Clinical Trial: The Use of L-Carnitine And CoQ10 Supplements In the Treatment of Cyclic Vomiting Syndrome (CVS)

Study Status: Withdrawn
Recruit Status: Withdrawn
Study Type: Observational

Official Title: Co-Enzyme Q10, L-Carnitine and Amitriptyline Usage in Cyclic Vomiting Syndrome (CVS): A Research Study

Brief Summary: This is a study with the principle goal being to learn about the use of L-Carnitine and CoQ10, two vitamin supplements that are currently being used to treat Cyclic Vomiting Syndrome, largely initiated by parents. We want to learn how effective these supplements are compared to standard treatment, at what dose, and what onset of action in order to initiate future prospective study on these supplements.

Detailed Summary:
Sponsor: Medical College of Wisconsin

Current Primary Outcome: How two vitamin supplements are being used to treat cyclic vomiting syndrome [ Time Frame: Two years ]

Original Primary Outcome: Same as current

Current Secondary Outcome: How effective these supplements appear to be compared to standard treatment [ Time Frame: Two years ]

Original Secondary Outcome: Same as current

Information By: Medical College of Wisconsin

Dates:
Date Received: July 31, 2008
Date Started: October 2007
Date Completion: January 2017
Last Updated: February 3, 2017
Last Verified: February 2017