Taurine as an Anti-Manic Agent: A Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Study
Launched by MCLEAN HOSPITAL · Sep 15, 2005
Trial Information
Current as of June 24, 2025
Completed
Keywords
ClinConnect Summary
Taurine is an amino acid that has some actions similar to mood stabilizers. Taurine is widely sold as a component of over-the-counter mood enhancing agents. However, controlled studies examining the mood effects of taurine are limited. An initial study in this laboratory looked at taurine's mood effects in individuals with bipolar disorder. This follow-up study is designed to further examine taurine's effects on manic symptoms. Subjects in the current follow-up study will add taurine or placebo to their current treatment regimen. Both depressive and manic symptoms will be tracked for three ...
Gender
ALL
Eligibility criteria
- Inclusion Criteria:
- • bipolar disorder, type I bipolar disorder, type II mania hypomania mixed manic symptoms
- Exclusion Criteria:
- • significant medical or psychiatric co-morbidity pregnancy or planning pregnancy current substance abuse or dependence
- • -
About Mclean Hospital
McLean Hospital, a leading psychiatric affiliate of Harvard Medical School, is dedicated to advancing mental health care through innovative research and clinical trials. Renowned for its commitment to scientific excellence, McLean harnesses a multidisciplinary approach to address a wide range of psychiatric disorders, including depression, anxiety, and schizophrenia. With state-of-the-art facilities and a team of expert clinicians and researchers, the hospital aims to develop effective treatment strategies and improve patient outcomes. Its robust clinical trial program fosters collaboration and contributes to the broader understanding of mental health, ultimately enhancing therapeutic options for individuals in need.
Contacts
Jennifer Cobb
Immunology at National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
Locations
Belmont, Massachusetts, United States
Patients applied
Trial Officials
Beth L Murphy, MD, PhD
Principal Investigator
Mclean Hospital
Timeline
First submit
Trial launched
Trial updated
Estimated completion
Not reported
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