Nasal spray for sleep and memory in older adults with Alzheimer's
Treatments studied
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests a nasal spray combining two medicines to see if it can improve sleep and thinking in older adults with mild-to-moderate Alzheimer's-related memory problems. It may help if you have sleep issues along with memory loss.
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Who can take part
- You are 60 years or older.
- You have mild-to-moderate memory loss due to Alzheimer's disease, with a score of 10-25 on a memory test.
- You have trouble sleeping, with a sleep quality score of 7 or higher.
- You are willing to use a nasal spray and follow the study procedures.
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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