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Antipsychotics and Blood Vessel Function


Jess G. Fiedorowicz, MD, Principal Investigator

Criteria for Participation
This research could lead to a better understanding of some risks associated with antipsychotic medications. Participants will have close monitoring of their blood pressure, weight, cholesterol, triglycerides, blood sugars, and blood vessel function.

Inclusion Criteria:
Aged 18-50 years and recently started on Risperidone (Risperdal™), Olanzapine (Zyprexa™), or Quetiapine (Seroquel™)*

*If not on an antipsychotic may also be eligible for participation

Exclusion Criteria:

  • Untreated thyroid disease
  • Cancer
  • Diabetes mellitus
  • Pregnancy
  • Treatment with anticoagulants
  • Bleeding disorder
  • Reynaud's disease
  • Current alcohol or drug abuse
  • Started lipid-lowering medication, lithium, valproic acid, or divalproex in the past month.

For more information about these studies contact:
Lois Warren
Research Assistant
Phone: 319-384-9379
Email: lois-warren@uiowa.edu
Toll-free inquiries may be made through UI Health Access at 800-777-8442.


 

Last modification date: Tue Nov 4 07:33:29 2008
URL: http://www.uihealthcare.com /depts/med/psychiatry/research/antipsychotic_bloodvessel.html