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NCT05986422
PHASE2

Methylprednisolone in Patients With Cognitive Deficits in Post-COVID-19 Syndrome (PCS)

Sponsor: Charite University, Berlin, Germany

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Summary

This clinical trial aims to learn about the therapeutic value of Methylprednisolone, a well-known immunosuppressant, on cognitive deficits in patients with post-COVID-19 syndrome (PCS). The main questions it aims to answer are: 1) Does Methylprednisolone improve memory function in PCS patients compared to placebo? 2) Does Methylprednisolone improve other patient centered outcomes in PCS patients such as fatigue, mood and quality of life compared to placebo? 3)What are the side effects of Methylprednisolone in this patient population, and how common are they? Participants in this study will be patients with PCS and cognitive deficits, who will be asked to participate for 52 weeks. They will be randomly assigned to one of two groups: One group will receive Methylprednisolone once daily for six weeks, with a dosage reduction after week 4. The other group will receive a matching placebo once daily for six weeks, following the same titration regimen to ensure blinding. Participants will attend outpatient follow-up visits in weeks 8 and 20, with a final telephone follow-up after 52 weeks. Clinical examinations and safety monitoring will be conducted during the treatment phase. This study's results may help develop more effective therapies for this condition.

Official title: Phase 2a, Double-blind, Randomized, Placebo-controlled Trial of Methylprednisolone Versus Placebo in Patients With Cognitive Deficits in Post-COVID-19 Syndrome (PCS)

Key Details

Gender

All

Age Range

18 Years - Any

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Enrollment

96

Start Date

2023-10-01

Completion Date

2026-02-19

Last Updated

2026-05-05

Healthy Volunteers

No

Interventions

DRUG

Methylprednisolone

The treatment period consists of six weeks of daily intake of either Methylprednisolone or placebo (depending on randomization), followed by an additional six weeks of daily intake of open-label Methylprednisolone. During the study, follow-up assessments will be conducted at two points: at week 8 and week 20 from the start of each treatment phase.

Locations (1)

Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin

Berlin, State of Berlin, Germany