Pharmacogenomics of Stimulant Treatment Response

Trial statusRecruiting
Trial phaseNot listed
Trial typeObservational
Biological sexAll
Age6-24
SponsorUniversity of Calgary

About this trial

The "Pharmacogenomics of Stimulant Treatment Response" (PGx-STaR) study aims to identify genetic profiles related to methylphenidate treatment outcomes in children and adolescents aged 6-24 with Attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).

Eligibility criteria

Qualifiers

Aged 6 - 24 years.

Located in Western Canada (i.e., Alberta, British Columbia, Saskatchewan, Manitoba).

Primary diagnosis of ADHD (all types).

Starting Methylphenidate (excluding immediate release forms) treatment.

Disqualifiers

Co-occurring psychotic, bipolar or eating disorders.

Significant risk of suicide.

An intellectual disability, or diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) or tics/Tourette disorders.

Past 12-month high-risk alcohol or substance use defined as monthly or more frequent use.

Trial design

Treatments tested in this trial

  • Not listed

Trial groups

No trial groups listed

Sponsors and collaborators