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Systematic Assessment of Response to Open-label Treatment With Varenicline in Depressed Outpatient Smokers
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating fixed dose varenicline and varenicline for Depressive Disorder and Smoking. Completed, enrolled 18 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
This study will assess whether varenicline (chantix) has antidepressant properties when used in addition to other psychiatric medication. It will also assess whether varenicline improves the inability to feel pleasure (i.e. anhedonia), and if it is well-tolerated when used with psychiatric medications. Enrolled patients will be assessed for improved mood, improved anhedonia, overall sense of health, side effects as well as tobacco use for 6-8 weeks. Medication will be provided free of charge.
Study Details
Timeline
Interventions
varenicline 0.5 mg po daily for days 1-3, 0.5 twice daily for days 4-7, 1 mg twice daily thereafter for study duration.
up to 1 mg twice daily