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An Exploratory Single Blind Study of Ergoloid Mesylates, 5-Hydroxytryptophan, and the Combination in Adult Males With Fragile X Syndrome
In Brief
A Phase 2 clinical trial evaluating 5-Hydroxytryptophan, Ergoloid Mesylates, and 2 other interventions for Fragile X Syndrome. Completed, enrolled 15 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
The purpose of this study is to assess the safety, tolerability and efficacy of Ergoloid mesylates (EM) and 5-hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP) and the combination (EM + 5-HTP) compared to placebo in males aged 18-45 years old with Fragile X Syndrome.
Study Details
Timeline
Interventions
5-HTP will be over-encapsulated in identical size 00 capsules. During the 5-HTP Treatment Period (Period 3) and 5-HTP/EM Treatment Period (Period 2), subjects will take 1 capsule of 5-HTP 3 times per day.
Ergoloid mesylates 1 mg will be mixed with methyl cellulose and placed in a size 00 capsule. During the EM Treatment Period (Period 1) and 5-HTP/EM Treatment Period (Period 2), subjects will take 1 capsule of EM 3 times per day.
Matching placebo for Ergoloid mesylates will be ascorbic acid powder in identical size 00 capsules. During the 5-HTP Treatment Period (Period 3) and Placebo Treatment Period (Period 4), subjects will take 1 capsule of matching placebo for EM 3 times per day.
Matching placebo for 5-Hydroxytryptophan will be ascorbic acid powder in identical size 00 capsules. During the EM Treatment Period (Period 2) and Placebo Treatment Period (Period 4), subjects will take 1 capsule of matching placebo for 5-HTP 3 times per day.