Could a simple supplement ease sickle cell symptoms?

NCT ID NCT05791591

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

Summary

This study tested a nutraceutical supplement called NUV001 in 168 adults with sickle cell disease. Participants took either an immediate-release or gastro-resistant version of NUV001, or a placebo, daily for 90 days. The main goal was to check safety and tolerability, with early looks at blood markers and patient-reported outcomes.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

NUV001 (a nutraceutical supplement)

What this could lead to

If it works, this could point toward a safe, daily supplement to help manage sickle cell disease symptoms alongside standard care.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early pilot study focused on safety, not proof of effectiveness. The supplement may show no benefit over placebo.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

sickle cell disease

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Aman Hospital and Research Center

    Vadodara, Gujarat, Vadodara-390021, India

  • Arihant Multispeciality Hospital

    Nagpur, India

  • Index Medical College

    Indore, India

  • Kingsway Hospital

    Nagpur, Maharashtra, Nagpur-440001, India

  • NRSMC Hospital

    Kolkata, India

  • Sai Krupa Hospital & Research Centre

    Ahmedabad, India

  • Shalinitai Meghe Hospital & Research Centre

    Nagpur, India

  • Shivam Hospital

    Ahmedabad, 380008, India

  • Thalassemia & Sickle Cell Society

    Hyderabad, India