Active clinical trials for "Multiple Sclerosis"

This is a multicenter study conducted in 2 parts: The primary objective in Part I of this study is to determine the efficacy of BG00012 (dimethyl fumarate, DMF) on inflammatory brain magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) lesion activity (Gadolinium-enhancing lesions) when compared with placebo from 4 scans performed at Weeks 12, 16, 20, and 24 in participants with Relapsing Remitting Multiple Sclerosis (RRMS) including participants from the Asia-Pacific region. The secondary objectives in Part I of this study in this study population are to determine whether BG00012, when compared with placebo over 24 weeks, is effective in reducing the cumulative number of new Gadolinium-enhancing lesions from Baseline to Week 24; reducing the number of new or newly enlarging T2 hyperintense lesions on brain MRI scans at Week 24 compared with Baseline. The primary objective in Part II (open label) of this study is to evaluate the long-term safety profile of BG00012 in eligible participants from Part I.

The purpose of this study is to test the effectiveness of a DVD-delivered, home-based six-month physical activity intervention for people with Multiple Sclerosis.

This is a is a small scale open phase two interventional study to assess long-term stabilising effects of on neurological symptoms by regular intrathecal administered monoclonal antibodies in progressive multiple sclerosis.

the purpose of this study is to investigate the development of insulin resistance in multiple sclerosis patients + explaining the effects of a combined training programme on insulin resistance, muscle power and aerobic capacity in multiple sclerosis patients

A 12 month study where 852 patients with relapsing remitting MS will be randomized 1:1 to fingolimod or approved disease modifying therapy. Patients will be be treatment naive or have only been treated with one class of DMT (Interferon beta preparation or glatiramer acetate) . Patients will be able to switch to different treatment for safety, efficacy, tolerability or convenience during the study. Primary objective is to evaluate efficacy of fingolimod by assessing patients retention on treatment. Secondary objectives are to compare reasons for discontinuation, adverse events, cognitive impairment, medication satisfaction and change in brain volume measured by MRI.

The purpose of this study is to assess the safety and tolerability of single ascending doses, as well as of repeated administrations of GNbAC1 in MS patients. Scientific research has shown that the expression of genes of a virus which is integrated in the Human genetic material, the Multiple Sclerosis associated RetroVirus (MSRV) could play a critical role in the causation of multiple sclerosis. GNbAC1 is an experimental medication, which neutralizes (i.e. inactivates) a protein of MSRV that might contribute to the development or deterioration of multiple sclerosis.

The purpose of this study was to evaluate the efficacy and safety of Ginseng in treatment of fatigue and Quality of Life of MS patients.

Fatigue is highly prevalent among multiple sclerosis (MS) patients and has pervasive adverse effects on daily functioning and quality of life. The investigators found in a recent study that obstructive sleep apnea-hypopnea (OSAH) is the most common sleep abnormality in multiple sclerosis (MS) patients. There was also a significant relationship between OSAH and higher fatigue scores in MS patients. Preliminary work from the investigators in this group of subjects shows that treatment of sleep disorders (mostly OSAH) can improve fatigue and other symptoms in some MS patients. However, it is now necessary to systemically test the effect of OSAH treatment in a randomized, controlled study, to be sure that it really does improve fatigue and other symptoms. The best treatment for OSAH in the general population is continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP). This treatment has been well tolerated by most MS patients who have used the device at the investigators' center. This project will therefore be a randomized, controlled, clinical trial of CPAP in MS patients with OSAH. The effects of six months of CPAP treatment on fatigue as well as sleep quality, somnolence, pain, disability, and quality of life will be studied.

The primary objectives of the study are: To evaluate the effects of three oral doses of MT-1303 compared to placebo given for a period of 24 weeks in subjects with relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis (RRMS) on MRI parameters To evaluate the safety and tolerability of three oral doses of MT-1303 compared to placebo given for a period of 24 weeks in subjects with RRMS.

The purpose of this study is to determine whether raltegravir is effective in preventing progression of relapsing remitting multiple sclerosis as determined by gadolinium- enhanced MRI.