Can a common plant compound help rare telomere disease?
NCT ID NCT07628972
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This pilot study tests whether quercetin, a natural antioxidant found in many plants, is safe for people with Dyskeratosis congenita or telomere biology disorders. Twelve participants will take quercetin for 24 weeks while researchers monitor side effects and how well people stick with the treatment. The goal is to see if it is safe and feasible to use, not yet to prove it works.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
quercetin (a natural antioxidant found in plants)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a safe way to manage symptoms of Dyskeratosis congenita or telomere biology disorders.
What could go wrong
This is a very early, small Phase 1 trial with only 12 people. It is designed mainly to check safety, not effectiveness, so it may not lead to a treatment.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center
RECRUITINGCincinnati, Ohio, 45229, United States
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