Could a common vitamin help fix low blood counts?

NCT ID NCT07579429

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This phase 2 trial is testing whether two dietary supplements—nicotinamide riboside (a vitamin B3 derivative) and pterostilbene (a plant compound)—can safely improve low blood counts in people with lower-risk myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) or high-risk clonal cytopenia of undetermined significance (CCUS). Ten participants will receive different doses to see if hemoglobin levels rise by at least 1 g/dL over 24 weeks. The study is open-label and aims to check both effectiveness and safety.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

nicotinamide riboside and pterostilbene (dietary supplements)

What this could lead to

If it works, this could point toward a simple supplement-based way to improve low blood counts in people with certain blood disorders.

What could go wrong

This is a very small early-phase trial with only 10 participants, so results may not apply widely. Supplements may not improve blood counts or could cause side effects.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

myelodysplastic syndrome Myelodysplastic Syndromes

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  • University of Colorado Hospital

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    Aurora, Colorado, 80045, United States

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