At a glance
ClinicalIndex Comparison RecordStandardized by ClinicalIndex from the ClinicalTrials.gov record · verify against the source.
A Controlled Trial of Sertraline in Young Children With Fragile X Syndrome
In Brief
A Phase 2 clinical trial evaluating Sertraline and Placebo for Fragile X Syndrome. Completed, enrolled 57 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
This study is a control trial of sertraline (Zoloft) in fragile X syndrome children aged 2 years to 5 years 8 months old. The trial is six months long, and each participant will receive a series of tests at both the beginning and end of the study. The researchers hope to show improvements in language and a decrease in autistic symptoms.
Study Details
Timeline
Interventions
Liquid sertraline (20 mg/mL) will be dosed in an age-dependent manner. Participants aged 2-3 years of age will be given 2.5 mg (0.125 mL) of liquid sertraline once per day for a period of six months. Participants aged 4 years to 5 years 8 months will be given 5 mg (0.25 mL) of liquid sertraline once per day for a period of six months.
The placebo will be dosed in an age-dependent manner. Participants aged 2-3 years of age will be given 2.5 mg (0.125 mL) of liquid placebo once per day for a period of six months. Participants aged 4 years to 5 years 8 months will be given 5 mg (0.25 mL) of liquid placebo once per day for a period of six months.