What is the purpose of clinical trials?

Clinical trials are carefully designed research studies that are used to answer specific questions about a new type of medical treatment or to study new ways of using a therapy. Clinical trials are developed in close coordination with regulatory authorities at the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and are a crucial step in the development and approval of new medications.

Laboratory scientists test investigational drugs in the laboratory before they are determined to be ready to be studied in humans. Clinical trials allow doctors and scientists to evaluate the investigational drug to find out whether or not it is safe and is helpful for the condition being studied.

Clinical trials provide expert medical care to participants by leading physicians in the field of study. They allow access to new drugs or treatments not available to other patients. Through a schedule of regular medical appointments, participants are closely monitored and evaluated for side effects. Though clinical trials are sponsored by pharmaceutical companies, if you are accepted into a clinical trial, a doctor and healthcare team in your area will provide your care; you will not be treated by anybody from the pharmaceutical company.

Speaking to a STEALTH physician / Study Coordinator is the best resource for more information.

You may also call the Romark Information Center at (877) 925-4642 between the hours of 8.30 AM and 5.30 PM EST for information. Calling a STEALTH C-3 trial center or Romark Laboratories does not place you under any obligation to participate in the STEALTH C-3 clinical trial.