Could a daily supplement ease period pain?

NCT ID NCT07524270

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: Helaina Inc. Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study tests whether a daily supplement called Effera® (a human-like lactoferrin protein) can reduce menstrual symptoms, improve mood, and boost overall well-being in women aged 18-40. Participants take either a low, medium, or high dose of Effera® or a placebo for 12 weeks and complete online questionnaires. The goal is to see if this natural protein can help with period-related discomfort.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Effera® (human equivalent lactoferrin supplement)
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer a natural supplement option for reducing menstrual cramps and improving mood and quality of life.
What could go wrong: This is an early-stage trial with 160 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The supplement may not outperform placebo, and individual responses can vary.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Dysmenorrhea

As listed by the trial registrant

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

MENSTRUAL SYMPTOMS WOMENS HEALTH

Contacts and locations

Locations

Alethios
RECRUITING

San Francisco, California, 94104, United States
Alethios, Inc.
NOT_YET_RECRUITING

San Francisco, California, 94109, United States

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