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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
No Placebo-Only Group
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.
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.
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
Study objectives can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.Secondary study objectives
Diurnal Cortisol Slope
Gut microbiome diversity
Salivary Dihydrotestosterone
+1 moreOther study objectives
Total lesion count
Awards & Highlights
No Placebo-Only Group
All patients enrolled in this study will receive some form of active treatment.
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
32 Previous Clinical Trials
1,938 Total Patients Enrolled
5 Trials studying Acne Vulgaris
228 Patients Enrolled for Acne Vulgaris
Codex LabsUNKNOWN
1 Previous Clinical Trials
150 Total Patients Enrolled
Raja Sivamani, MD MS APPrincipal InvestigatorPrincipal Investigator
4 Previous Clinical Trials
162 Total Patients Enrolled
1 Trials studying Acne Vulgaris
30 Patients Enrolled for Acne Vulgaris
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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.
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