Could licorice root help treat depression? new study investigates

NCT ID NCT05570110

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tests whether enoxolone, a compound from licorice, can improve depression symptoms in 80 adults with unipolar depression. Researchers will measure biomarkers like hormone levels and blood pressure to see if they predict who responds better to enoxolone versus a placebo. The goal is to find a more personalized treatment approach for depression.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

depressive disorder endogenous depression

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • Clinic for Psychiatry and Psychotherapy

    RECRUITING

    Marburg, Hesse, 35039, Germany

    Contact Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••