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New treatment option for Asthma, Allergic
Official title Plant Stanol Esters and Preventing Asthma Symptoms
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT03983603
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Plant stanols are known to lower low-density lipoprotein cholesterol. However, studies have suggested that these compounds also influence the immune system.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 70
You may be able to join if
- Diagnosed with allergic asthma (GINA step 1-4) which is in a stable phase at the moment of inclusion (defined as no changes in asthma control and...
- Have been treated with prescribed asthma medication for at least one year
- Aged 18-70 years old
- BMI between 20 and 35 kg/m2
- Willing to abstain from products containing plant sterols or stanols one month prior to the study (products with a cholesterol lowering claim of...
You likely can't join if
- Currently smoking or quitted smoking in the past year, with a maximum of 10 packyears as smoking history (packyears = packs per day \ years of...
- Allergy to an ingredient of the soft chews
- Suffering from inflammatory diseases (for CVD, illness must be minimally 3 years ago and currently under control in order to participate in the study)
- Fasting plasma glucose \> 7.0 mmol/L
- Fasting serum TC \> 8.0 mmol/L
- Having donated blood within one month prior to the start of the study, or planning to donate blood during the study
See the full eligibility criteria
- Diagnosed with allergic asthma (GINA step 1-4) which is in a stable phase at the moment of inclusion (defined as no changes in asthma control and lung function in (at least) the past three months)
- Have been treated with prescribed asthma medication for at least one year
- Aged 18-70 years old
- BMI between 20 and 35 kg/m2
- Willing to abstain from products containing plant sterols or stanols one month prior to the study (products with a cholesterol lowering claim of Becel ProActiv, Benecol, Danacol, store brands)
- Willing to abstain from products containing plant sterols or stanols during the study (products with a cholesterol lowering claim of Becel ProActiv, Benecol, Danacol, store brands)
- Willing to keep the intake of fish oil supplements constant
- Currently smoking or quitted smoking in the past year, with a maximum of 10 packyears as smoking history (packyears = packs per day \ years of smoking)
- Allergy to an ingredient of the soft chews
- Suffering from inflammatory diseases (for CVD, illness must be minimally 3 years ago and currently under control in order to participate in the study)
- Fasting plasma glucose \> 7.0 mmol/L
- Fasting serum TC \> 8.0 mmol/L
- Having donated blood within one month prior to the start of the study, or planning to donate blood during the study
- Pregnant women
- Breastfeeding women
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Maastricht, Limburg, Netherlands
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years to 70 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Maastricht, Limburg, Netherlands. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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