Taurine for teens with lingering COVID symptoms
Treatments studied
Part of Infections, Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This study tests whether taking a daily supplement called taurine helps teenagers who still have COVID symptoms like fatigue or brain fog months after their infection. It may offer a simple way to feel better.
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Who can take part
- You are between 10 and 17 years old.
- You had COVID-19 at least 3 months ago, and your symptoms have lasted for at least 2 months.
- You still have symptoms like tiredness or trouble thinking right now.
- You are not taking any prescription medications for fatigue or memory problems (or you can stop them 4 weeks before the study starts).
- You agree not to take extra taurine (like from energy drinks or supplements) during the study.
- If you are sexually active and could get pregnant, you must agree to use birth control or not have sex.
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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