What happens if I experience side effects?
Side effects — called 'adverse events' in research — are tracked closely. The research team gives you a 24/7 contact line during enrollment so you can report anything unusual immediately. The principal investigator (a licensed physician) evaluates each report and decides whether you need medical care, a dose adjustment, or to discontinue the study. Care for any adverse event related to the study is typically provided at no cost. Serious adverse events must be reported to the sponsor, the IRB, and the FDA within 24 hours so the broader safety picture is always current. If a side effect concerns you, you can withdraw from the study at any time — and you should never feel pressure to continue. Your safety always outranks the study's data goals. The informed consent form lists known and potential side effects in detail before you enroll, and the team will re-consent you if new safety information emerges during the study.