The Effectiveness of a Proprietary Ashwagandha Extract on Menopausal Symptoms: A Three-Arm Randomized, Double-Blinded, Placebo Controlled Clinical Trial
Ориентир для пациента и семьи
Простыми словами
Автоматическая сводка по структурированным данным реестра. Она помогает сориентироваться, но не заменяет официальный протокол или оценку врача.
- Что изучают
- В протоколе указаны: ashwagandha root, ashwagandha root and leaf, Placebo.
- Кому может быть актуально
- Состояния в реестре: Menopausal Hot Flashes, Menopausal Women. Базовые параметры: 40 лет — 55 лет · Женщины.
- Что важно проверить
- Возраст, диагноз и пол — только базовые ориентиры. Предыдущее лечение, анализы и другие обязательные условия указаны ниже в критериях участия.
- Где проводится
- США
- Следующий шаг
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Обзор
The purpose of this study is to evaluate the efficacy of two proprietary ashwagandha extracts on symptoms of menopause and hormone levels, as compared to a placebo.
Подробное описание
Participants will take one of two extracts or a placebo every day for 84 days; outcomes of self-report menopausal symptoms collected on a trio of scales will provide information on effectiveness.
Вмешательства
- Пищевая добавка ashwagandha root
This substance is extracted from the root of the plant. - Пищевая добавка ashwagandha root and leaf
This substance is extracted from both the root and leaves of the plant. - Другое Placebo
The inert placebo does not contain any of the plant matter.
Первичные конечные точки
- Proprietary Menopause Symptom Scale (NRI-MSS) [Срок оценки: days 0, 28, 56, and 84]
- Menopause-Specific Quality of Life (MenQoL) [Срок оценки: days 0, 28, 56, and 84]
- Menopause Rating Scale (MRS) [Срок оценки: Days 0, 28, 56, and 84]
Вторичные конечные точки (2)
- Estriol [Срок оценки: days 0, 84]
- Estradiol [Срок оценки: days 0, 84]
Критерии участия
Критерии включения
- Provision of signed and dated informed consent form
- Stated willingness and demonstrated ability to comply with all study procedures, as well as availability for the duration of the study
- Baseline score of above-average menopause symptom levels on each of the patient reported scales: NRI-MSS (defined as 22+), the MRS scale (defined as 9+), AND 4+ on the MENQoL.
- Confirmation of presence of hot flashes
- Estridiol levels within the bottom 35% of normal ranges for their menstrual cycle phase (follicular/ovulation/luteal) as established by laboratory reference range
- Biological sex of female; gender identification of woman
- Aged 40 to 55, inclusive
- Good general health as evidenced by medical history and screening
- For females of reproductive potential: use of highly effective contraception for at least 1 month prior to screening and agreement to use such a method during study participation and for an additional month after the end of the study
- Still menstruating regularly (defined at least one period every 60 days)
- Agreement to adhere to Lifestyle Considerations throughout study duration
Критерии исключения
- Pregnant, trying to conceive, or breastfeeding
- Hysterectomy, uterine ablation, or related procedure
- Amenorrhea
- Consumes > 8 alcoholic beverages in an average week
- Currently consumes an ashwagandha supplement or has consumed one regularly (defined as 1x week or more often) within the past 24 months
- Consumes any hormonal therapies or menopause-related supplements intended to improve symptoms in any way
- Current or recent (within 60 days) history of taking thyroid medications, hypertensive drugs, CNS depressants, diabetic medications, benzodiazepines, or immunosuppressants
- Any liver, kidney, hormonal, or cardiovascular disorder
- Known allergic reactions to any components of the intervention
- Recent dramatic weight changes (10% change in body weight in the last 6 months)
- Introducing a new investigational drug or other intervention within 60 days before the start of the study
- Any change to diet or lifestyle within 60 days before the start of the study (defined as introducing any new exercise activity, joining a gym, starting a new routine, moving to a new home, adjusting dietary habits (e.g. vegetarian, paleo, etc) or discontinuing any habits or diets.
- Any health or medical condition which, in the primary investigators opinion, may interfere with the conduct of the study
Критерии приведены из реестра в оригинале (на английском). Окончательную оценку соответствия проводит исследовательский центр.
Здоровые добровольцы: Нет
Дизайн исследования
- Распределение
- Рандомизированное
- Модель
- Параллельные группы
- Маскирование
- Тройное слепое
- Основная цель
- Другое
Центры проведения
США · 1 центр
- Nutraceuticals Research Institute — Huntsville
Идентификаторы
NCT: NCT07210229 · 25-08-200