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New treatment option for Interstitial Cystitis
Official title Peppermint Oil for the Treatment of Interstitial Cystitis / Bladder Pain Syndrome
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT04845217
What this study is testing
What is Peppermint oil?
Peppermint oil is an investigational medicine, given as an once-daily pill taken by mouth, being studied as a potential treatment for interstitial cystitis.
Also referred to as Peptogest Peppermint Oil.
Plain-language explanation of the investigational treatment - it is being studied and is not an approved or proven therapy. The study team can confirm the details.
- What it's testing
- The purpose of this study is to assess the use of peppermint oil as a treatment for Interstitial Cystitis/Bladder Pain Syndrome (IC/BPS).
- Phase 2: a mid-size study of how well it works
- Time commitment: about 8 weeks
- You might receive a placebo (an inactive treatment) instead of the study drug, decided by chance.
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 65, women only. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Women ages 18-65 years old
- Diagnosed with IC/BPS for at least one month prior to study enrollment
You likely can't join if
- Culture proven urinary tract infection within 1 month of randomization
- Gross hematuria
- Currently pregnant or breastfeeding
- Unable to speak and read English
- History of allergic reaction to peppermint, coconut or enteric coating
- History of malabsorption syndrome
See the full eligibility criteria
- Women ages 18-65 years old
- Diagnosed with IC/BPS for at least one month prior to study enrollment
- Culture proven urinary tract infection within 1 month of randomization
- Gross hematuria
- Currently pregnant or breastfeeding
- Unable to speak and read English
- History of allergic reaction to peppermint, coconut or enteric coating
- History of malabsorption syndrome
- History of gastroparesis
- History of gastric bypass surgery
- History of gastrointestinal, genitourinary or pelvic cancer in the last 5 years
- History of insulin dependent diabetes
- History of active urinary stone disease
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Louisville, Kentucky, United States
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 study runs about 8 weeks per participant, based on its public description. The team confirms the exact schedule and number of visits before you enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling female, 18 years to 65 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Louisville, Kentucky, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.