At a glance
ClinicalIndex Comparison RecordPhase 4Completed· 35 enrolled
Drug / intervention
Memantine +1 moredrug
Likely dose
Memantine 10 mg daily, increased to 10 mg twice dailyAI-extracted
Key inclusion· 2
- ✓Admission to a skilled nursing facility for rehabilitation within 3 months of a recent disabling medical event (e.g., hip fracture)
- ✓Medically stable, with no active seizures, delirium, or unstable vital signs
Key exclusion· 8
- ✕Aphasia or cognitive impairment severe enough to prevent valid assessment (e.g., MMSE score <22)
- ✕Current major depressive episode
- ✕History of or current psychosis or mania
- ✕Current substance or alcohol abuse or dependence within 3 months of study entry
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Memantine for Enhancement of Rehabilitation Efficacy and Prevention of Major Depressive Disorder in Older Adults
In Brief
A Phase 4 clinical trial evaluating Memantine and Placebo for Depression. Completed, enrolled 35 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
This study will evaluate the effectiveness of memantine in improving rehabilitation outcomes and preventing major depressive disorder in older adults who have been admitted to a rehabilitation hospital for a hip fracture or cardiopulmonary condition.
Study Details
Study Typeinterventional
Allocation--
Masking--
Primary Purpose--
ConditionsDepression
CountriesUnited States
CollaboratorsNational Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)
Timeline
Phase 4CompletedFinished
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Enrollment StartAug 2005
First PostedSep 2005
Primary CompletionJun 2009
TodayJul 2026
First PostedSep 16, 2005
Enrollment StartAug 1, 2005
Primary CompletionJun 1, 2009
TodayJul 2, 2026
Enrollment to primary: 3.8 yearsPosted 20.8 years ago
Interventions
Memantinedrug
Memantine dosage is started at 10 mg daily and is increased at Week 1 as tolerated to 10 mg two times a day.
Placeboother
Placebo distribution is planned to mimic the active drug.