Clinical Trial

Study To Evaluate The Efficacy And Safety Of A Nutritional Supplement Based On Bergamot, Artichoke And Other Ingredients For Reducing Cholesterol Levels In Patients With Hypercholesterolemia (Metachol+)

Study acronym: METACHOL+
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Record status
This record was last updated September 17, 2025 (before its estimated July 30, 2026 completion). Its status may not reflect the trial's current state.
Summary
The goal of this clinical trial with food supplement is to evaluate the effectiveness of a nutritional supplement based on bergamot, artichoke and other ingredients through low-density lipoprotein (LDL) values after four months of treatment compared to maintaining healthy lifestyle habits. The secondary objectives are * Evaluate the improvement of the lipid profile compared to maintaining healthy lifestyle habits. * Evaluate the difference in effect between 1 tablet and 2 tablets daily in improving the lipid profile. * Evaluate changes in anthropometric data and vital signs. * Evaluate adherence to treatment * Evaluate the safety profile of the product * Evaluate satisfaction with treatment There are three treatment arms: 1. Arm 1 (Gr 1): Patients being treated with a nutritional supplement based on bergamot, artichoke and other ingredients with one capsule every night at dinner with a glass of water for four months. 2. Arm 2 (Gr 2): Patients treated with a nutritional supplement based on bergamot, artichoke and other ingredients with two capsules every night at dinner with a glass of water for four months. 3. Arm 3 (Control): Patients not taking METACHOL+. All patients in the study will be recommended to lead an active life and a healthy diet, providing them with instructions to follow according to their usual clinical practice. It is expected to recruit 207 patients in total, 69 in each group/arm
Trial Details
NCT Number NCT07178769
Lead Sponsor Laboratoires Arkopharma
Conditions Cholesterolemia
Enrollment 207 participants
Start Date 2025-04-20
Primary Completion 2026-07-30 (estimated)
Study Completion 2026-07-30 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov 2025-09-17