Pumpkin seed oil for hemodialysis patients
Part of Kidney & urinary, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study tests if pumpkin seed oil, a natural supplement, can improve health in people on long-term dialysis. It may help with inflammation and nutrition without using prescription drugs.
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Who can take part
- You have been on dialysis for more than 6 months
- You are in stable health with no recent hospital stays
- You do not have diabetes, autoimmune disease, liver disease, cancer, or AIDS
- You are not taking blood thinners, cholesterol medication, or extra supplements
- You do not produce more than a cup of urine daily (little to no remaining kidney function)
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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