Vitamin E for rheumatoid arthritis inflammation
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Immune system & allergy, Skin clinical trials.
This study tests whether adding vitamin E to standard rheumatoid arthritis treatment can reduce inflammation and disease activity. It is designed for women with early RA who are not getting enough vitamin E from their diet.
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Who can take part
- You are female and over 18 years old
- You have early rheumatoid arthritis (diagnosed within the last 2 years)
- You currently take standard RA medications like methotrexate or hydroxychloroquine
- Your RA is moderately to highly active (DAS28 score of 3.2 or higher)
- You do not take vitamin E or iron supplements, aspirin, steroids, or other specified medicines
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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