Can Omega-3 and black seed oil help beat COVID-19?

NCT ID NCT04553705

Completed Disease control Sponsor: Beni-Suef University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Summary

This completed trial tested whether natural supplements like omega-3, black seed oil, Indian costus, and quinine could boost the immune system of 150 COVID-19 patients. Participants had mild to moderate symptoms and were monitored for recovery time, fever, lung inflammation, and other health markers. The goal was to see if these supplements could help the body fight the virus and reduce hospital stays.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Omega-3, black seed oil, Indian costus, quinine pills
What this could lead to: If effective, these supplements could help the immune system fight COVID-19 and speed recovery.
What could go wrong: This is a small, completed trial with no published results yet. Supplements are not a proven treatment and may not work for everyone.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

COVID-19 immunodeficiency disease inborn error of immunity

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

COVID19 IMMUNODEFICIENCY

Contacts and locations

Locations

Maternity and Children hospital

Mecca, Mecca Region, Saudi Arabia

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