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Omega-3 for Depression
Study Summary
This trial will assess if adding omega-3 fatty acids to antidepressant treatment can reduce inflammation and improve depression symptoms in people who haven't responded to standard treatment.
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- I have depression and haven't improved after 2-5 treatments.I started psychotherapy within the last 90 days.I've been taking over 1g/day of omega-3 supplements for 6 weeks during my current depression episode.I am between 18 and 65 years old.I have depression that hasn't improved after 2-5 treatments.I haven't taken any psychotropic drugs in the last 2 weeks, except for my regular antidepressants or sleep aids.I have a history of heart issues, stroke, high blood pressure, specific digestive system conditions, or I'm taking certain medications for GI transit.My depression is moderate to severe, without much improvement recently.I am currently taking antipsychotic medications or lithium.I had a bad reaction or no improvement from omega-3 treatments.I've tried more than 5 different antidepressants without improvement.I have undergone electroconvulsive therapy recently.I have received ketamine therapy in the last 90 days.I am not taking NSAIDs, steroids, or other listed drugs regularly.I am 18 years old or older.Your hs-CRP level is between 3 mg/L and 10 mg/L.You have a body mass index (BMI) above 25, which may indicate being overweight.
- Group 1: Omega-3
- Group 2: Placebo
- Screening: It may take up to 3 Weeks to process to see if you qualify in this trial.
- Treatment: The duration you will receive the treatment varies.
- Follow Ups: You may be asked to continue sharing information regarding the trial for 6 Months after you stop receiving the treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this trial accommodating for senior citizens?
"This clinical trial is for individuals aged 18 to 85. However, there are 274 trials specifically designed for people who fall under the age of majority and 1469 studies dedicated to those over 65 years old."
Does this clinical research have any open positions?
"The posted clinical trial is not presently recruiting any participants, as indicated from its latest update on the 16th of March 2023. Nevertheless, there are 2013 other medical studies available that are currently enrolling patients."
Has Omega-3 received authorization from the US Food & Drug Administration?
"Although there is limited evidence of Omega-3's efficacy, clinical data has confirmed its safety and thus it earned a score of 2."
Would I pass the criteria to participate in this trial?
"For admittance into this research, potential participants must have evidence of inflammation and fall in the age range between 18 to 85. This clinical trial aims to receive about 90 test subjects."
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