Pilot Study of Open Label Homocysteine Management Therapy in Levodopa-treated Parkinson's Disease

Trial statusRecruiting
Trial phaseNot applicable
Trial typeInterventional
Biological sexAll
Age40-90
SponsorOregon Health and Science University

About this trial

This is a research study investigating elevated homocysteine in the blood of patients with Parkinson's disease who are currently receiving treatment with levodopa. We are evaluating if elevated homocysteine can be corrected using open label B vitamin therapy, as well as the impact of homocysteine levels on cognitive function.

Eligibility criteria

Qualifiers

Diagnosis of probable Parkinson's Disease according to Movement Disorders Society criteria.

Currently treated with levodopa at a minimum dose of 300 mg/day

Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MOCA) ≥15

Demonstrated capacity to provide informed consent.

Disqualifiers

None

Trial design

Treatments tested in this trial

  • Folic Acid 1 MG
  • Vitamin B6 25 MG
  • Vitamin B12

Treatment groups

150 Participants
are divided into 2 treatment groups