effect of levodopa, a common Parkinson's drug) helps improve thinking, memory, and quality of life in people with Parkinson's disease who take levodopa. **You may be eligible if...** - You have been diagnosed with probable Parkinson's disease - You currently take levodopa at a dose of at least 300 mg per day - You scored at least 15 on a cognitive screening test (Montreal Cognitive Assessment) - You are 40–90 years old - Your kidneys are functioning adequately - You do not have uncontrolled high blood pressure **You may NOT be eligible if...** - You have severe cognitive impairment (score below 15 on cognitive screening) - You have significant kidney disease - You are unable to provide informed consent Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.

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Interventions

DIETARY_SUPPLEMENTFolic Acid 1 MG

Folic Acid 1mg per day

DIETARY_SUPPLEMENTVitamin B6 25 MG

Vitamin B6, 25mg per day

DIETARY_SUPPLEMENTVitamin B12

Vitamin B12, 1,000 ug per day


Locations(1)

Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU)

Portland, Oregon, United States

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