Can an antioxidant supplement ease bladder troubles in older women?
NCT ID NCT06351683
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This pilot study tested whether MitoQ, an antioxidant supplement, could improve bladder symptoms like urgency and frequency in women aged 50 and older with metabolic syndrome. Twenty participants took either MitoQ or a placebo for 4 months, tracking their symptoms through questionnaires and bladder diaries. The trial was terminated early, so the findings are limited.
What this could mean
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Active substance
MitoQ (mitoquinol mesylate)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a simple supplement to help ease urgent or frequent urination in older women with metabolic syndrome.
What could go wrong
This was a very small pilot study (20 people) that was terminated early, so results are limited. It is too soon to know if MitoQ truly helps bladder symptoms.
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UConn Health
Farmington, Connecticut, 06030, United States