The state of Alabama currently has 1 active clinical trials seeking participants for Resistant Hypertension research studies. These trials are conducted in various cities, including Birmingham, Mobile, Huntsville and Anniston.
Allopurinol Improves Heart Function in African Americans With Resistant Hypertension
Recruiting
African American adults in the United States have the highest prevalence rate of high blood pressure (hypertension) and heart failure in the world. African Americans with treatment resistant hypertension have higher levels of the enzyme - xanthine oxidase compared to Caucasians. This trial will test if administration of the xanthine oxidase inhibitor - Allopurinol (commonly used in the treatment of gout), given over a period of 8 weeks, will improve heart function, exercise ability and quality o... Read More
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
Between 18 years and 75 years
Trial Updated:
10/11/2024
Locations: Birmingham VA Medical Center, Birmingham, AL, Birmingham, Alabama
Conditions: Heart Failure Preserved Ejection Fraction, Resistant Hypertension