Nutraceutical Supplement With Standardized Botanicals in Males With Thinning Hair
Primary Purpose
Hair Thinning
Status
Completed
Phase
Not Applicable
Locations
United States
Study Type
Interventional
Intervention
Nutrafol® Men Hair Growth Nutraceutical
Placebo Supplement
Sponsored by
About this trial
This is an interventional prevention trial for Hair Thinning focused on measuring Nutraceutical, Supplement
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
- Males between 21-55 years of age with self-perceived thinning
- Voluntarily sign and date an informed consent agreement and photo release form approved by the Institutional Review Board
- Clinically confirmed to have hair thinning or loss by the investigator or qualified sub-investigator via physical exam, including only subjects with male pattern hair loss with frontal and/or vertex patterns II, IIA, III, IIIv and IV using the Norwood classification of patterned hair loss in males.
- General good health, as determined by the Investigator or qualified sub-investigator
- Willing and able to attend all study visits and comply with the test product daily instructions.
- Willing to maintain the same hair style and same color for the duration of the study.
- Willing to use a mild non-medicated shampoo and conditioner for the duration of the study (medicated shampoo and conditioner refer to any prescription shampoo or conditioner as well as any over-the counter medicated shampoo or conditioner, such as those for treatment of dandruff or promoting hair growth).
- Willing and able to cooperate with the requirements of the study.
- Able to complete and understand the various rating instruments.
Exclusion Criteria:
- Individuals who have experienced serious complications due to COVID-19 previously or during the study as determined by the investigator.
- Clinical diagnosis of hair loss disorder such as alopecia areata, or scarring forms of alopecia.
- Subjects with male pattern hair loss with frontal and/or vertex patterns I, IIIA, IVA, V, VA, VI, VII using the Norwood classification of patterned hair loss in males.
- Scalp hair loss on the treatment area, due to disease, injury, or medical therapy
- Current skin disease (e.g., psoriasis, atopic dermatitis, skin cancer, eczema, sun damage, seborrheic dermatitis), cuts and or abrasions on the scalp or condition (e.g., sunburn, tattoos) on the treatment area that, in the opinion of the Investigator or qualified sub-investigator, might put the subject at risk or interfere with the study conduct or evaluations.
- History of surgical correction of hair loss on the scalp (i.e. hair transplant).
- Use of any products or devices purported to promote scalp hair growth (e.g., finasteride or minoxidil) within the 6 months prior to the Baseline Visit.
- Use of anti-androgenic therapies (e.g., spironolactone, flutamide, cyproterone acetate, progesterone, and bicalutamide) within 3 months prior to the Baseline Visit.
- History of burning, flaking, itching, and stinging of the scalp.
- History of malignancy (except cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma and basal cell carcinoma) or currently undergoing chemotherapy or radiation treatments.
- A known history of autoimmune thyroid disease, any other thyroid disorder/abnormality or other autoimmune disorders that in the opinion of the Investigator or qualified sub-investigator may interfere with the study treatment.
- A known history of unstable or chronic depression or bipolar disease or any other condition that may impact the subject's participation in the opinion of the investigator or qualified sub-investigator.
- A known allergy to any of the ingredients in the investigational product.
- Utilization of low-level lasers for hair growth in the last three months.
- Any condition that the Investigator thinks may put the subject at risk or interfere with their participation in the study.
- Known history or recent blood work indicating iron deficiency, bleeding disorders or platelet dysfunction syndrome as well as subjects receiving anticoagulant therapy or smokers with usage >20 cigarettes/day.
- Use of any medications or medicated shampoos that are known to potentially cause hair loss or affect hair growth, as determined by the Investigator or qualified sub-investigator.
Sites / Locations
- Ablon Skin Institute and Research Center
- Therapeutic Clinical Research
Arms of the Study
Arm 1
Arm 2
Arm Type
Experimental
Placebo Comparator
Arm Label
Nutraceutical Dietary Supplement Capsule
Placebo Capsule
Arm Description
The nutraceutical capsules are comprised of standardized, natural, medical-grade ingredients. Subject will be instructed to take four (4) capsules by mouth once daily with a substantial meal.
The placebo capsules contain no active ingredients. Subject will be instructed to take four (4) capsules by mouth once daily with a substantial meal.
Outcomes
Primary Outcome Measures
Change in terminal hair counts
Changes in terminal hair counts as measured by photorichogram
Secondary Outcome Measures
Proportion of subjects with ≥5% hair growth
Change in total, terminal and vellus and hair count
Changes in all hair counts as measured by photorichogram
Change in mean hair width and mean inter-follicular distance
Changes in hair measurements as measured by photorichogram
Change in terminal to vellus ratio
Changes in hair ratio as measured by photorichogram
Change in mean number of hairs per follicular unit
Changes in hair density as measured by photorichogram
Hair Shedding
Change in Numbers of Hairs Shedded in Hair Pull Test
Subject Assessments
Subject self assessments of improvement in hair thickness and quality, quality of life, stress, and perception of the study product using questionnaires
Blinded Investigator Assessment
Changes in Investigator Hair Quality Global Improvement Scale & Investigator Hair Growth Global Improvement Scale assessed by physician using standardized 2-D photographs compared to baseline.
Compiled side effects
All side effects, including all expected or unexpected side effects, categorized by severity (Mild, moderate, severe) and relatedness to the study product or participation
Full Information
NCT ID
NCT05339958
First Posted
April 4, 2022
Last Updated
July 27, 2023
Sponsor
Nutraceutical Wellness Inc.
1. Study Identification
Unique Protocol Identification Number
NCT05339958
Brief Title
Nutraceutical Supplement With Standardized Botanicals in Males With Thinning Hair
Official Title
A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Study to Evaluate the Safety and Efficacy of a Nutraceutical Supplement With Standardized Botanicals in Males With Self-Perceived Thinning Hair
Study Type
Interventional
2. Study Status
Record Verification Date
July 2023
Overall Recruitment Status
Completed
Study Start Date
July 19, 2021 (Actual)
Primary Completion Date
April 5, 2023 (Actual)
Study Completion Date
April 5, 2023 (Actual)
3. Sponsor/Collaborators
Responsible Party, by Official Title
Sponsor
Name of the Sponsor
Nutraceutical Wellness Inc.
4. Oversight
Studies a U.S. FDA-regulated Drug Product
No
Studies a U.S. FDA-regulated Device Product
No
Data Monitoring Committee
No
5. Study Description
Brief Summary
The objective of this study is to assess the effectiveness and safety of a novel dietary supplement containing botanical ingredients for hair thinning in men over the course of six months of continuous daily usage.
Detailed Description
Hair thinning is a common condition affecting both men and women that is more recently understood to be the result of multiple causes. Although it is generally a benign condition, hair thinning can have a significant, detrimental impact on self-esteem, psychosocial functioning and the overall quality of life of affected individuals. It can also represent a substantial financial burden on individuals seeking treatment.
The objective of this randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study is to assess the effectiveness and safety of a novel dietary supplement containing botanical ingredients for hair thinning over the course of six months of continuous daily usage. The study supplement is scientifically formulated to specifically target the multiple underlying causes of hair thinning. In addition to the necessary vitamins, minerals, and proteins to support the nutritional needs of hair, it also contains clinically tested, standardized pharmaceutical-grade botanicals (substances obtained from plants) that target hormones, stress and inflammatory markers.
6. Conditions and Keywords
Primary Disease or Condition Being Studied in the Trial, or the Focus of the Study
Hair Thinning
Keywords
Nutraceutical, Supplement
7. Study Design
Primary Purpose
Prevention
Study Phase
Not Applicable
Interventional Study Model
Parallel Assignment
Model Description
This is a 6-month, multi-center, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study in adult male subjects with self-perceived hair thinning. Subjects will be randomly assigned to either Nutrafol® Men hair growth supplement or placebo.
Masking
ParticipantCare ProviderInvestigator
Masking Description
Double-blind, placebo-controlled
Allocation
Randomized
Enrollment
112 (Actual)
8. Arms, Groups, and Interventions
Arm Title
Nutraceutical Dietary Supplement Capsule
Arm Type
Experimental
Arm Description
The nutraceutical capsules are comprised of standardized, natural, medical-grade ingredients. Subject will be instructed to take four (4) capsules by mouth once daily with a substantial meal.
Arm Title
Placebo Capsule
Arm Type
Placebo Comparator
Arm Description
The placebo capsules contain no active ingredients. Subject will be instructed to take four (4) capsules by mouth once daily with a substantial meal.
Intervention Type
Dietary Supplement
Intervention Name(s)
Nutrafol® Men Hair Growth Nutraceutical
Intervention Description
Nutrafol® Men contains patented Synergen Complex® is a blend of proprietary formulation of botanicals with potent anti-inflammatory, anti-stress adaptogenic, antioxidant and DHT-inhibiting properties - combined to synergistically combat the multiple underlying factors that compromise hair growth and health. These ingredients include Sensoril Ashwagandha, BCM-95 BioCurcumin, USPlus Saw Palmetto, EVNolMax 20% Tocotrienol/Tocopherol complex, Bioperine (piperine), Cynatine HNS (solubilized keratin), and Capsimax (capsaicin).
Intervention Type
Other
Intervention Name(s)
Placebo Supplement
Intervention Description
The placebo capsules contain no active ingredients.
Primary Outcome Measure Information:
Title
Change in terminal hair counts
Description
Changes in terminal hair counts as measured by photorichogram
Time Frame
Day 180
Secondary Outcome Measure Information:
Title
Proportion of subjects with ≥5% hair growth
Time Frame
Day 180
Title
Change in total, terminal and vellus and hair count
Description
Changes in all hair counts as measured by photorichogram
Time Frame
Day 180
Title
Change in mean hair width and mean inter-follicular distance
Description
Changes in hair measurements as measured by photorichogram
Time Frame
Day 180
Title
Change in terminal to vellus ratio
Description
Changes in hair ratio as measured by photorichogram
Time Frame
Day 180
Title
Change in mean number of hairs per follicular unit
Description
Changes in hair density as measured by photorichogram
Time Frame
Day 180
Title
Hair Shedding
Description
Change in Numbers of Hairs Shedded in Hair Pull Test
Time Frame
Day 180
Title
Subject Assessments
Description
Subject self assessments of improvement in hair thickness and quality, quality of life, stress, and perception of the study product using questionnaires
Time Frame
Day 180
Title
Blinded Investigator Assessment
Description
Changes in Investigator Hair Quality Global Improvement Scale & Investigator Hair Growth Global Improvement Scale assessed by physician using standardized 2-D photographs compared to baseline.
Time Frame
Day 180
Title
Compiled side effects
Description
All side effects, including all expected or unexpected side effects, categorized by severity (Mild, moderate, severe) and relatedness to the study product or participation
Time Frame
Day 180
10. Eligibility
Sex
Male
Gender Based
Yes
Minimum Age & Unit of Time
21 Years
Maximum Age & Unit of Time
55 Years
Accepts Healthy Volunteers
Accepts Healthy Volunteers
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
Males between 21-55 years of age with self-perceived thinning
Voluntarily sign and date an informed consent agreement and photo release form approved by the Institutional Review Board
Clinically confirmed to have hair thinning or loss by the investigator or qualified sub-investigator via physical exam, including only subjects with male pattern hair loss with frontal and/or vertex patterns II, IIA, III, IIIv and IV using the Norwood classification of patterned hair loss in males.
General good health, as determined by the Investigator or qualified sub-investigator
Willing and able to attend all study visits and comply with the test product daily instructions.
Willing to maintain the same hair style and same color for the duration of the study.
Willing to use a mild non-medicated shampoo and conditioner for the duration of the study (medicated shampoo and conditioner refer to any prescription shampoo or conditioner as well as any over-the counter medicated shampoo or conditioner, such as those for treatment of dandruff or promoting hair growth).
Willing and able to cooperate with the requirements of the study.
Able to complete and understand the various rating instruments.
Exclusion Criteria:
Individuals who have experienced serious complications due to COVID-19 previously or during the study as determined by the investigator.
Clinical diagnosis of hair loss disorder such as alopecia areata, or scarring forms of alopecia.
Subjects with male pattern hair loss with frontal and/or vertex patterns I, IIIA, IVA, V, VA, VI, VII using the Norwood classification of patterned hair loss in males.
Scalp hair loss on the treatment area, due to disease, injury, or medical therapy
Current skin disease (e.g., psoriasis, atopic dermatitis, skin cancer, eczema, sun damage, seborrheic dermatitis), cuts and or abrasions on the scalp or condition (e.g., sunburn, tattoos) on the treatment area that, in the opinion of the Investigator or qualified sub-investigator, might put the subject at risk or interfere with the study conduct or evaluations.
History of surgical correction of hair loss on the scalp (i.e. hair transplant).
Use of any products or devices purported to promote scalp hair growth (e.g., finasteride or minoxidil) within the 6 months prior to the Baseline Visit.
Use of anti-androgenic therapies (e.g., spironolactone, flutamide, cyproterone acetate, progesterone, and bicalutamide) within 3 months prior to the Baseline Visit.
History of burning, flaking, itching, and stinging of the scalp.
History of malignancy (except cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma and basal cell carcinoma) or currently undergoing chemotherapy or radiation treatments.
A known history of autoimmune thyroid disease, any other thyroid disorder/abnormality or other autoimmune disorders that in the opinion of the Investigator or qualified sub-investigator may interfere with the study treatment.
A known history of unstable or chronic depression or bipolar disease or any other condition that may impact the subject's participation in the opinion of the investigator or qualified sub-investigator.
A known allergy to any of the ingredients in the investigational product.
Utilization of low-level lasers for hair growth in the last three months.
Any condition that the Investigator thinks may put the subject at risk or interfere with their participation in the study.
Known history or recent blood work indicating iron deficiency, bleeding disorders or platelet dysfunction syndrome as well as subjects receiving anticoagulant therapy or smokers with usage >20 cigarettes/day.
Use of any medications or medicated shampoos that are known to potentially cause hair loss or affect hair growth, as determined by the Investigator or qualified sub-investigator.
Facility Information:
Facility Name
Ablon Skin Institute and Research Center
City
Manhattan Beach
State/Province
California
ZIP/Postal Code
90266
Country
United States
Facility Name
Therapeutic Clinical Research
City
San Diego
State/Province
California
ZIP/Postal Code
92123
Country
United States
12. IPD Sharing Statement
Plan to Share IPD
No
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