Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational

Identifying genetic factors in drug reactions in children and adults

Official title: Canadian Pharmacogenomics Network for Drug Safety

Run by University of British Columbia · NCT00414115 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is trying to find out if genetic differences in children and adults can help explain why some people have bad reactions to medications while others do not.

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Quick facts

Study typeObservational
SexAll
Enrollment7000 (estimated)
SponsorUniversity of British Columbia
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Vancouver, British Columbia)
StatusRecruiting
StartedAugust 2005
Main results expectedMarch 2029
Study endsMarch 2029
Registry record updatedMay 1, 2026
Trial IDNCT00414115 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates include children under 19 who have taken drugs and their biological parents, as well as adults for validation purposes.

Probably not a fit

Patients who do not speak or understand English (except in Quebec) may not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to collect DNA and plasma samples from children and adults who experience adverse drug reactions (ADRs) and those who do not. By comparing these samples, the study seeks to identify genetic differences that may contribute to ADRs and develop personalized drug dosing guidelines. The research will also analyze the use of medical services and vital statistics between participants with and without ADRs. The study will utilize a hospital-based active surveillance network across major hospitals in Canada to gather clinical material.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to personalized drug dosing guidelines that minimize the risk of adverse drug reactions in patients.

How similar studies have gone: Other studies have shown success in identifying genetic factors related to drug reactions, making this approach promising yet still novel in its specific application to children.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Children under 19 years who have taken drugs.
* Biological parents of children who have had an ADR.
* Patients/parents who speak and understand English (except in Quebec).
* Adults (for validation of findings in children)

Where it's running

  • Children's and Women's Health Centre of British Columbia
    Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
    Recruiting

Study contacts

  • Principal investigator: Bruce Carleton, Pharm. D. — University of British Columbia
  • Study coordinator: Bruce Carleton, PharmD.
  • Email: bcarleton@popi.ubc.ca
  • Phone: 604-875-2179

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.