About the Study

Treatment of worsening symptoms in patients with schizophrenia.

The primary objective of this study is to compare the efficacy and safety of MK-8189 to a placebo in adults experiencing an acute exacerbation of schizophrenia. This study is sponsored by Merck & Company, Inc.

Length of Study:  Approximately 15 weeks total, with the first 6 weeks of overnight stay at our clinical research unit.

Eligibility 

You may be eligible to participate in this study if you:

• are between the ages of 18 – 50 years old
• have been diagnosed with schizophrenia and currently experiencing active symptoms
• are willing to spend about 6 weeks in our 24-hr overnight observation unit

If chosen for this study, you will be compensated for every study visit that you complete, and we can provide transportation if needed.

If you are interested in participating in this clinical trial, please call our friendly staff at 773-989-8313 ext. 116 today. You can also fill out the contact form below.