Traditional Chinese medicine syrup for recovery after ICU stay
This study tests whether a traditional Chinese medicine syrup (Compound Ejiao Syrup) can help improve your strength and daily quality of life after a serious illness in the ICU. The syrup is taken by mouth after you leave the ICU, and the study tracks your recovery over several months.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 75 years old.
- You have just left the intensive care unit (ICU) within the last day.
- You were on a breathing machine (ventilator) for at least 48 hours during this ICU stay.
- You stayed in the ICU for at least 8 days but no more than 28 days.
- You can breathe on your own without needing high-flow oxygen (nasal tube at 5 liters per minute or less).
- You can sit up, stand, or walk short distances with help, and you could walk independently before this illness.
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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