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Nifedipine Combinations for Postpartum High Blood Pressure

(NEPHRON Trial)

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Overseen ByAmol Malshe, M.D.
Age: 18+
Sex: Female
Trial Phase: Academic
Sponsor: The Cleveland Clinic
Must be taking: Nifedipine
No Placebo GroupAll trial participants will receive the active study treatment (no placebo)

What You Need to Know Before You Apply

What is the purpose of this trial?

To determine if nifedipine and enalapril will have better blood pressure control in the postpartum setting compared to nifedipine and labetalol.

Who Is on the Research Team?

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Amol Malshe, M.D.

Principal Investigator

The Cleveland Clinic

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?

This trial is for women aged 18 or older who have recently given birth and are experiencing high blood pressure related to pregnancy. They must already be taking nifedipine, still have high blood pressure, and need a second medication. Participants must speak English.

Inclusion Criteria

My blood pressure is often 140/90 or higher, or I've had severe spikes needing more medication.
I speak English.
I am a woman, 18 or older, who has recently given birth.
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Timeline for a Trial Participant

Screening

Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial

1-2 weeks

Treatment

Participants receive nifedipine and either enalapril or labetalol for postpartum hypertension management

6 weeks
Visits at 24 hours after initiation, 3 days post-discharge, 2 weeks postpartum, and 6 weeks postpartum

Follow-up

Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment

4 weeks

What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?

Trial Overview

The study compares two combinations of blood pressure medicines after childbirth: one group gets nifedipine with enalapril, the other gets nifedipine with labetalol. The goal is to see which combination controls blood pressure better.

How Is the Trial Designed?

2

Treatment groups

Experimental Treatment

Active Control

Group I: Nifedipine and EnalaprilExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Group II: Nifedipine and LabetalolActive Control1 Intervention

Find a Clinic Near You

Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?

The Cleveland Clinic

Lead Sponsor

Trials
1,072
Recruited
1,377,000+