Vitamin B6 supplementation for preventing depression in pregnant women

Is this trial a fit for you?

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

What this trial studies

This clinical trial investigates the effects of Vitamin B6 supplementation on preventing postpartum depression in pregnant women. A total of 120 participants will be randomly assigned to either receive Vitamin B6 or a placebo during their late pregnancy and for one month postpartum. The study employs a double-blind design to ensure unbiased results, with blood samples taken to measure Vitamin B6 levels at key points. The aim is to determine if Vitamin B6 can help maintain emotional stability and reduce the incidence of perinatal depression.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Pregnant women at 24-28 weeks of gestation
* Without a personal history of depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, or other mental health conditions.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Allergic to Vitamin B6

Where it's running

• National Taiwan University Hospital
  Taipei, Taiwan Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: HanYing Chen — Attending physician
• Study coordinator: HanYing Chen
• Email: hanyingchan@Hotmail.com
• Phone: 886-930078287

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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.