Description Module
The Description Module contains narrative descriptions of the clinical trial, including a brief summary and detailed description. These descriptions provide important information about the study's purpose, methodology, and key details in language accessible to both researchers and the general public.
Description Module path is as follows:
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Description Module
Ignite Creation Date:
2025-12-24 @ 9:19 PM
Ignite Modification Date:
2025-12-24 @ 9:19 PM
NCT ID:
NCT00027404
Brief Summary:
This is a study to determine the effect of fluoxetine in the treatment of adult autism and on functional ability and behavior associated with autism. Evidence suggests abnormal serotonin function in autism. Fluoxetine is a selective inhibitor of the serotonin transporter.
Detailed Description:
Eligible patients will undergo comprehensive evaluation. Informants familiar with the patient will also provide information. Patients will be randomized to receive treatment or placebo. During the 12-week treatment there will be weekly monitoring for the first 4 weeks and biweekly monitoring for the next 8 weeks. The drug dosage will be increased each week as tolerated by the patient. Serum levels of fluoxetine and norfluoxetine will be documented at Week 12.
Completion date provided represents the completion date of the grant per OOPD records
Study:
NCT00027404
Study Brief:
Protocol Section:
NCT00027404