The primary objective of the study is to compare the efficacy of duloxetine 60 mg by mouth daily with placebo in the prevention of depression associated with mild/moderate traumatic brain injury and to enhance cognitive function. Research exploring the use of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors in the treatment of post-traumatic depression generally validates this approach (Horsfield et al., 2002). However, the literature suggests that serotonin/norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors such as duloxetine may be more effective in the treatment of depression.
The primary objective of the study is to compare the efficacy of duloxetine 60 mg by mouth daily with placebo in the prevention of depression associated with mild/moderate traumatic brain injury and to enhance cognitive function.