FAQ’s

Frequently Asked Questions

What are Phase 1 clinical studies?

What are the risks of taking new medications?

The risks vary depending on the specific clinical study and the medication being tested. All potential risks will be clearly explained to you during the informed consent process, both verbally and in writing. You will have ample opportunity to ask questions and make an informed decision before participating.

Are there any benefits to participating?

There are no guaranteed medical benefits from the investigational medication itself. However, participants receive financial compensation (see “How Do I Get Paid?”) and may gain satisfaction from contributing to important medical research. Clinical studies play a vital role in the development of new treatments that can benefit millions of people. Every new medication available today exists because of volunteers who chose to take part in clinical trials.

What is the remuneration?

See our remuneration page.

Can I leave?

Permission to leave is determined on a per study basis.

Do I benefit?

There are no direct medical benefits from the medication being investigated. There is a financial benefit. There is a number of social benefits that are a result of participating in clinical studies, such as helping society to develop new medication that are of benefit to all of us. Every time there is a new medication that is able to help millions of people and benefit the rest of society, it is a direct result of all of the people in the past who have helped and participated in clinical trials.

Can I quit the trial at any time?

Your participation is completely voluntary on your part and there are no obligations for you to finish the trial. All study participants can quit at any time, and will be compensated up until the final point of participation.

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