Memantine and exercise to protect thinking during chemo for breast cancer
Treatments studied
Part of Cancer, Mental health, Skin clinical trials.
This study tests whether a medicine called memantine combined with a structured exercise program can help protect your thinking and memory during chemotherapy for breast cancer. It may also help understand how these treatments work in the body.
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Who can take part
- You are female and at least 18 years old.
- You have been diagnosed with stage I, II, or III breast cancer.
- Your doctor has recommended chemotherapy as part of your treatment plan.
- You can sign up for this study before your third round of chemotherapy.
- You speak English.
- You do not have a severe memory problem, a recent heart attack, or a condition that prevents you from exercising safely.
Quick eligibility check
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