๐Ÿ›๏ธ Verified NIH Record โ€ข Updated 2026-06-03

Allopregnanolone in Chronic Complex Traumatic Brain Injury (NCT04003285)

Novel Regenerative Therapeutic in Chronic Complex TBI

๐ŸŸก Not Yet Recruiting Phase2 ๐Ÿ’Š Investigational Drug / Biologic Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development

๐Ÿฉบ Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)

This study will determine if allopregnanolone (ALLO) improves depression and pain symptoms in patients who have a history of mild traumatic brain injury (TBI) \[primary endpoints\]. The investigators will also determine if ALLO improves functional outcome \[secondary endpoint\]. Participants in this study will receive an intravenous infusion of either ALLO or placebo. Behavioral assessments will be conducted during the infusion and at several time points post-infusion.

Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.

Location: Durham VA Medical Center, Durham, NC โ€” Durham, North Carolina

Age range: 21 Years to 62 Years

๐Ÿงช Interventions in This Study

๐Ÿ“‹ "Do I Qualify?" โ€” 1-Minute Self Screener

Instant Checklist

Full eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria โ†—

๐Ÿ“ All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)

  • Durham VA Medical Center, Durham, NC โ€” Durham, North Carolina

๐Ÿ“ž Contact the Study Coordinator

Phone: (919) 286-0411

Email: christine.marx@va.gov

Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.

๐Ÿ’ฐ Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights

  • 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
  • Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA ยง 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
  • Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.

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๐Ÿ’ก How to Participate

  1. Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
  2. Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
  3. Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
  4. Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.
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