Schizophrenia. Schizophrenia
Conditions
Interventions
Intervention 1: Intervention group: Saffron capsules will be administered 48 hours before the start of shock therapy. The case group will be given 6 to 8 bilateral ECT sessions (3 times a week) and on
Sponsors
Ahvaz University of Medical Sciences
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
All
Age
18 Years to 60 Years
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: Age 18 to 60 years Schizophrenic disorder based on DSM-5 criteria A candidate for receiving bilateral electroshock therapy Minimum literacy Ability to communicate verbally Not suffering from mental disability or serious cognitive disorders
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: Epilepsy and other neurological disorders Coagulation disorders Dependence or abuse of alcohol and drugs in the last 6 months (except nicotine and caffeine) History of saffron consumption since 3 months ago History of drug sensitivity Pregnancy and breastfeeding Patients who had ECT at least in the 6 months
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Psychological disorder. Timepoint: Before the start of the ECT and again 24 hours after the fourth session of ECT and 72 hours after the end of the ECT. Method of measurement: Mini–mental state examination. | — |
Countries
Iran (Islamic Republic of)
Contacts
Public ContactAmir Mohammadi Roozbahani
Ahvaz University of Medical Sciences
Outcome results
None listed