Clinical Trials Update: March 23, 2007

Friday, March 23, 2007; 12:00 AM

(HealthDay News) -- Here are the latest clinical trials, courtesy of Thomson CenterWatch:

Rheumatoid Arthritis

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To participate in this study of an investigational medication, you must be ages 18 to 65, taking medication for rheumatoid arthritis, and be able to stay at a clinic overnight. Participants will receive all study-related exams and investigational medication at no cost. Compensation up to $2200 is available for time and participation.

The research site is in Daytona Beach, Fla.

More information

Please see http://www.centerwatch.com/patient/studies/cat132.html.

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Heart Disease

This study will evaluate an anticoagulation (blood thinning) drug for people with heart disease. Volunteers 18-75 who have a history of heart attack or unstable angina in the last 10 months and are currently prescribed aspirin or Plavix (clopidogrel) may be eligible. If you qualify, you will be compensated for participation.

The research site is in Lexington, Ky.

More information

Please see http://www.centerwatch.com/patient/studies/cat213.html.