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Recruiting Phase 1 NCT06502834

NCT06502834 Effect of 4 Weeks of Oral D. Piger on Safety, Pharmacokinetics and Ethanol Metabolism in Overweight Individuals (2023)

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NCT ID NCT06502834
Status Recruiting
Phase Phase 1
Sponsor Max Nieuwdorp
Condition Obesity
Study Type INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment 20 participants
Start Date 2024-05-01
Primary Completion 2024-12-01

Eligibility & Interventions

Sex All sexes
Min Age 18 Years
Max Age 70 Years
Study Type INTERVENTIONAL
Interventions
D pigerPlacebo

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What to Expect as a Participant

You will actively receive the study intervention — which may be a drug, biologic, device, or procedure.

Phase 1 is the earliest stage of human testing — safety and dosage are the primary focus. Visits are frequent and medical supervision is intensive. You will be among the first people to receive this treatment.

This trial targets 20 participants in total. It began in 2024-05-01 with a primary completion date of 2024-12-01.

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Brief Summary

The goal of the study is to determine the effect of supplementation of the d piger strain on intestinal ethanol production in individuals with overweight. The investigators will perform a randomized trial in 2x10 participants to measure effects on ethanol in blood, and perform fecal analyses.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion: Male or (postmenopausal) females * Increased waist circumference (\>102 cm men, 88\>cm women) * Insulin resistance (HOMA\>2.5) * 18-70 years Exclusion Criteria: * Use of systemic medication (except for paracetamol), including antibiotics and pro-/prebiotics in the past three months or during the study period. * A history of a cardiovascular event * A history of cholecystectomy * Overt untreated gastrointestinal disease or abnormal bowel habits * Liver enzymes\>2.5 fold higher than the upper limit of normal range * Smoking * Alcohol abuse

Contact & Investigator

Central Contact

M Nieuwdorp, prof dr

✉ m.nieuwdorp@amsterdamumc.nl

📞 020-5669111

Principal Investigator

Max Nieuwdorp, prof dr

PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR

Amsterdam UMC, location AMC

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can join the NCT06502834 clinical trial?

This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 18 Years or older, up to 70 Years, studying Obesity. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.

What phase is the NCT06502834 trial and what does that mean for participants?

Phase 1 trials are the first stage of human testing. The primary goal is to assess safety and determine appropriate dosage levels. Participants are closely monitored. These trials typically involve a small number of volunteers.

Is NCT06502834 currently recruiting?

Yes, NCT06502834 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at m.nieuwdorp@amsterdamumc.nl for enrollment information.

Where is the NCT06502834 trial being conducted?

This trial is being conducted at Amsterdam, Netherlands.

Who is sponsoring the NCT06502834 clinical trial?

NCT06502834 is sponsored by Max Nieuwdorp. The principal investigator is Max Nieuwdorp, prof dr at Amsterdam UMC, location AMC. The trial plans to enroll 20 participants.

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