Pycnogenol for Gulf War illness
Part of Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This study tests a natural supplement called Pycnogenol (from French maritime pine bark) to see if it helps with symptoms of Gulf War Illness. It is for male veterans who have already been in a related botanical study and can commit to a year-long trial.
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Who can take part
- You must be male.
- You have been diagnosed with Gulf War Illness using either the Kansas or CDC criteria.
- You previously completed the botanical trial for Curcumin, Resveratrol, and Stinging Nettle for Gulf War Illness.
- You can commit to participating for 12 months.
- You are not taking blood thinners, certain medications (like lithium, tacrolimus, cancer drugs, or nitroglycerin), and do not have uncontrolled diabetes (A1C > 9).
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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