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Probiotics + Herbal Supplements for Acne
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Led By Raja Sivamani, MD MS AP
Research Sponsored by Integrative Skin Science and Research
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial Must have
Be younger than 65 years old
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up 8 weeks
Awards & highlights
Study Summary
This trial looks at how probiotics and herbs can change the gut bacteria in people with acne, helping to improve their skin.
Who is the study for?
This trial is for individuals aged 12 to 45 with mild to moderate non-cystic acne. Participants must have at least 10 inflammatory and 5 non-inflammatory lesions, not be pregnant or breastfeeding, and agree not to change their facial regimen or use certain medications during the study.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The study is testing how taking probiotics and an oral herbal powder supplement might affect the gut microbiome and reduce sebum production in people with acne but without severe cysts.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
Potential side effects may include digestive discomfort due to changes in gut bacteria from probiotics, as well as possible allergic reactions or sensitivities to ingredients in the herbal supplement.
Timeline
Screening ~ 3 weeks3 visits
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~ 8 weeks
Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~8 weeks
Treatment Details
Study Objectives
Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.Secondary outcome measures
Diurnal Cortisol Slope
Gut microbiome diversity
Salivary Dihydrotestosterone
+1 moreOther outcome measures
Total lesion count
Trial Design
2Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Group I: ProbioticExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Daily consumption of probiotic
Group II: Oral herbal supplementExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Daily consumption of oral herbal supplement powder
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Who is running the clinical trial?
Integrative Skin Science and ResearchLead Sponsor
31 Previous Clinical Trials
2,698 Total Patients Enrolled
3 Trials studying Acne
1,052 Patients Enrolled for Acne
Codex LabsUNKNOWN
1 Previous Clinical Trials
1,000 Total Patients Enrolled
1 Trials studying Acne
1,000 Patients Enrolled for Acne
Raja Sivamani, MD MS APPrincipal InvestigatorPrincipal Investigator
4 Previous Clinical Trials
162 Total Patients Enrolled
2 Trials studying Acne
52 Patients Enrolled for Acne
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Eligibility Criteria:
This trial includes the following eligibility criteria:- I am willing to stop taking probiotic supplements 1 month before joining the study.I haven't taken isotretinoin in the last 3 months.I have been diagnosed with severe acne by a healthcare professional.I am taking finasteride or dutasteride.I am willing to stop using topical antibiotics and benzoyl peroxide for 2 weeks before joining.I have mild to moderate acne.I have taken antibiotics for acne in the last month.I haven't changed my hormonal-based contraception or therapies in the last 3 months.I am currently using birth control pills or hormone therapies containing estrogen or progesterone.I am between 12 and 45 years old.
Research Study Groups:
This trial has the following groups:- Group 1: Probiotic
- Group 2: Oral herbal supplement
Awards:
This trial has 1 awards, including:- No Placebo-Only Group - All patients enrolled in this study will receive some form of active treatment.
Timeline:
This trial has the following timeline:- Screening: It may take up to 3 Weeks to process to see if you qualify in this trial.
- Treatment: The duration you will receive the treatment varies.
- Follow Ups: You may be asked to continue sharing information regarding the trial for 6 Months after you stop receiving the treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.
What specific eligibility requirements must be met to partake in this clinical investigation?
"Patients 12-45 years old who are affected by acne may be accepted into this clinical trial with up to 34 people being enrolled."
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Does the age limit of this clinical trial extend beyond 35 years?
"This clinical trial requires all participants to lie within the age range of 12 and 45. There are separate studies for those under 18, as well as a cohort aged 65 or above."
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Is the recruitment process ongoing for this research initiative?
"Unfortunately, the data hosted on clinicaltrials.gov shows that this medical study is no longer accepting participants; it was first posted on June 26th 2023 and its last update occurred around the same time. Fortunately, there are 84 other trials actively searching for patients right now."
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