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Potassium Supplementation for Blood Pressure Control
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Research Sponsored by University of Delaware
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial Must have
Be between 18 and 65 years old
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up on day 10 of each diet
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Study Summary
This trial tests if adding potassium to a high-sodium diet can help lower blood pressure & protect blood vessel & nervous system health.
Who is the study for?
This trial is for men and women aged 18-45, from any racial or ethnic background, who are in good cardiovascular health. Participants should have a body mass index (BMI) less than 30 and blood pressure below 130/80 mmHg.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The study is examining if taking potassium chloride supplements can help counteract the negative effects of a high-sodium diet on blood vessel function, blood pressure response, and the autonomic nervous system in healthy adults.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
Possible side effects of potassium chloride supplements may include stomach discomfort, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting or feelings of tingling in hands or feet.
Timeline
Screening ~ 3 weeks3 visits
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~ on day 10 of each diet
Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~on day 10 of each diet
Treatment Details
Study Objectives
Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.Primary outcome measures
Blood pressure reactivity
Conduit artery endothelial dependent dilation
Superoxide levels
Trial Design
3Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Group I: Moderate potassium/low sodiumExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Subjects will consume a diet moderation in potassium and low in sodium.
Group II: Moderate potassium/high sodiumExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Subjects will consume a diet moderation in potassium and high in sodium.
Group III: High potassium/high sodiumExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Subjects will consume a diet moderation in potassium and high in sodium.
Treatment
First Studied
Drug Approval Stage
How many patients have taken this drug
Placebo
1995
Completed Phase 3
~2670
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Who is running the clinical trial?
University of DelawareLead Sponsor
154 Previous Clinical Trials
25,059 Total Patients Enrolled
7 Trials studying Cardiovascular Risk
368 Patients Enrolled for Cardiovascular Risk
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Eligibility Criteria:
This trial includes the following eligibility criteria:- I have had bleeding in my stomach or intestines before.I have cancer.I have an inflammatory condition.I am either a man or a woman.I have kidney disease.I have a blood clotting disorder.I have high blood pressure.I have a known heart condition.I have diabetes.I have had kidney stones in the past.I am between 18 and 45 years old.I have a disorder affecting my adrenal glands.
Research Study Groups:
This trial has the following groups:- Group 1: Moderate potassium/low sodium
- Group 2: Moderate potassium/high sodium
- Group 3: High potassium/high sodium
Awards:
This trial has 0 awards, including: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.
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