(HealthDay News) -- Here are the latest clinical trials, courtesy of ClinicalConnection.com and CenterWatch:
Heart Disease
This study will evaluate whether a cholesterol medication combined with an investigational drug can reduce plaque build-up in the arteries. If you have high cholesterol, are taking a cholesterol medication, or have a history of heart disease, you may qualify for this study.
The research site is in Denver, Colo.
More information
Please see http://www.clinicalconnection.com/clinical_trials/condition/heart_disease.aspx.
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Rheumatoid Arthritis
This study is for people with rheumatoid arthritis. Qualified participants may be compensated up to $1,750 for time and travel.
The research site is in DeLand, Fla.
More information
Please see http://www.clinicalconnection.com/clinical_trials/condition/rheumatoid_arthritis.aspx.
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Opioid-Induced Constipation
This study will evaluate an investigational drug, given by daily injection, for opioid-induced constipation. Qualified participants must be at lest 18 and have constipation stemming from use of an opioid pain medication.
The research site is in Indianapolis, Ind.
More information
Please see http://www.clinicalconnection.com/clinical_trials/condition/constipation.aspx.
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Neuropathy
If you are an adult diagnosed with multifocal motor neuropathy, you may qualify for this study.
The research site is in Centennial, Colo.
More information
Please see http://www.centerwatch.com/clinical-trials/listings/studylist.aspx?CatID=215.
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Asthma
If you are a non-smoking adult and have had severe, persistent asthma for at least five years, you may be eligible for this study.
The research site is in Lexington, Ky.
More information
Please see http://www.centerwatch.com/clinical-trials/listings/studylist.aspx?CatID=16.
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Solid Tumors
If you an adult with relapsed or refractory advanced solid tumors, you may be eligible for this study.
The research site is in Durham, N.C.
More information
Please see http://www.centerwatch.com/clinical-trials/listings/studylist.aspx?CatID=424.
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