Clinical trial for Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD)
Official title Milk Thistle Clinical Trial in Pediatric NAFLD
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06477146
What this study is testing
What is Milk thistle (MT)?
This is an investigational herbal supplement being studied as a potential treatment for Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease. is designed to provide silymarin, a compound found in milk thistle, which is being evaluated for its effects on liver health.
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 study wants to see if Milk Thistle can improve fatty liver disease in kids, offering an easier option than strict diet and exercise.
- Who it's for
- Children who have non‑alcoholic fatty liver disease.
- What's involved
- Participants will take Milk Thistle supplements and have regular check‑ups and tests to monitor liver health.
- Time commitment
- The trial lasts several months, with scheduled visits for medication doses and health assessments.
- Phase 2: a mid-size study of how well it works
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 9 to 22
You may be able to join if
- 1\. In children, obesity is defined as BMI greater than or equal to 95th percentile in weight and overweight is defined as greater than or equal to...
- 2\. Risk factors associated with overweight child that warrant screening and inclusion are: a.
- 3\. For participants 18 years or older: Obesity is defined as BMI greater than or equal to 30 kg/m2
- b. Evidence of Sonographic presence of hepatic steatosis with greater than 5% steatosis on Ultrasound or FibroScan [with a controlled attenuation...
- Female participants are eligible if the participant is of reproductive potential and have a negative -serum pregnancy test (beta human chorionic...
You likely can't join if
- Patients with cardiovascular disorders (such as history of myocardial infarction, stroke, DVT)
- Medical conditions including history of malignancy, transplantation, immunologic diseases (rheumatoid arthritis, inflammatory bowel disease, systemic...
- ALT greater than 200 U/L
- AST greater than 200 U/L
- Total bilirubin greater than 2.0 mg/dL
- ALP greater than 500 U/L
See the full eligibility criteria
- 1\. In children, obesity is defined as BMI greater than or equal to 95th percentile in weight and overweight is defined as greater than or equal to the 85th percentile to less than the 95th percentile.
- 2\. Risk factors associated with overweight child that warrant screening and inclusion are: a. Central obesity, Family history of NAFLD/non-alcoholic steatohepatitis(NASH), pre-diabetic or diabetic, dyslipidemia, sleep...
- 3\. For participants 18 years or older: Obesity is defined as BMI greater than or equal to 30 kg/m2; overweight is defined as BMI greater than or equal to 25 kg/m2 and less than 30 kg/m2.
- b. Evidence of Sonographic presence of hepatic steatosis with greater than 5% steatosis on Ultrasound or FibroScan [with a controlled attenuation parameter (CAP) score of 238 or greater)] prior to start of trial...
- Female participants are eligible if the participant is of reproductive potential and have a negative -serum pregnancy test (beta human chorionic gonadotropin), are not breastfeeding, and do not plan to become pregnant...
- Male patients who are sexually active with a partner of child-bearing potential must either be sterile (vasectomy with history of a negative sperm count at least 90 days following the procedure)
- Patients with cardiovascular disorders (such as history of myocardial infarction, stroke, DVT)
- Medical conditions including history of malignancy, transplantation, immunologic diseases (rheumatoid arthritis, inflammatory bowel disease, systemic lupus erythematosus, autoimmune thyroiditis, idiopathic...
- ALT greater than 200 U/L
- AST greater than 200 U/L
- Total bilirubin greater than 2.0 mg/dL
- ALP greater than 500 U/L
- INR greater than 1.4
- GGT greater than 200 U/L
- people with history or other evidence of severe illness or any other conditions that would make the subject, in the opinion of the investigator, unsuitable for participation in the trial (such as poorly controlled...
- people with unstable diabetes, or HbA1c \>9% will be excluded from the study.
- people who report binge drinking will be excluded from this study.
- people who partake or state consumption history of tobacco use, vaping, marijuana use, or illicit drug abuse will be excluded from the study.
- people with severe hepatic dysfunction and synthetic dysfunction with hypoalbuminemia (Albumin \ 1.4) will be excluded from the study.
- Exclude people with abnormal renal function characterized as serum creatinine greater than the upper limit of normal range (based on the University of Iowa, Department of Pathology Lab Services Handbook): Pediatric Age...
- Breast feeding women will be excluded from this clinical trial.
- people who are participating in other drug trials will be excluded from participating.
- people with a reported or known history of allergy or anaphylactic reaction to Ragweed will be excluded from this study.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Cleveland, Ohio, 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?
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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, 9 years to 22 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Cleveland, Ohio, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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