Stigma and Efficacy of Zhizhu Kuanzhong Capsules (NCT05107999) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Stigma and Efficacy of Zhizhu Kuanzhong Capsules
China76 participantsStarted 2021-02-01
Plain-language summary
Antidepressants are effective in patients with functional dyspepsia (FD), however, the stigma related with FD and antidepressants could affect treatment adherence and efficacy. Zhi Zhu Kuan Zhong capsules (ZZKZ), a traditional Chinese medicine fomula, showed therapeutic potential for FD. The study was designed to investigate whether ZZKZ could alleviate stigma in FD and obtain identical effects in patients with refractory FD.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years – 70 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* The inclusion criteria includes:
* 18-70 years old;
* education level higher than middle school;
* met the Rome IV criteria for FD;
* absence of abnormalities on physical examination, laboratory tests (including a routine blood test, blood glucose, and liver function examination), and abdominal imaging and GI endoscopy within 6 months;
* absence of Helicobacter pylori infection;
* signed written informed consent for participation in the study.
Exclusion Criteria:
* The exclusion criteria includes:
* evidence of organic digestive diseases;
* diabetes, cancer and other diseases might affect GI function;
* pregnancy, lactation or breastfeeding;
* a history of allergic reaction to any of the drugs used in the study;
* participation in other clinical trials in the previous 3 months.
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1This trial is studying a Chinese herbal capsule called Zhizhu Kuanzhong for functional dyspepsia — is this something you think could be appropriate for my situation to even discuss, given that it's not a standard Western medication I may be familiar with?
2The trial measures changes in depression and anxiety scores alongside stomach symptoms — does that mean my doctor would need to assess my mental health as part of this kind of treatment approach, and is that something you think applies to my case?
3The recruitment status for this trial is listed as 'unknown' — do you know if it is still actively enrolling patients, and how would we even find out if I could be considered?
4This trial only tracks outcomes over 4 weeks — is that long enough to know whether a treatment is truly working for a chronic condition like functional dyspepsia, or would you want to see longer-term data before recommending this path?
5Are there standard treatments for functional dyspepsia that have more established safety and efficacy evidence that we should try first before considering a trial like this one?
Generated to help you prepare — always confirm anything about your own eligibility and care with the study team and your doctor.
Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.
What they're measuring
1
Changes of Leeds Dyspepsia Questionnaire (LDQ) scores at 4 weeks from baseline were obtained to assess the dyspepsia condition after treatment.
Timeframe: 4 weeks
2
Changes of Patient Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9) scores at 4 weeks from baseline were obtained to assess the depression condition after treatment.
Timeframe: 4 weeks
3
Changes of Generalized Anxiety Questionnaire-7 (GAD-7) scores at 4 weeks from baseline were obtained to assess the anxiety condition after treatment.