Status:
TERMINATED
Effect of Oral 5-HTP Intake on Urinary 5-HIAA Excretion
Lead Sponsor:
University of Western Ontario, Canada
Conditions:
Carcinoid Tumors
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Eligibility:
All Genders
18+ years
Phase:
PHASE3
Brief Summary
This is a research study looking at the effect of 5-Hydroxy Tryptophan (5-HTP) on urine excretion of 5-Hydroxyindolacetic acid (5-HIAA). 5-HTP is a common over the counter product that is sold in natu...
Detailed Description
5-HTP is a common over the counter product that is sold in natural food stores and via the Internet. It is claimed to improve sleep problems, depression, anxiety, compulsive disorders, restless leg sy...
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion
- 18 years and older
- in good health
Exclusion
- Pregnancy
- Intake of drugs that affect 5-HIAA excretion in urine
- Anti-depressants
- Participation in other studies
Key Trial Info
Start Date :
May 1 2005
Trial Type :
INTERVENTIONAL
End Date :
September 1 2005
Estimated Enrollment :
8 Patients enrolled
Trial Details
Trial ID
NCT00227136
Start Date
May 1 2005
End Date
September 1 2005
Last Update
April 13 2018
Active Locations (1)
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St. Joseph's Health Care
London, Ontario, Canada, N6A 4V2