Clinical trials: Sexual Function
Major Depressive Disorder
Impact of Transcutaneous Vagal Nerve Stimulation on Stress Response in Major Depression
This study will identify the sex-dependent impact of expiratory-gated transcutaneous vagus nerve stimulation (tVNS) on the modulation of the stress response circuitry and associated physiology in major depressive disorder (MDD).
- Trial name
- tVNS_MDD_Sex (NCT04448327)
- Testing
- active tVNS
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 62 people
- Sponsor
- Massachusetts General Hospital
HIV Infections
Antiviral Activity of Peg-IFN-Alpha-2A in Chronic HIV-1 Infection
The objective of the study is to compare two different doses of Peg-INF-α-2A (90 or 180 ug/wk) for their ability to maintain viral control when initiated 5 weeks before ART (antiretroviral therapy) interruption in HIV positive…
- Trial name
- NCT00594880
- Testing
- Pegylated Interferon-alpha 2a, 180 mcg/week sc, Pegylated Interferon-alpha 2a, 90 mcg/week sc
- Where
- 5 sites in United States
- Volunteers
- 23 people
- Sponsor
- The Wistar Institute
Prostatic Hyperplasia
Prospective Sexual Function Study for BPH Subjects
This is an European double-blind, placebo controlled parallel group comparison of DUODART (fixed dose combination of dutasteride 0.5mg and tamsulosin 0.4mg, one capsule daily) and placebo.
- Trial name
- NCT01777269
- Testing
- Dutasteride plus tamsulosin
- Where
- 67 sites in Australia, France and 5 more
- Volunteers
- 489 people
- Sponsor
- GlaxoSmithKline
Hiv
The Effect on Lipid Profile of Switching to Delstrigo in HIV Positive Patients
This is an open label, randomised, two-arm switch study over 48 weeks in which virally suppressed participants on a stable combined ART regimen will be randomised (1:1) to an immediate switch to 3TC/TDF/DOR (immediate switch arm…
- Trial name
- META-D (NCT05289986)
- Testing
- DELSTRIGO 100Mg-300Mg-300Mg Tablet
- Where
- 2 sites in United Kingdom
- Volunteers
- 19 people
- Sponsor
- Chelsea and Westminster NHS Foundation Trust
Penile Cancer, Erectile Dysfunction
Pharmacological Penile Rehabilitation in the Preservation of Erectile Function Following Bilateral Nerve-Sparing Radical Prostatectomy
When a bilateral nerve-sparing radical prostatectomy (RP) is performed, recovery of erectile function (rigid erections) is reported for up to 80% of patients, who are less than 60 years old.
- Conditions
- Penile Cancer, Erectile Dysfunction, Radical Prostatectomy
- Trial name
- NCT00955929
- Testing
- Sildenafil and questionnaire, Trimix combination (Papavarine 30mg/mL Phentholamine 1mg/mL Prostaglandin E1 10 mcg/mmL) and questionnaires
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 76 people
- Sponsor
- Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
Spinal Cord Injuries
Recovery of Bladder and Sexual Function After Spinal Cord Injury
Bladder and sexual dysfunction consistently ranks as one of the top disorders affecting quality of life after spinal cord injury.
- Trial name
- NCT03036527
- Testing
- Activity-based locomotor training, Activity-based stand training, Activity-based upper arm ergometry
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 40 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of Louisville
HIV Infections
Safety and Effectiveness of Low-Dose Methotrexate for Reducing Inflammation in HIV-Infected Adults on ARV Medications
People with HIV infection who are taking antiretroviral therapy (ART) could be at risk for cardiovascular disease (CVD), which can be caused by inflammation.
- Trial name
- NCT01949116
- Testing
- LDMTX, Folic acid
- Where
- 22 sites in United States
- Volunteers
- 176 people
- Sponsor
- National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
Prostate Cancer, Erectile Dysfunction Following Radical Prostatectomy
Improving Erectile Function and Quality of Life After Prostate Cancer Treatment
This is a research study of erectile dysfunction (ED) in men diagnosed with prostate cancer. 144 patients and partners will participate in the study.
- Conditions
- Prostate Cancer, Erectile Dysfunction Following Radical Prostatectomy, Erectile Dysfunction Following Simple Prostatectomy, Erectile Dysfunction
- Trial name
- NCT01996852
- Testing
- Cognitive-behavioral Meetings, sildenafil citrate, Vacuum Constriction Device
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 34 people
- Sponsor
- Case Comprehensive Cancer Center
Endothelial Function, Lipids
Effects of Etravirine on Endothelial Function in HIV-uninfected Adults: A Pilot Study
The purpose of this study is to determine the safety and effects of etravirine, an HIV antiretroviral medication, on vascular function.
- Conditions
- Endothelial Function, Lipids, Insulin Resistance, Inflammation
- Trial name
- NCT00871234
- Testing
- Etravirine
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 28 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Indiana University
HIV Infections
Heart Function in HIV-Negative Children Exposed to HIV and HAART
HIV-uninfected children born to HIV+ women have low level heart problems at birth which may predispose them to heart failure, arrythmias and heart attack later in life.
- Trial name
- NCT01107834
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 60 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Washington University School of Medicine
Treatment Outcome
Vortioxetine (Lu AA21004) 10 and 20 mg for Treatment of Major Depressive Disorder With Sexual Dysfunction
The purpose of this study is to evaluate the effects of Vortioxetine (Lu AA21004), once daily (QD), compared with escitalopram on sexual functioning.
- Trial name
- NCT01364649
- Testing
- Vortioxetine, Escitalopram
- Where
- 62 sites in United States, Canada
- Volunteers
- 447 people
- Sponsor
- Takeda
Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) Infection
Pharmacokinetics, Safety And Toleration Of Maraviroc Administered To Subjects With Various Degrees Of Renal Impaired And Normal Renal Function
The purpose of this study is to assess whether a dosing adjustment is needed in patients with renal impairment.
- Trial name
- NCT00717067
- Testing
- Maraviroc, Ritonavir, Saquinavir
- Where
- 2 sites in Germany
- Volunteers
- 30 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- ViiV Healthcare
Healthy
Effect of Antidepressants on Sex Hormone Levels and Sexual Functioning
This study will evaluate the effect of antidepressants on sex hormone levels in women and if the potential changes in sex hormone levels are related to sexual side effects.
- Trial name
- NCT00611975
- Testing
- Fluoxetine, Bupropion
- Volunteers
- 83 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Weill Medical College of Cornell University
Human Immunodeficiency Virus, Coronary Artery Disease
Effect of Evolocumab on Coronary Endothelial Function
The investigators propose a pilot study using (1) MRI to assess coronary artery endothelial function, (2) brachial ultrasound to assess systemic endothelial function, (3) serum markers of inflammation and of endothelial cell…
- Trial name
- EVOLVE (NCT03500302)
- Testing
- Evolocumab
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 19 people
- Sponsor
- Johns Hopkins University
Breast Cancer, Vaginal Dryness
Breast Cancer, Aromatase Inhibitor Therapy, and Sexual Functioning: The Effects of Vaginal Testosterone Therapy
It is well documented that women who have breast cancer may experience a decrease in quality of life and sexual functioning due to side effects from adjuvant endocrine therapy, typically aromatase inhibitors (AIs).
- Conditions
- Breast Cancer, Vaginal Dryness, Dyspareunia, Sexual Health Quality of Life
- Trial name
- NCT01697345
- Testing
- Testosterone
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 12 people
- Sponsor
- Creighton University
Uveitis, Iritis
Retinal OCT and (mfERG) Related to Age, Sex, and the Use of Anti-inflammatory Medications
Retinal optical coherence tomography (OCT) is an established technology which enables a detailed cross-sectional visualization of the retinal micro-anatomy, and an objective measurement of its thickness in-vivo.
- Conditions
- Uveitis, Iritis, Iridocyclitis, Anterior Uveitis
- Trial name
- NCT00476593
- Testing
- Diclofenac, Dexamethasone
- Where
- 2 sites in Norway
- Volunteers
- 218 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Norwegian University of Science and Technology
Vaginal Atrophy
Vaginal Estrogen on Postpartum Atrophy, Perineal Pain, and Sexual Function
Pilot randomized, placebo-controlled trial of nulliparous postpartum women with a perineal laceration following a term vaginal delivery comparing vulvovaginal atrophy symptoms between women using vaginal estrogen in the…
- Trial name
- NCT03493126
- Testing
- Estradiol
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 59 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Ohio State University
Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder
Role of the Melanocortin-4 Receptor in Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder
A randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled, two-way crossover physiological study. Designed to evaluate the effects of melanocortin-4 receptor (MC4R) activation on brain activity patterns and behavioural psychometric measures…
- Trial name
- NCT04179734
- Testing
- Bremelanotide
- Where
- United Kingdom
- Volunteers
- 40 people
- Sponsor
- Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust
HIV Infection, Inflammation
Effect of Raltegravir on Endothelial Function in HIV-Infected Patients
Recent studies suggest that HIV patients are at increased risk for cardiovascular events; however, the mechanisms underlying this increased risk remain unclear.
- Conditions
- HIV Infection, Inflammation, Cardiovascular Disease, HIV Infections
- Trial name
- NCT00843713
- Testing
- raltegravir
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 56 people
- Sponsor
- University of California, San Francisco
Erectile Dysfunction
A Study of Tadalafil After Radical Prostatectomy
The study will include patients with localized prostate cancer who experience erectile dysfunction following bilateral nerve-sparing radical prostatectomy.
- Trial name
- REACTT (NCT01026818)
- Testing
- Tadalafil
- Where
- 52 sites in Belgium, Canada and 8 more
- Volunteers
- 583 people
- Sponsor
- Eli Lilly and Company