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Questions to ask about trials
If you are asked to take part in a trial, you might find
the following questions helpful:
- What is the purpose of the trial? How will it help people?
- Who can take part in it?
- If the trial is testing a drug, how often must I take it, when
and for how long?
- Do you know anything about the potential side effects, risks or
benefits?
- How will the trial affect my daily life?
- How often will I have to visit the clinic?
- What will happen at these visits? Will I have extra tests?
- What other medication can I take when I am taking part in this
trial?
- What happens if my condition gets worse?
- How long will the trial last?
- What will happen when the trial is finished?
- Will I be told about the results of the trial when it
ends?
- Who is funding the trial?
- Will my travel expenses be paid to take part?
- Is there anything I am not allowed to do while I am taking part
in the trial?
- Who can I talk to if I have any more questions?
It is helpful to write down any questions you have in
advance. You can ask a friend or relative to come with you to
hear the answers to your questions when you meet the person who has
asked you to take part in the trial.
Last Update Date : 7/6/2009
