N-acetylcysteine to protect kidneys during cisplatin chemotherapy
Treatments studied
Part of Cancer, Kidney & urinary, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study tests whether a supplement called N-acetylcysteine (a type of antioxidant) can help protect the kidneys during cisplatin chemotherapy. Cisplatin is a common cancer drug but can sometimes harm the kidneys, so this trial aims to see if adding this supplement reduces that risk.
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Who can take part
- You have a confirmed cancer diagnosis (by biopsy or other lab test).
- Your kidneys are working well (a test called GFR is 60 or above).
- Your blood counts and liver tests are in the normal range.
- You are physically active and able to care for yourself (Karnofsky score of 80 or higher).
- You are receiving chemotherapy that includes cisplatin.
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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