PCOS study: Ketone vs Water
Official title Exogenous Ketone Supplementation in Females with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06155708
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The study wants to find out whether taking a ketone supplement can help with blood sugar control, blood vessel function, blood pressure, and exercise responses in women who have PCOS.
- Who it's for
- Women of reproductive age who have been diagnosed with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).
- What's involved
- Participants will drink either a ketone supplement or a placebo on two separate days. They will then have tests for blood sugar, blood vessel function, blood pressure, and how their heart reacts to exercise.
- Time commitment
- The study lasts a few days, with two test days and several blood and heart function tests on each day.
You might receive a placebo (an inactive treatment) instead of the study drug.
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Who can take part
Ages 18 to 40. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- All female participants will report female sex assigned at birth
- All participants will be aged 18 to 40
- PCOS diagnosis
You likely can't join if
- Current smokers or a prolonged history of smoking
- Presence or history of overt cardiometabolic disease (e.g., stage 2 hypertension, diabetes, heart disease), neurologic disease, or endocrinopathy...
- Current pregnancy or currently breastfeeding
- Current use of medications which may affect our outcomes of interest (e.g., anti-hypertensives, anti-androgens, metformin)
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Montreal, Quebec, 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?
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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 40 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Montreal, Quebec, Canada. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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