Mushroom extract supplement for lung cancer chemo patients
Part of Cancer, Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This study tests whether a supplement from a medicinal mushroom (Antrodia cinnamomea, also known as niu zhang zhi) can improve quality of life for people with lung cancer who are receiving platinum-based chemotherapy.
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Who can take part
- You have been diagnosed with lung cancer (confirmed by tests like a biopsy or CT scan).
- You are at least 18 years old.
- You are currently receiving or have recently received platinum-based chemotherapy (a common type of chemo for lung cancer).
- Your doctor expects you to live at least 6 more months.
- You do not have serious liver or kidney problems, active infections, or severe heart issues.
- You are not currently taking hormone therapy or supplements with Antrodia camphorata.
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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