Clinical Trials Update: March 31, 2011

(HealthDay News) -- Here are the latest clinical trials, courtesy of ClinicalConnection.com:

Postherpetic Neuralgia (PHN)/Pain After Shingles

This study is for people who have skin pain after shingles has healed. You must be aged 18 to 85 and have postherpetic neuralgia to qualify.

The research site is in Brighton, Mass.

More information

Please see http://www.clinicalconnection.com/clinical_trials/condition/shingles.aspx.

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Alzheimer's Associated Insomnia and Sleep Symptoms

This study of an investigational sleep aid is for people who aren't sleeping because of Alzheimer's disease. Candidates must have mild-to-moderate Alzheimer's and related insomnia.

The research site is in St. Petersburg, Fla.

More information

Please see http://www.clinicalconnection.com/clinical_trials/condition/alzheimer's_disease.aspx.

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Rosacea

This study will evaluate an investigational topical gel for the redness associated with rosacea. Participants will receive study-related skin evaluations and the study drug for 12 months at no cost.

The research site is in Charlotte, N.C.

More information

Please see http://www.clinicalconnection.com/clinical_trials/condition/rosacea.aspx.

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