Olive extract joins chemo in fight against advanced colon cancer

NCT ID NCT06833866

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This early-phase trial tests whether adding hydroxytyrosol, a natural compound found in olives, to standard chemotherapy can safely help people with advanced or metastatic colorectal cancer. About 33 adults who are eligible for first-line treatment will take a daily capsule of hydroxytyrosol for two weeks before and during their chemo cycles. The main goal is to check safety and how the body processes the combination, while also tracking tumor response and progression-free survival.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

Hydroxytyrosol (a natural compound from olives) combined with standard chemotherapy (FOLFIRI/FOLFOX) and biologics

What this could lead to

If it works, this could point toward a way to make standard chemotherapy more effective for advanced colorectal cancer.

What could go wrong

This is a very early Phase 1 trial with only 33 people, focused on safety. It may not show any benefit, and the combination could cause additional side effects.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

colorectal cancer colorectal neoplasm

As listed by the trial registrant

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  • Houston Methodist.

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    Houston, Texas, 77030, United States

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