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New treatment option for PCOS
Official title Fish Oil, Metformin and Heart Health in PCOS
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06424860
What this study is testing
What is Metformin?
Metformin is an investigational medicine, being studied as a potential treatment for pcos.
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
- Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) have high testosterone levels which is associated with altered insulin-glucose metabolism and an adverse blood lipid profile, predisposing them to the development of Type II Diabetes and Cardiovascular Disease (CVD). This study will investigate the use of dietary fish oil supplementation as a safe and effective intervention, and as an adjunct therapy to standard of care treatment with metformin to improve heart health, blood lipids and insulin-glucose metabolism in women with PCOS, and those with PCOS and Type 2 Diabetes.
- Phase 1: an early, usually small safety study
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 25 to 45, women only
You may be able to join if
- diagnosis of PCOS
- overweight-obese (BMI \>25 kg/m2)
- elevated fasting plasma TG (\>150 mg/dL)
- and/or apoB48-remnant cholesterol lipoproteins (\>20 ug/ml)
- impaired insulin sensitivity (glucose 100-125 mg/dL and/or insulin \>15 (uM/ml), and may be diagnosed with T2D (blood glucose \>126 mg/dL).
You likely can't join if
- -pregnancy, lactation
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
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 female, 25 years to 45 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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