Could a nasal spray help Parkinson's? new trial tests insulin and glutathione combo

NCT ID NCT05266417

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This phase 2 trial is testing whether a nasal spray containing insulin and glutathione can safely improve symptoms in people with Parkinson's disease. About 56 participants will receive either the active spray or a placebo, added to their usual medications. The study focuses on changes in thinking (verbal fluency) and movement (timed walking, UPDRS scores).

What this could mean

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

Active substance

intranasal insulin and glutathione

What this could lead to

If it works, this could point toward a new add-on treatment to help manage Parkinson's symptoms, potentially improving thinking and movement.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-phase trial (56 people) testing safety and effectiveness. The treatment may not work better than placebo, and results may not apply to all Parkinson's patients.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Insulin Resistance Parkinson disease

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • Institute for Neuroimmune Medicine

    RECRUITING

    Davie, Florida, 33314, United States

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  • Las Mercedes Medical Research

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    Hialeah, Florida, 33012, United States

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  • NextGen Research Group

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    Miami, Florida, 33165, United States

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