Using Dronabinol to treat obstructive sleep apnea in veterans
Targeted Treatment of Obstructive Sleep Apnea with Dronabinol: Proof of Concept and Phase II Clinical Trial
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · JESSE BROWN VA MEDICAL CENTER · NIH-10923565
This study is looking at how well Dronabinol, a cannabis-based medication, can help veterans with obstructive sleep apnea, and it aims to find out which veterans might benefit the most from this treatment.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | JESSE BROWN VA MEDICAL CENTER (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (CHICAGO, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10923565 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates the use of Dronabinol, a medication derived from cannabis, to treat obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) in veterans. The study aims to develop a prediction model to identify which patients are most likely to benefit from Dronabinol treatment based on their sleep study results and clinical characteristics. Initially, a proof-of-concept phase will assess the medication's effectiveness, followed by a randomized controlled trial to evaluate its efficacy over a longer treatment period. The goal is to provide a non-invasive treatment option for veterans suffering from OSA.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are veterans diagnosed with moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have obstructive sleep apnea or those who are not veterans may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could offer a new, effective medication for veterans with obstructive sleep apnea, improving their quality of life and reducing associated health risks.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown some success with Dronabinol in improving OSA symptoms, but this research aims to refine the approach and validate its effectiveness in a larger veteran population.
Where this research is happening
CHICAGO, UNITED STATES
- JESSE BROWN VA MEDICAL CENTER — CHICAGO, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: PRASAD, BHARATI — JESSE BROWN VA MEDICAL CENTER
- Study coordinator: PRASAD, BHARATI
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
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