Exploratory Cognition Study of Sertindole in Patients With Schizophrenia
- Registration Number
- NCT00759421
- Lead Sponsor
- H. Lundbeck A/S
- Brief Summary
The purpose of this exploratory study is to evaluate the effects of sertindole and olanzapine on neurocognitive functioning in patients with schizophrenia.
- Detailed Description
Cognitive deficits, including impairments in areas such as memory, attention, and executive function, are major determinants and predictors of long-term disability in schizophrenia. At present, available antipsychotic medications are relatively ineffective in improving cognition. However, scientific discoveries during the past decade suggest that it may be possible to develop medications that are effective in improving cognition in schizophrenia.
One of the important reasons to focus on cognitive deficits as a target for pharmacological treatment, is the association found between cognitive impairment and social dysfunction observed in patients with schizophrenia. Pervasive cognitive deficits have a limiting effect on the quality of life of patients with schizophrenia including social interaction and problem solving, community living, and employment prospects.
Recruitment & Eligibility
- Status
- COMPLETED
- Sex
- All
- Target Recruitment
- 96
- Patients with schizophrenia
- Participation in 11286 study
- Capable of completing all study-related psychometric activities for the duration of the study
Not provided
Study & Design
- Study Type
- INTERVENTIONAL
- Study Design
- PARALLEL
- Arm && Interventions
Group Intervention Description 1 Sertindole - 2 Olanzapine -
- Primary Outcome Measures
Name Time Method Global cognitive composite score 12 weeks
- Secondary Outcome Measures
Name Time Method Cognitive performance in the following domains: 1) Working memory; 2) Attention and vigilance; 3) Verbal learning and memory; 4) Visual learning and memory; 5) Reasoning and problem solving; 6) Speed of processing 12 weeks
Trial Locations
- Locations (1)
TWN001
🇨🇳Tapei, Taiwan