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Comparing the Pharmacological Profile of Formulations Containing Omega 3 Fatty Acids

Not Applicable
Completed
Conditions
Pharmacokinetics
Interventions
Dietary Supplement: RxOmega-3 soft gels (Enteric)
Dietary Supplement: Omega-3 Complete soft gels (Non-Enteric)
Dietary Supplement: Omega-3 LipoMicel® soft gels
Registration Number
NCT05394701
Lead Sponsor
Factors Group of Nutritional Companies Inc.
Brief Summary

The primary objective of this study is to investigate the uptake/gastrointestinal absorption of fatty acids in healthy adult volunteers by using enteric coated and non-enteric coated soft capsules containing omega 3 fatty acids. Pharmacokinetic parameters such as AUC and Cmax, as well as any adverse events are recorded.

As secondary objective, the short-term effects of Omega-3 supplementation on blood lipid parameters in healthy volunteers are evaluated using a Cholestech LDX analyzer to measure cholesterol and related lipids.

Detailed Description

Not available

Recruitment & Eligibility

Status
COMPLETED
Sex
All
Target Recruitment
12
Inclusion Criteria
  • Age 21-65
  • healthy, good physical condition
Exclusion Criteria
  • Pregnancy or breast-feeding
  • Gastrointestinal conditions
  • Acute or chronic liver disease
  • Acute or chronic kidney disease
  • Acute or chronic cardiovascular disease
  • Allergy or Intolerance to gluten
  • Allergy or Intolerance to fish or shellfish
  • Use of medications (e.g., anticoagulants/ blood thinners such as warfarin; blood lipid-lowering agents such as statins)
  • Use of Fish oil supplements
  • Use of any form of nicotine or tobacco
  • Alcohol and substance abuse history
  • Participation in another investigational study

Study & Design

Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Study Design
CROSSOVER
Arm && Interventions
GroupInterventionDescription
RxOmega-3 soft gels (Enteric)RxOmega-3 soft gels (Enteric)Each participant receives their treatment of RxOmega-3 soft gel (Enteric) capsules at a total dose of 1260 mg Omega-3 Fatty Acids. Treatments are consumed with a glass of water (approx. 200 mL), followed by a standardized breakfast (diet-controlled condition). Capillary whole blood samples are collected at time points 0, 0.5, 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 24 hours. Participants are asked to arrive after an overnight fast (at least 9hrs). Each participant acts as their own control; there is no separate control group. A washout period of at least 14 days between each treatment will be used. Adverse events are recorded throughout the study by direct questioning.
Omega-3 Complete soft gels (Non-Enteric)Omega-3 Complete soft gels (Non-Enteric)Each participant receives their treatment of Omega-3 Complete soft gel (Non-Enteric) capsules at a total dose of 1260 mg Omega-3 Fatty Acids. Treatments are consumed with a glass of water (approx. 200 mL), followed by a standardized breakfast (diet-controlled condition). Capillary whole blood samples are collected at time points 0, 0.5, 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 24 hours. Participants are asked to arrive after an overnight fast (at least 9hrs). Each participant acts as their own control; there is no separate control group. A washout period of at least 14 days between each treatment will be used. Adverse events are recorded throughout the study by direct questioning.
Omega-3 LipoMicel® soft gelsOmega-3 LipoMicel® soft gelsEach participant receives their treatment of Omega-3 LipoMicel® soft gel capsules at a total dose of 1260 mg Omega-3 Fatty Acids. Treatments are consumed with a glass of water (approx. 200 mL), followed by a standardized breakfast (diet-controlled condition). Capillary whole blood samples are collected at time points 0, 0.5, 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 24 hours. Participants are asked to arrive after an overnight fast (at least 9hrs). Each participant acts as their own control; there is no separate control group. A washout period of at least 14 days between each treatment will be used. Adverse events are recorded throughout the study by direct questioning.
Primary Outcome Measures
NameTimeMethod
AUC: the area under the concentration-time curve0 (baseline; pre-dose), 0.5, 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 24 hours (post-dose)

To determine the gastrointestinal absorption of orally ingested omega-3 fatty acids in enteric coated soft gel capsules in healthy adult volunteers and compare the Area under the plasma concentration versus time curve (AUC) with that of non-enteric coated soft capsules containing omega 3 fatty acids.

Cmax: maximum plasma concentration0 (baseline; pre-dose), 0.5, 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 24 hours (post-dose)

To determine the gastrointestinal absorption of orally ingested omega-3 fatty acids in enteric coated soft gel capsules in healthy adult volunteers and compare the Peak Plasma Concentration (Cmax) with that of non-enteric coated soft capsules containing omega 3 fatty acids.

Tmax: the time point of maximum plasma concentration0 (baseline; pre-dose), 0.5, 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 24 hours (post-dose)

To determine the gastrointestinal absorption of orally ingested omega-3 fatty acids in enteric coated soft gel capsules in healthy adult volunteers and compare the time point of maximum plasma concentration (Tmax) with that of non-enteric coated soft capsules containing omega 3 fatty acids.

Secondary Outcome Measures
NameTimeMethod
Changes in blood lipid concentrations0 (Baseline; pre-dose), 3, 6, 12, 24, 48, 72, 96, 120 hours post-dose

To evaluate changes in blood lipid concentrations of orally ingested omega-3 fatty acids in healthy volunteers by using a Cholestech LDX analyzer.

Effects on blood lipid parameters0 (Baseline; pre-dose), 3, 6, 12, 24, 48, 72, 96, 120 hours post-dose

To evaluate the short-term effects of orally ingested omega-3 fatty acids on cholesterol levels in healthy volunteers by using a Cholestech LDX analyzer.

Trial Locations

Locations (1)

ISURA

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Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada

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