Propranolol to prevent PTSD after sexual violence in women
Treatments studied
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This trial tests if a short course of the blood pressure medication propranolol can help prevent post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in women who have recently experienced sexual violence. It may help by interrupting the way fear memories are stored in the brain.
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Who can take part
- You are a woman (assigned female at birth) and at least 18 years old.
- You were seen at a Medical-Legal Unit within 72 hours of a sexual assault or rape.
- You are not currently pregnant or breastfeeding.
- You are not taking certain heart medications, beta-blockers, or specific drugs for mental health conditions.
- You do not have asthma, psoriasis, myasthenia gravis, or a personal history of head trauma or neurological issues.
- You understand and read French, and are willing to use effective birth control.
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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