What do I have to do?

If you are happy to take part in the study there are a few things you would be asked to do:

  • Agree to attend all appointments and to perform the assessments
  • Bring a list of names and dose of any medications you take
  • Not to use alcohol or recreational drugs for 24hrs before each visit
  • If female, tell us if you are pregnant or trying to become pregnant
  • Tell us of certain medical conditions: some examples include head trauma, neurological disease, or a blood-borne virus such as HIV or hepatitis C
  • If you have taken part in any other clinical research project in the last month you may have to wait a month before taking part in the current study (For example, you have taken part as a participant in a research study that involved taking a drug; being paid an inconvenience allowance; having an invasive procedure (e.g. venepuncture >50ml, endoscopy)

See also: The disadvantages and risks of taking part