A Study to Evaluate Efficacy, Safety and Tolerability of a Medication in Patients With Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)
Purpose
The purpose of this study is to investigate a new therapy for the improvement of skeletal muscle function in conditions associated with muscle weakness or fatigue such as Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS). Participants will receive the study drug or a placebo.
Procedures
- Approximately 7 study visits over 18 weeks
- Participants will take a study drug or a placebo
- Visits will consist of questionnaires, medical exams, muscle strength tests, blood draws, urine collection, an an electrocardiogram (ECG)
Eligibility
- Diagnosis of ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis)
Age
Gender
Monetary compensation
Can be done from home
Keywords
Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), Neurology, Neuromuscular Disorders, Motor neuron disease, Lou Gehrig diseasePrincipal Investigator
James Wymer, MDDepartment
Contact Information
rebecca.dettorre@neurology.ufl.edu
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