Cannabis Treatment for Pain and Mood Issues in Cancer

Cannabis for Palliative Care in Cancer

Recruiting Phase 2 Interventional Study
Sleep Anxiety Depression Pain
Prior Safety Data This treatment has already been tested in at least one earlier human trial.
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At a Glance
Age
25 and older
Sex
Any
Trial phase
Phase 2
Study type
Interventional
Purpose
Treatment
Participants needed
185 (estimated)
Sponsor
University of Colorado, Boulder · Other
Who this trial is looking for

This trial is looking for cancer patients aged 25 and older who are experiencing pain, sleep problems, or mood disturbances. Participants will compare the effects of cannabis with a placebo to see how it helps with symptoms and overall quality of life.

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
Must not be taking Anti-epileptic medicationsAnti-psychotic medications
Rules you out Major psychiatric illnessSevere liver diseaseHistory of seizures

You may be able to join if

  • I can provide informed consent
  • I am 25 years or older
  • I have a solid tumor diagnosis and have received treatment in the last 18 months
  • I am currently experiencing sleep problems, pain, or mood issues
  • I want to use cannabis to treat my symptoms
  • I have not used cannabis regularly in the last 6 months
  • I am willing to use acceptable birth control methods

You may not be able to join if

  • I have used illegal drugs in the past 90 days
  • I currently take anti-epileptic medications
  • I use medications that interact with Epidiolex
  • I currently take anti-psychotic medications
  • I take potent inducers of CYP2C19 or CYP3A4
  • I have liver function tests showing high enzyme levels
  • I have moderate or severe liver disease
  • I have a history of seizures

Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.

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About This Trial
Many cancer patients suffer from pain, sleep, and mood problems and are using cannabis to relieve these symptoms. Cannabis may provide such relief but may also produce negative side effects including cognitive impairment, an especially problematic issue for cancer patients, indicating more research on cannabis use in the cancer context is required. In this endeavor, the present study seeks to comp…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: 1. Able to provide informed consent 2. Aged ≥25 years at Visit 1 (Baseline) 3. Have a diagnosis of any solid tumor type and is currently undergoing or has undergone either curative or palliative treatment in the past 18 months 4. Currently experiencing symptoms of sleep problems…
Contacts

Kyle Chrystal, BA

603-769-7718

kyle.chrystal@colorado.edu

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