A Randomized, Double-Blind Comparison of Placebo and Atomoxetine Hydrochloride Given Once a Day in Adults With Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Clinical Trial

Official title: A Randomized, Double-Blind Comparison of Placebo and Atomoxetine Hydrochloride Given Once a Day in Adults With Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder: With a Secondary Examination of Impact of Treatment on Family Functioning

Status Completed

Clinical Trial Summary

This is a parallel design, double-blind, placebo-controlled, multi-center, 38-week treatment trial of atomoxetine in adults with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) who are currently living in a family situation with at least one child. The primary objective of the study is to demonstrate the efficacy of atomoxetine compared to placebo in the reduction of ADHD symptoms over 12 and 24 weeks of blinded treatment.

Clinical Trial Description

The initial study was 34 weeks long; however, the protocol was amended to extend the open-label period of the study from 8 weeks to 12 weeks (38 weeks total). ;

Study Design

Allocation: Randomized, Endpoint Classification: Safety/Efficacy Study, Intervention Model: Parallel Assignment, Masking: Double Blind (Subject, Investigator, Outcomes Assessor), Primary Purpose: Treatment

Related Conditions & MeSH terms

• Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity
• Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
• Hyperkinesis

• NCT number: NCT00190775
• Study type: Interventional
• Source: Eli Lilly and Company
• Status: Completed
• Phase: Phase 4
• Start date: September 2004
• Completion date: October 2009