Randomised, double blind, placebo-controlled trial for testing the efficacy of a botanical formulation in reducing cold and flu symptoms

Completed

• Conditions: Common cold and flu; Infections and Infestations

• Registration Number: ISRCTN09166218
• Lead Sponsor: Radix Bioresearch Corporation (USA)

Brief Summary

Not available

Detailed Description

Not available

Study Timeline

• Study Start: 2006-09-25
• Last Update Posted: 13 January 2015

Recruitment & Eligibility

• Status: Completed
• Sex: All
• Target Recruitment: 60

Inclusion Criteria

1. Aged 60 to 80 years old
2. Having a normal clinical chemistry profile (tested at baseline)
3. Physician clearance
4. Willingness to be randomised to the treatment or placebo groups and adhere to all aspects of the study protocol

Exclusion Criteria

1. Acute or serious chronic diseases
2. Currently taking prescription medication or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs
3. Use of vitamin or mineral supplements within the past three months
4. A history of alcohol or drug abuse
5. Marked sleep disturbances, serious allergies or salient emotional or mood problems
6. A history of systemic infection, bone fracture or surgery

Study & Design

• Study Type: Interventional
• Study Design: Not specified