Can a supplement duo quiet PCOS-Linked inflammation?

NCT ID NCT07821073

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First seen Sep 15, 2026 · Last updated Sep 16, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

Researchers are testing whether a daily combination of myo-inositol and folic acid can lower two markers of inflammation, NLR and CRP, in overweight women aged 25 to 35 with polycystic ovarian syndrome. The trial compares this supplement pair with metformin plus folic acid over three months. Fifty participants will be randomly assigned to one of the two groups, take their treatment daily, and give blood samples at the start and end of the study to measure the markers.

What this could mean

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Active substance
myo-inositol plus folic acid
What this could lead to
If it works, myo-inositol plus folic acid could offer a supplement-based option for easing the low-grade inflammation linked to PCOS.
What could go wrong
This is a small, short study of 50 women, so any difference in inflammation markers may be modest or fade with longer use. Supplements can also cause stomach upset or other side effects.

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

50 people

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Started

Oct 2025

Expected to finish

Sep 2026

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Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

25 to 35 years

Sex

Female participants only

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Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * PCOS diagnosed women 25-35years and overweight (BMI25 to 29.9 ). Exclusion Criteria: * Ongoing PCOS treatment, major comorbidities e.g. CVD, endocrine disorders, malignancies, pregnancy or diabetes.

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Conditions

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Peshawar Health Center

    Peshawar, Kpk, 25000, Pakistan

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