Silymarin for ulcerative colitis
Treatments studied
Part of Digestive system clinical trials.
This study tests whether silymarin (an extract from milk thistle) can help treat ulcerative colitis when added to your usual treatment. It may reduce inflammation and oxidative stress in the colon.
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Who can take part
- You must be between 18 and 65 years old.
- You cannot have serious kidney or liver problems.
- You cannot be pregnant, breastfeeding, or a smoker.
- You cannot be taking corticosteroids (e.g., prednisone) or biologic medicines for your colitis.
- You cannot be taking any other antioxidant supplements like vitamin E or CoQ10.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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