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- Clinical Trial NCT04159532
Comparative Study of Three Different Formulations of Omega-3 (EPA+DHA)
April 28, 2021 updated by: SCF Pharma
Comparative Bioavailability Study of Monoglyceride (MAG) Versus Triglyceride (TG) Versus Ethyl Ester (EE) Formulations of Eicosapentaenoic (EPA) and Docosahexaenoic (DHA) Acids. Pilot Study (IO3-03)
This pilot study aims at comparing the bioavailability of three different formulations of the omega-3 fatty acids eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA).
The three formulations are ethyl ester (EE), triglyceride (TG) and monoglyceride (MAG).
Thirty six (36) subjects will be divided in three groups of twelve subjects each equally divided in two study sites.
Each group will be taking one of the three different formulations of EPA+DHA at a daily dose of 1.5g for a period of 12 weeks.
Bioavailability will be measured through omega-3 index (total content of EPA + DHA in red blood cell membranes) at baseline and every four weeks during treatment.
Study Overview
Status
Completed
Conditions
Intervention / Treatment
Detailed Description
This pilot study aims at comparing the bioavailability of three different formulations of a combination of omega-3 fatty acids eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) in a standardized proportion of 460:200.
The three formulations are ethyl ester (EE), triglyceride (TG) and monoglyceride (MAG) versions of these fatty acids.
The formulations are prepared in a way to be similar in proportion of EPA/DHA, in dose and in appearance.
Thirty six (36) subjects will be divided in three groups of twelve subjects each, equally divided in two study sites.
The study will be randomized and double blinded.
Each group will be taking one of the three different formulations of EPA+DHA at a daily dose of 1.5g for a period of 12 weeks.
Bioavailability will be measured through omega-3 index (total content of EPA + DHA in red blood cell membranes) at baseline and every four weeks during treatment.
After recruitment, subjects will be seen in clinic every four weeks for a total of four (4) study visits during which a blood sample will be taken for analysis of the omega-3 index, the investigational product will be returned and dispensed and finally, adverse events will be noted and followed.
Treatment will be self-administered by subjects at home.
They will be asked to keep a journal of adverse events, concomitant medication and to note every missed dose as well as significant changes in life habits (smoking, alcohol, sports, food diet and natural health products intake).
Study Type
Interventional
Enrollment (Actual)
36
Phase
- Phase 4
Contacts and Locations
This section provides the contact details for those conducting the study, and information on where this study is being conducted.
Study Locations
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Quebec
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Rimouski, Quebec, Canada, G0K 1P0
- SCF Pharma
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Participation Criteria
Researchers look for people who fit a certain description, called eligibility criteria. Some examples of these criteria are a person's general health condition or prior treatments.
Eligibility Criteria
Ages Eligible for Study
19 years and older (Adult, Older Adult)
Accepts Healthy Volunteers
No
Genders Eligible for Study
All
Description
Inclusion Criteria:
- Participants of at least 19 years of age.
- Availability for the entire duration of the study, willingness to participate as evidenced by the informed consent form duly read and signed by the participant.
- Absence of intellectual problems likely to limit the validity of consent to participate in the study or the compliance with protocol requirements, ability to cooperate adequately, to understand and observe the instructions of the physician or delegates.
- Participant having no difficulty swallowing tablets or capsules.
Exclusion Criteria:
- Known allergy or intolerance to fish or history of allergic reaction attributable to fish or to a compound similar to fish oil.
- Females who are pregnant according to the qualitative pregnancy test or who are lactating.
- Participants who took omega-3 supplements in the previous 60 days before day 1 of the study.
- Difficulty to draw blood by capillary puncture at screening.
Study Plan
This section provides details of the study plan, including how the study is designed and what the study is measuring.
How is the study designed?
Design Details
- Primary Purpose: Basic Science
- Allocation: Randomized
- Interventional Model: Parallel Assignment
- Masking: Quadruple
Arms and Interventions
Participant Group / Arm |
Intervention / Treatment |
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Experimental: Monoglyceride (MAG)
Group A will receive the omega-3 fatty acids in monoglyceride formulation (MAG).
Subjects will receive 1.5g per day of MAG-EPA/MAG-DHA in a proportion of 460:200 for 12 consecutive weeks.
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monoglyceride of eicosapentaenoic acid and docosahexaenoic acid in proportion of 460:200
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Active Comparator: Triglyceride (TG)
Group B will receive the omega-3 fatty acids in triglyceride formulation (TG).
Subjects will receive 1.5g per day of TG-EPA/TG-DHA in a proportion of 460:200 for 12 consecutive weeks.
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Triglyceride of eicosapentaenoic acid and docosahexaenoic acid in proportion of 460:200
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Active Comparator: Ethyl Ester(EE)
Group C will receive the omega-3 fatty acids in Ethyl ester formulation (EE).
Subjects will receive 1.5g per day of EE-EPA/EE-DHA in a proportion of 460:200 for 12 consecutive weeks.
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Ethyl ester of eicosapentaenoic acid and docosahexaenoic acid in proportion of 460:200
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What is the study measuring?
Primary Outcome Measures
Outcome Measure |
Measure Description |
Time Frame |
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Comparing the bioavailability of the three different formulations of omega-3 fatty acids at study.
Time Frame: 12 weeks per subject
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The Omega-3 index (ratio of EPA + DHA content on total fatty acids in red blood cells) will be measured throughout the study (at baseline and every four weeks afterwards) for each subjects.
The average value in canadian population is 4.5%, however, for an optimized health, the desired index should be between 8 and 12% of omega-3 in cell membranes.
The average omega-3 index curves obtained for each group will be compared to determine which formulation offers the best absorption of omega-3 in the organism.
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12 weeks per subject
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Secondary Outcome Measures
Outcome Measure |
Measure Description |
Time Frame |
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Incidence of adverse events in subjects treated with EPA +DHA
Time Frame: 16 weeks per subject
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Subjects will be questioned about any changes in their health status throughout the study, and for the 30 days following the end of treatment.
All adverse events will recorded and evaluated for severity, causality and expectedness.
All serious adverse events will be reported as required.
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16 weeks per subject
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Compilation of life habits & demographic information
Time Frame: 12 weeks per subject
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Demographic information and life habits will be recorded at screening as to draw a portrait of the subjects baseline status.
A follow-up of life habits at every visit will be done afterwards as a way to control any possible bias in outcomes.
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12 weeks per subject
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Collaborators and Investigators
This is where you will find people and organizations involved with this study.
Sponsor
Investigators
- Principal Investigator: Samuel Fortin, PhD, SCF Pharma
Study record dates
These dates track the progress of study record and summary results submissions to ClinicalTrials.gov. Study records and reported results are reviewed by the National Library of Medicine (NLM) to make sure they meet specific quality control standards before being posted on the public website.
Study Major Dates
Study Start (Actual)
December 18, 2019
Primary Completion (Actual)
February 25, 2021
Study Completion (Actual)
February 25, 2021
Study Registration Dates
First Submitted
November 6, 2019
First Submitted That Met QC Criteria
November 8, 2019
First Posted (Actual)
November 12, 2019
Study Record Updates
Last Update Posted (Actual)
April 29, 2021
Last Update Submitted That Met QC Criteria
April 28, 2021
Last Verified
April 1, 2021
More Information
Terms related to this study
Other Study ID Numbers
- IO3-03
Plan for Individual participant data (IPD)
Plan to Share Individual Participant Data (IPD)?
No
Drug and device information, study documents
Studies a U.S. FDA-regulated drug product
No
Studies a U.S. FDA-regulated device product
No
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