Antioxidants for beta thalassemia: N-acetyl cysteine and alpha lipoic acid
Treatments studied
Part of Blood & lymphatic, Genetic & congenital clinical trials.
This trial tests whether two common antioxidants—N-acetyl cysteine and alpha lipoic acid—can help people with beta thalassemia. It aims to see if these supplements improve health outcomes when added to usual care.
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Who can take part
- You must have a confirmed diagnosis of beta thalassemia and be receiving standard treatment.
- You must be 18 years old or older.
- You cannot have diabetes, heart disease, or a history of heart attack or stroke.
- You cannot have kidney or liver problems.
- You cannot be pregnant, obese, or have certain other medical conditions (like lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, COPD, or cancer).
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