As a patient, family member or patient advocate, you are bound to have questions. Below are answers to frequently asked questions about clinical research studies.
1. What are clinical research studies?
Clinical research studies help doctors and scientists determine whether a drug, or device is safe and effective for humans. Participation in clinical research studies is voluntary, and participants may decide to stop participating at any time.
2. What is a placebo?
A placebo is an inactive substance like normal saline and is given in the same way as the study drug.
3. What if I don’t live close to a treatment center but want to enroll in the trial?
To alleviate travel and geographic hurdles, we have selected study sites across the US. We will assist with reimbursement for study-related travel.
4. Will I be compensated for participating in the clinical trial?
You will be given a stipend for your time and effort and you will be reimbursed for all travel-related expenses.
5. Can I stop participating at any time?
Clinical trial participants may withdraw from a study at any time . Before deciding to take part in a clinical study, potential participants should thoroughly review the study informed consent form and discuss any questions they have with your doctor.
6. Will being in this research benefit me?
We cannot promise that the treatment used in this study will help you. By taking part in this study, you may be helping to make a new treatment for other people suffering from the same disease as yourself.
