Clinical trials: Adrenergic Beta-Antagonists
Hyperalgesia
Study on the Effect of a Beta Blocker on Increased Sensitivity to Pain in Humans Caused by Opioids
This research study explores whether a beta-blocker (propranolol) can prevent a person from becoming more sensitive to pain after administration of an opioid (remifentanil).
- Trial name
- NCT01222091
- Testing
- Propranolol, Remifentanil
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 10 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Stanford University
Acute Myocardial Infarction (AMI)
HMO Research Network CERT: Acute Myocardial Infarction
The primary goal of this study is to evaluate the effectiveness of direct-to-patient mailings designed to increase patient's adherence to prescribed beta-blockers following an acute myocardial infarction (AMI).
- Trial name
- NCT00211172
- Testing
- Beta-blocker adherence after an AMI
- Where
- 4 sites in United States
- Volunteers
- 836 people
- Sponsor
- Kaiser Permanente
Pre-hypertension, Hypertension
Effects of the Beta-blocker Nebivolol (Bystolic) on Subjects With High Normal Blood Pressure and/or a Family History of Hypertension
The investigators aim to evaluate subjects at high risk of future development of hypertension, those with a family history of hypertension and/or that already have high normal(SBP 120-139 mmHg or DBP 80-89 mmHg) blood pressure.
- Trial name
- NCT01202175
- Testing
- Nebivolol
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 50 people
- Sponsor
- University of California, San Diego
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
Effectiveness of Propranolol For Treating People With Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
This study will evaluate the effectiveness of propranolol in reducing symptoms of distress in people with post-traumatic stress disorder.
- Trial name
- NCT00648375
- Testing
- Propanolol, Cognitive therapy workbook
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 12 people
- Sponsor
- Weill Medical College of Cornell University
Chronic Diabetic Foot Ulcers, Diabetic Neuropathic Ulcers
Beta Adrenergic Antagonist for the Healing of Chronic DFU
One in four Veterans is affected by diabetes and will develop a diabetic foot ulcer. Diabetic ulcers are very challenging to manage and are the most common cause of leg amputation.
- Conditions
- Chronic Diabetic Foot Ulcers, Diabetic Neuropathic Ulcers, Non Healing Wound
- Trial name
- BAART-DFU (NCT03282981)
- Testing
- Timolol, Non biologically active gel
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 48 people
- Sponsor
- VA Office of Research and Development
Cardiac Arrest, Sudden Cardiac Death
Treatment of Ventricular Tachyarrhythmias Refractory To Shock With Beta Blockers: The SHOCK and BLOCK Trial
The purpose of this research study is to evaluate the effectiveness of metoprolol, a "beta blocker," in treating patients in the hospital with a cardiac arrest. It will be given intravenously (given into a vein).
- Conditions
- Cardiac Arrest, Sudden Cardiac Death, Ventricular Fibrillation, Tachycardia, Ventricular
- Trial name
- Shock n Block (NCT00401882)
- Testing
- Epinephrine, Metoprolol
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 7 people
- Sponsor
- David Haines, MD
Peripheral Artery Disease, Hypertension
Comparison of 2 Beta Blocker Drugs on Peripheral Arterial Disease in Patients With High Blood Pressure
This is a 26-week, prospective double-blind, randomized pilot trial of nebivolol versus an active control, metoprolol succinate, in patients with established lower-extremity peripheral artery disease, hypertension, and at least…
- Trial name
- ENCOMPASS (NCT01499134)
- Testing
- nebivolol, Metoprolol succinate
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 17 people
- Sponsor
- Thomas Jefferson University
Adrenergic Beta-Receptor Blockader, Troponin Levels
Pilot - Peri-operative Beta Blockade
Perioperative cardiac adverse events [heart injuries caused by general anesthesia and surgical procedures] are a significant public health issue, with more than 60,000 deaths per annum in patients having surgery for non-heart…
- Conditions
- Adrenergic Beta-Receptor Blockader, Troponin Levels, Cardiomyopathy, Post-surgical
- Trial name
- NCT02746575
- Testing
- metoprolol
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 70 people
- Sponsor
- Washington University School of Medicine
Diabetes Mellitus, Type 2, Hypertension
Vascular Benefits of Adding CarvedilolCR to Type2 Diabetic Patients on ACEI.
To determine whether addition of Carvedilol CR to diabetic patients with hypertension who are receiving the ACEi,Lisinopril,will provide added benefits to blood vessels when compared to treatment with Lisinopril alone.It is…
- Trial name
- NCT00430040
- Testing
- Carvedilol Controlled Release (CR), lisinopril
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 14 people
- Sponsor
- University at Buffalo
Brain Injuries, Craniocerebral Trauma
DASH After TBI Study: Decreasing Adrenergic or Sympathetic Hyperactivity After Traumatic Brain Injury
The investigators intend to determine the effect of adrenergic blockade on 1) short-term physiology, behavior, and cognition and 2) long-term neuropsychological outcomes after severe Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI).
- Conditions
- Brain Injuries, Craniocerebral Trauma, Trauma, Nervous System, Traumatic Brain Injury
- Trial name
- NCT01322048
- Testing
- IV Propranolol and Per Tube Clonidine
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 48 people
- Sponsor
- Vanderbilt University
Heart Failure With Preserved Ejection Fraction, Hypertension
BLOCKade of Calcium Channels and Beta Adrenergic Receptors for the Treatment of Hypertension in HFpEF
Heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF) is a critical public health problem. Heart failure (HF) affects over 5 million adults in the United States (US), and is a major source of morbidity, mortality, and impaired…
- Trial name
- BLOCK HFpEF (NCT04434664)
- Testing
- Amlodipine Besylate, Metoprolol Succinate
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 50 people
- Sponsor
- University of Pennsylvania
Diabetes Mellitus, Type 2
Examining Genetic Influence on Response to Beta-Blocker Medications in People With Type 2 Diabetes
Beta-blockers are medications used to treat cardiovascular disease (CVD) symptoms, including high blood pressure and chest pain.
- Trial name
- NCT00925119
- Testing
- Atenolol
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 31 people
- Sponsor
- University of Maryland, Baltimore
Glaucoma
Safety and Efficacy of Changing to DuoTrav in Patients Uncontrolled on Timolol
The purpose of this study was to assess the safety and intraocular pressure (IOP)-lowering efficacy of changing to DuoTrav® from prior timolol 0.5% monotherapy in participants with open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension.
- Trial name
- NCT01336569
- Testing
- Travoprost 0.004%/timolol maleate 0.5% fixed combination
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 50 people
- Sponsor
- Alcon Research
Hypertension
Comparing the Effects of Two Beta Blockers,Metoprolol and Nebivolol,on Ambulatory Blood Pressure and Basal Metabolic Rate
The purpose of the study is to compare the effects of nebivolol and metoprolol on 24-hour ambulatory blood pressure characteristics and basal metabolic rates in patients with hypertension.
- Trial name
- NCT00849810
- Testing
- Metoprolol, Nebivolol
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 1 people
- Sponsor
- University of Mississippi Medical Center
Idiopathic Dilated Cardiomyopathy
Effect of Beta-blockers on Structural Remodeling and Gene Expression in the Failing Human Heart
The primary goal of the study is to measure in the intact human heart, the alterations in gene expression over time that are associated with reverse remodeling in response to β-blockade.
- Trial name
- BORG (NCT01798992)
- Testing
- Carvedilol, Metoprolol succinate, Metoprolol succinate + doxazosin
- Where
- 2 sites in United States
- Volunteers
- 56 people
- Sponsor
- University of Colorado, Denver
Cardiac Disease
Beta Blockers and Angiotensin Receptor Blockers in Bicuspid Aortic Valve Disease Aortopathy (BAV Study)
The purpose of this study is to determine whether long-term treatment with a beta-blocker (BB) such as atenolol and/or an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB) such as telmisartan, given to adult patients with bicuspid aortic valve…
- Trial name
- BAV (NCT01202721)
- Testing
- Atenolol, Telmisartan
- Where
- 13 sites in Canada
- Volunteers
- 85 people
- Sponsor
- Hamilton Health Sciences Corporation
Hereditary Angioedema (HAE)
Open-label, Single-arm Study to Assess the Pharmacokinetics, Safety, and Tolerability of a Single Subcutaneous Dose of Icatibant in Healthy Japanese Volunteers
This is a single-dose study to evaluate the pharmacokinetics, safety, and tolerability of icatibant administered to adult Japanese subjects.
- Trial name
- NCT02045264
- Testing
- Icatibant (30 mg)
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 12 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Shire
Hypertension
Study to Evaluate Symptoms in Patients Treated With Nebivolol or Metoprolol Extended-release (ER) for Hypertension
The purpose of this study was to compare the tolerability of nebivolol to metoprolol ER in a general population of patients with mild to moderate hypertension receiving hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ)
- Trial name
- NCT00547300
- Testing
- Metoprolol ER, Nebivolol
- Where
- 24 sites in United States
- Volunteers
- 49 people
- Sponsor
- Forest Laboratories
Laminectomy
Esmolol Infusion During Laminectomy: Effect on Quality of Recovery
The purpose of this study is to evaluate the effects of esmolol, a drug which is commonly administered during surgery to help control blood pressure and heart rate, on postoperative pain levels and requirements for pain…
- Trial name
- NCT01179113
- Testing
- Esmolol, Saline
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 33 people
- Sponsor
- Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Open Angle Glaucoma, Ocular Hypertension
Efficacy of Travoprost/Timolol for Uncontrolled Intraocular Pressure
The purpose of this study is to demonstrate superior intraocular pressure (IOP) control with travoprost 0.004% / timolol 0.5% compared to beta-blocker monotherapy in participants with open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension.
- Trial name
- NCT02003391
- Testing
- Beta-blocker monotherapy, Travoprost 0.004% / timolol 0.5% fixed combination ophthalmic solution
- Volunteers
- 157 people
- Sponsor
- Alcon Research