Clinical Trials Update: Nov. 13, 2009

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

Osteoarthritis of the Knee

This is a 6-week study to evaluate a new pain medication for people with osteoarthritis of the knee. Qualified participants must be aged 18 to 75.

The research site is in Tempe, Ariz.

More information

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

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COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)

The study is testing the long-term safety and effectiveness of an investigational medication to treat COPD. To qualify, you must be at least 40 and be a current or former smoker.

The research site is in New York City.

More information

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

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Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) with Constipation

If you are 18 or older and have IBS with constipation, you may qualify for this study of an investigational medication. Qualified participants may be compensated up to $480 for time and travel.

The research site is in Lakewood, Wash.

More information

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

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