Beta-blockers and depression in heart patients
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study looks at whether taking beta-blockers (heart or blood pressure medicine) is linked to symptoms of depression. You may join if you have both a heart condition and a depression diagnosis, and have been on a beta-blocker for at least a year.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years of age or older.
- You have been on a beta-blocker for at least 1 year (this is a heart or blood pressure medicine).
- You have been diagnosed with major depression or 'clinical depression' (noted in your medical records).
- You also have a heart or blood vessel condition (like high blood pressure or heart failure).
- You do not have other serious psychiatric conditions, such as schizophrenia or severe memory problems.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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