Vanderbilt Kennedy Center

Medication Study for Adolescents and Adults with Fragile X

Last Updated: Wednesday, January 16, 2013

Principal Investigator: Jeremy M. Veenstra-VanderWeele, M.D.

Other researchers: Cassandra Newsom, PhD Kevin Sanders, MD

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Description

Do you have a family member that has been diagnosed with Fragile X Syndrome?

We invite adults age 16– 50 for a study using an investigational drug. The purpose of the study is to try and find out if this medication is safe and helpful for patients with Fragile X syndrome. This is a randomized, double-blind, 12- week, parallel group, placebo controlled study of the efficacy and safety of RO4917523 in patients with Fragile X syndrome.

You will be asked to come for 7 visits to Vanderbilt University in Nashville, TN. to take part in this research study. A blood draw is required at 7 separate visits.

Participant Criteria

Adults age 16– 50 with Fragile X for a study using an investigational drug.

Compensation

Evaluations, study visits, and study drug are provided at no cost. Compensation for transportation will be provided.

Visit Requirements

7 visits to Vanderbilt University in Nashville, TN.

Brochure

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Contact Information

Sarah Marler
615-936-3288
sarah.marler@vanderbilt.edu

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