Old gout drug may boost heart health in hypertension patients
NCT ID NCT04916522
First seen Jan 09, 2026 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 17 times
Summary
This study tests whether colchicine, a common anti-inflammatory drug, can improve blood vessel stiffness and heart function in 150 adults with high blood pressure who also have diabetes, high cholesterol, or take multiple blood pressure medications. Participants take colchicine or a placebo for 6 months to see if it lowers blood pressure and reduces heart strain.
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Cardiovascular Non-Invasive Imaging Research Laboratory, Department of Cardiology, Herlev and Gentofte Hospital
Hellerup, 2900, Denmark
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