Status:

COMPLETED

Pupillary Changes as a Potential Biomarker for Escitalopram in Relation to CYP2C19 Polymorphism

Lead Sponsor:

University of Southern Denmark

Collaborating Sponsors:

H. Lundbeck A/S

Conditions:

Healthy

Eligibility:

All Genders

18-45 years

Phase:

PHASE4

Brief Summary

To study the impact of CYP2C19 polymorphism on escitalopram pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics measured as changes in pupil diameter

Detailed Description

Escitalopram, the therapeutic active S-enantiomer of citalopram, is a selective serotonine reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) used for treatment of depression and anxiety disorders. The antidepressant effect i...

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion

  • Healthy volunteer
  • Age: 18-45 years
  • Phenotyped for CYP2C19 activity

Exclusion

  • Drug or alcohol abuse
  • Allergy towards escitalopram

Key Trial Info

Start Date :

December 1 2006

Trial Type :

INTERVENTIONAL

Allocation :

ESTIMATED

End Date :

October 1 2007

Estimated Enrollment :

16 Patients enrolled

Trial Details

Trial ID

NCT00397059

Start Date

December 1 2006

End Date

October 1 2007

Last Update

February 6 2008

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Clinical Pharmacology, University of Southern Denmark

Odense, Denmark, DK-5000