Recruiting NA Stress

New treatment option for Stress

Official title Effects of Ashwagandha Extract on Stress Levels

ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06793891

What this study is testing

What it's testing
The purpose of this study is to evaluate the efficacy of two proprietary ashwagandha extracts on stress levels, with secondary outcomes of cognition, energy, and sleep, as compared to a placebo.
  • You might receive a placebo (an inactive treatment) instead of the study drug.

A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.

Who can take part

Ages 30 to 59, women only. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.

You may be able to join if

  • 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
  • Self reported high stress
  • Baseline score of above-average stress levels on the NRI-SS
  • Biological sex of woman; gender identification of female

You likely can't join if

  • Pregnancy, trying to conceive, or breastfeeding
  • Currently smokes or vapes (i.e., tobacco, flavored items, marijuana, etc.) or has in the past year
  • Consumes \> 8 alcoholic beverages in an average week
  • Is a primary caretaker for a child younger than 18 months of age
  • Currently consumes an ashwagandha supplement or has consumed one regularly (defined as 1x week or more often) within the past 24 months
  • Consumes any stress aid, medication, diet, or supplement intended to improve stress in any way
See the full eligibility criteria
Who can join
  • 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
  • Self reported high stress
  • Baseline score of above-average stress levels on the NRI-SS
  • Biological sex of woman; gender identification of female
  • Aged 30 to 59, 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...
  • Agreement to adhere to Lifestyle Considerations throughout study duration
What rules you out
  • Pregnancy, trying to conceive, or breastfeeding
  • Currently smokes or vapes (i.e., tobacco, flavored items, marijuana, etc.) or has in the past year
  • Consumes \> 8 alcoholic beverages in an average week
  • Is a primary caretaker for a child younger than 18 months of age
  • Currently consumes an ashwagandha supplement or has consumed one regularly (defined as 1x week or more often) within the past 24 months
  • Consumes any stress aid, medication, diet, or supplement intended to improve stress 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 or kidney disorder
  • Known allergic reactions to any components of the intervention
  • Positive COVID-19 test within 30 days of the study period
  • 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
  • Introducing a new lifestyle stress-reduction aid (i.e. physical activity, yoga, etc) within 60 days before the start of the study

The study team makes the final eligibility decision.

Where it's taking place

  • Huntsville, Alabama, 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 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, 30 years to 59 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.

Where is this trial taking place?

Study sites include Huntsville, Alabama, 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.