Vitamin C and Coenzyme Q10 to protect kidneys during chemo
Treatments studied
Part of Cancer clinical trials.
This trial tests whether taking vitamin C and coenzyme Q10 can help protect your kidneys from damage caused by certain chemotherapy drugs (cisplatin and gemcitabine). It may be an option if you are about to start chemotherapy for cancer and have healthy kidneys.
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Who can take part
- You have been diagnosed with cancer and have not had chemotherapy before
- You are between 18 and 65 years old
- You are scheduled to receive chemotherapy with cisplatin and gemcitabine
- Your kidney function is normal (eGFR of 60 or higher)
- You are in good physical condition (able to do most daily activities) and your blood counts and liver function are within acceptable ranges
- You do not have uncontrolled diabetes, active infection, heart failure, liver problems, stomach inflammation, or an enzyme deficiency (G6PD)
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