Ulcerative Colitis study: Aquamin
Official title Aquamin® for Prevention of Ulcerative Colitis J-Pouch-associate Intestinal Inflammation
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07501078
What this study is testing
What is Aquamin?
Aquamin is an investigational oral mineral supplement being studied as a potential way to reduce inflammation and protect the gut lining in people with ulcerative colitis who have a J‑pouch.
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 aims to find out whether Aquamin® is safe and can lower inflammation or the risk of pouchitis in people with a surgically created J‑pouch.
- Who it's for
- Adults who have ulcerative colitis and have had surgery to create a J‑pouch.
- What's involved
- Participants will take the Aquamin® supplement and attend study visits for monitoring, which may include stool samples and basic health checks.
- 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 18 to 80
You may be able to join if
- Must be able to give written informed consent (or assent as appropriate)
- Must have the following: UC with ileal pouch-anal anastomosis (IPAA) using a J-pouch without an ileostomy within the last nine months
- For pre-menopausal women 18 years of age and older with intact reproductive organs, a negative pregnancy test is required within two weeks prior to...
You likely can't join if
- Female people must not be pregnant or lactating; and female of childbearing potential unwilling to use acceptable birth control throughout the study.
- Must not be participating in any other treatment trial using an investigational drug.
- people likely to be uncooperative or unable to comply with study procedures
- History or diagnosis of Crohn's disease
- History or diagnosis of hereditary gastrointestinal (GI) syndromes, Severe gastrointestinal bleeding/complications, (gastrointestinal bleeding from...
- History or diagnosis of any gastrointestinal malignancy
See the full eligibility criteria
- Must be able to give written informed consent (or assent as appropriate)
- Must have the following: UC with ileal pouch-anal anastomosis (IPAA) using a J-pouch without an ileostomy within the last nine months
- For pre-menopausal women 18 years of age and older with intact reproductive organs, a negative pregnancy test is required within two weeks prior to the baseline visit.
- Female people must not be pregnant or lactating; and female of childbearing potential unwilling to use acceptable birth control throughout the study.
- Must not be participating in any other treatment trial using an investigational drug.
- people likely to be uncooperative or unable to comply with study procedures
- History or diagnosis of Crohn's disease
- History or diagnosis of hereditary gastrointestinal (GI) syndromes, Severe gastrointestinal bleeding/complications, (gastrointestinal bleeding from gastric or duodenal ulcers, or gastrin-secreting tumors).
- History or diagnosis of any gastrointestinal malignancy
- Kidney disease, including kidney "stones" or hypercalcemia. acute renal failure (past 12 weeks). (Note: A doubtful stone passed in the urine more than three years ago is not considered evidence of current renal stone...
- Congenital coagulopathies or hereditary hemorrhagic disorders; treatment with therapeutic doses of warfarin or heparin
- Calcium, Magnesium, including multivitamins that have low amounts of Calcium/Magnesium and fiber supplements. (Multivitamins without any minerals are allowed).
- Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications (NSAIDs), such as Naproxen or Ibuprofen (except for occasional pain control or low dose aspirin for cardiovascular disease prevention) per protocol.
- Oral or rectal Corticosteroids (a type of steroid drug such as prednisone or cortisol that helps the body to regulate stress response, immune response and inflammation) and antibiotics (except these can be used briefly...
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Ann Arbor, Michigan, 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, 18 years to 80 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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