Clinical Trials for Kwashiorkor

Clinical trials are research studies conducted in an effort to improve overall patient health and care. Each trial involves running supervised tests to determine the effectiveness and safety of new drugs, procedures and/or devices with the aim of answering scientific questions about a disease or condition. Risks and side-effects are also evaluated during these trials with results ranging from being unpleasant, with side effects such as headaches, to more serious or even life-threatening risks. A clinical trial may be separated into phases, or steps, with each step designed to answer a separate research question. This maybe reflected in the trial name.

A brief description of each phase:

• Phase I: Usually designed to evaluate safety, determine a safe dosage range, and identify side effects on a small group of patients.
• Phase II: If Phase I is successful, the trial is then repeated with a larger group to further evaluate its effect and safety.
• Phase III: Trials are conducted on an ever larger group and are compared with the best current treatment while gathering more information on effect and safety.
• Phase IV: These studies monitor long-term side effects after the treatment has been marketed.

Clinical Trials data for Kwashiorkor is grouped into the following categories:-

• View by trial name
• View by drugs used in Kwashiorkor clinical trials

Clinical Trials by trial name

The format for each of the following is:

• The name of the trial,
• followed by whether the trial is recruiting patients,
  - The trial may not have started and not yet recruiting, or the trial may have started and do not need any more recruitements, or the trial may be completed.
  - Note**: Please follow the link to determine the current trial status.
• followed by a list of drug/s, if any, used in the trial

ClinicalTrials.gov has listed the following trials for Kwashiorkor:

• Study of Antioxidants and Oxidants in Malnourished Children - This study is currently recruiting patients (Current: 23 Nov 2006)
• HIAS II - Study of Nutritional Supplementation in Hospitalized Children With Persistent Diarrhea or Malnutrition - This study has been completed (Current: 23 Nov 2006) - Alanyl-glutamine,Glycine
• Study of Antioxidants and Oxidants in Malnourished Children - This study is currently recruiting patients (Current: 23 Nov 2006)
• Evaluation of the Effectiveness of a Protein Pulse-Feeding Pattern in Elderly Patients - This study is currently recruiting patients (Current: 23 Nov 2006)
• High/Low Dose Vit A in Diarrhea/ALRI in Severe PEM - This study has been completed (Current: 23 Nov 2006) - Vitamin A
• The Effects of Testosterone and Nutritional Supplementation in the Undernourished Elderly - This study is currently recruiting patients (Current: 23 Nov 2006) - testosterone undecanoate
• Trial to Test the Growth-Promoting Effect of Fortified Spreads When Used as Complementary Food for Infants - This study is currently recruiting patients (Current: 23 Nov 2006)
• Trial to Alleviate Malnutrition With Fortified Spread Given as a Food Supplement to Underweight Infants - This study is no longer recruiting patients (Current: 23 Nov 2006)
• Ready to Use Therapeutic Food in the Rehabilitation of Severely Malnourished Children - This study is no longer recruiting patients (Current: 23 Nov 2006) - ready-to-use therapeutic food
• The Influences of Malnutrition and Inflammation Complex Syndrome in Hemodialysis Patients - This study is not yet open for patient recruitment (Current: 23 Nov 2006)
• Effectiveness of Targeting Food Aid to Malnourished Children Compared to Targeting All Children Under Two Years - This study is no longer recruiting patients (Current: 23 Nov 2006)
• Anabolic Steroids for Nutritional Rehabilitation of Critically Ill Patients - This study is currently recruiting patients (Current: 23 Nov 2006) - Nandrolone (anabolic steroid)
• Nutrition Risk Screening In ChinaS Large Hospitals Of Metropolitans - This study is currently recruiting patients (Current: 23 Nov 2006)
• Deworming and Vitamin A (DEVTA) Prepilot Study - This study has been completed (Current: 23 Nov 2006) - Albendazole (400 mg) and/or Vitamin a
• Dutch EASYcare Study - This study is no longer recruiting patients (Current: 23 Nov 2006)
• VA Nutrition Study on Immune Function - This study is currently recruiting patients (Current: 23 Nov 2006)
• Optimizing the Ambiance During Mealtimes in Dutch Nursing Homes - This study has been completed (Current: 23 Nov 2006)
• Beneficial Bacteria to Prevent and Malnutrition and Diarrhea in Pakistinian Infants - This study is not yet open for patient recruitment (Current: 23 Nov 2006) - food supplement: Lactobacillus GG
• Dose Comparison of Amino Acids on Growth in Premature Neonates - This study is currently recruiting patients (Current: 23 Nov 2006) - Parenteral Nutrition
• Nutritional Therapy for Stroke Patients - This study is currently recruiting patients (Current: 23 Nov 2006)
• Malnutrition in Gastroenterology Patients - This study is currently recruiting patients (Current: 23 Nov 2006) - Fresubin protein energy Drink (CAVE! nutritional intervention)
• Malnutrition and Inflammation in Dialysis Patients in Taiwan - This study is currently recruiting patients (Current: 23 Nov 2006)
• Airway IgA: Respiratory Tract IgA Levels in Anesthetized Patients Undergoing Elective Surgical Procedures - This study is currently recruiting patients (Current: 23 Nov 2006)
• Bone Mineral Density, Body Composition and Growth Following Severe Burn Injury - This study is currently recruiting patients (Current: 23 Nov 2006) - Calcium and Vitamin D Supplementation
• Effect of Malnutrition on the Prognosis in Hemodialysis Patients - This study is currently recruiting patients (Current: 23 Nov 2006)
• Effect of Fetuin A in Hemodialysis Patients - This study is no longer recruiting patients (Current: 23 Nov 2006)
• Effect of Intradialytic Parenteral Nutrition on Morbidity and Mortality of Malnourished Hemodialysis Patients - This study has been terminated (Current: 23 Nov 2006) - Intradialytic parenteral nutrition
• Thalidomide for the Treatment of Malnutrition Inflammation Syndrome in Peritoneal Dialysis Patients - This study is not yet open for patient recruitment (Current: 23 Nov 2006) - thalidomide
• Oral Rehydration SolutionContaining Amylase Resistant Starch in Severely Malnourished Children. - This study has been completed (Current: 23 Nov 2006) - Amylase resistant starch added ORS
• Efficacy Trial to Examine Efficacy of Multimicronutrient Home Supplementation in Infants - This study is currently recruiting patients (Current: 23 Nov 2006) - Sprinkles
• Nutritional Deficiencies in the Bariatric Patients - This study is currently recruiting patients (Current: 23 Nov 2006)
• Clinical Trial of Alanyl-Glutamine or Glycine in Children With Persistent Diarrhea or Malnutrition - This study has been terminated (Current: 23 Nov 2006) - alanyl-glutamine,glycine
• Retinol Equivalence of Plant Carotenoids in Children - This study is currently recruiting patients (Current: 23 Nov 2006)
• Studies With Vitamin D - This study is currently recruiting patients (Current: 23 Nov 2006) - 1,25-Dihydroxycholecalciferol
• Resistance to Vitamin D or Parathyroid Hormone - This study is currently recruiting patients (Current: 23 Nov 2006)
• Effects of Dietary Carbohydrate and Fat on Hormones - This study has been completed (Current: 23 Nov 2006)
• Vitamin A to Reduce HIV in Vaginal Secretions and Prevent Viral Transmission - This study has been completed (Current: 23 Nov 2006) - Vitamin A
• A Study to Evaluate the Safety, Tolerability, and Efficacy of an Investigational Drug and Dietary Supplement in Men and Postmenopausal Women With Osteoporosis - This study is no longer recruiting patients (Current: 23 Nov 2006) - MK0217A, alendronate sodium (+) cholecalciferol / Duration of Treatment: 15 weeks
• A Study of an Investigational Drug and Dietary Supplement in Men and Postmenopausal Women With Osteoporosis - This study is no longer recruiting patients (Current: 23 Nov 2006) - MK0217A, alendronate sodium (+) cholecalciferol / Duration of Treatment: 24 weeks
• Catheterization to Locate Mesenchymal Tumors in Patients With Tumor-Induced Osteomalacia or Oncogenic Osteomalacia - This study is currently recruiting patients (Current: 23 Nov 2006)
• Community Trial of Newborn Vitamin A Supplementation to Reduce Infant Mortality in Rural Bangladesh - This study is currently recruiting patients (Current: 23 Nov 2006) - vitamin A supplementation (50,000 IU)
• Adherence With Iron Sprinkles Among High-Risk Infants - This study is currently recruiting patients (Current: 23 Nov 2006) - Ferrous sulphate drops with vitamins A, D, and C,Ferrous fumarate sprinkles with vitamins and minerals
• Relationship Between Folic Acid and Warfarin Metabolism and Effect - This study is currently recruiting patients (Current: 23 Nov 2006) - Folic acid
• Relation Between Maternal Iodine Status and Prenatal Foetal Thyroid Dimension - This study is not yet open for patient recruitment (Current: 23 Nov 2006)
• Single-Dose Postpartum Vitamin A Supplementation of Mothers and Neonates - This study is no longer recruiting patients (Current: 23 Nov 2006) - Vitamin A (retinyl palmitate)
• Impact of Maternal Vitamin A or Beta-Carotene Supplementation on Maternal and Infant Mortality in Bangladesh - This study is currently recruiting patients (Current: 23 Nov 2006) - Vitamin A or Beta-Carotene Supplements
• Correction of Vitamin D Inadequacy in Nursing Home Residents - This study is currently recruiting patients (Current: 23 Nov 2006) - vitamin D supplementation
• Vitamin D Administration in the Nursing Home - This study is no longer recruiting patients (Current: 23 Nov 2006) - Vitamin D
• Interaction of Cobalamin Status With Nitrous Oxide in Relation to Postoperative Cognitive Changes in the Elderly - This study is currently recruiting patients (Current: 23 Nov 2006) - anesthesia
• A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of an Investigational Drug in Elderly Subjects With Low Vitamin D Levels. - This study is no longer recruiting patients (Current: 23 Nov 2006) - MK0822A
• Treatment of Anemia in the 2nd Year of Life. Comparison of the Efficacy of Two Different Iron Preparations. - This study is not yet open for patient recruitment (Current: 23 Nov 2006) - Ferrous gluconate and iron polysaccharide complex
• Effects of Gynecological Age on LH Sensitivity to Energy Availability - This study has been completed (Current: 23 Nov 2006)
• Vitamin D Deficiency Causes Immune Dysfunction and Enables or Perpetuates the Development of Rheumatoid Arthritis - This study is currently recruiting patients (Current: 23 Nov 2006) - Vitamin D
• Can Recombinant Human Intrinsic Factor Be Used for Evaluation of the Vitamin B12 Absorption? - This study has been completed (Current: 23 Nov 2006) - Recombinant human intrinsic factor
• Characterization of Hyperparathyroidism and Vitamin D Deficiency in Obesity - This study is currently recruiting patients (Current: 23 Nov 2006) - Ergocalciferol,Cholecalciferol
• Evaluation of Vitamin D Requirements During Pregnancy - This study is currently recruiting patients (Current: 23 Nov 2006) - cholecalciferol (vitamin D3)
• The Prevalence of Vitamin D Deficiency and Effects of Vitamin D Supplementation in HIV-1 Infected Patients - This study is currently recruiting patients (Current: 23 Nov 2006) - colecalciferol
• How Many Patients Are in Need of Vitamin B12 Injections? - This study is currently recruiting patients (Current: 23 Nov 2006) - vitamin B 12
• Iron Replacement in Blood Donors - This study is currently recruiting patients (Current: 23 Nov 2006)
• Optimizing Vitamin D Nutrition in Healthy Adults - This study is currently recruiting patients (Current: 23 Nov 2006) - Oral Vitamin D Supplementation
• H. Pylori Eradication Trial to Reduce Iron Deficiency in Children - This study is not yet open for patient recruitment (Current: 23 Nov 2006) - Helicobacter infection eradication
• Study of the Effects of Muscular Activity on Iron Metabolism: a Pilot Study on Healthy Volunteers. - This study is not yet open for patient recruitment (Current: 23 Nov 2006)
• Is Helicobacter Pylori Infection a Cause or Treatment Failure of Iron Deficiency Anemia in Children in Bangladesh? - This study has been completed (Current: 23 Nov 2006) - Iron
• Feasible Means to Address Moderately Malnourished Children Within BINP Communities - This study has been completed (Current: 23 Nov 2006)
• Evaluation Research of the Nutrition Interventions in the INHP II Areas of CARE India - This study is no longer recruiting patients (Current: 23 Nov 2006)
• Using Iron Supplementation to Decrease Iron Deficiency Anemia in Infants and Young Children in India - This study has been completed (Current: 23 Nov 2006) - iron supplement, iron drops
• Safety and Efficacy Study of the Effect of Etanercept in Hemodialysis Patients - This study is currently recruiting patients (Current: 23 Nov 2006) - Etanercept
• Relative Efficacy of Two Regimens of Ante-Helminthic Treatment - This study is not yet open for patient recruitment (Current: 23 Nov 2006) - Albendazole
• Zinc-ORS in Severe and Complicated Acute Diarrhea - This study is currently recruiting patients (Current: 23 Nov 2006) - Zinc sulphate
• A Phase II, Randomized, Cross-Over, Vehicle-Controlled, Double-Blind, Multicenter Study of the Safety, Pharmacodynamics, and Preliminary Efficacy of GHRP-1/AG in Subjects With ESRD on Hemodialysis - This study is currently recruiting patients (Current: 23 Nov 2006) - GHRP-1/AG 70 mg depot in ESRD
• TB Nutrition, Immunology and Epidemiology - This study is no longer recruiting patients (Current: 23 Nov 2006) - Folic Acid,Micronutrients: Vitamins B1, B2, B6, Niacin, B12, C, E.,Selenium,Vitamin A
• PEU in Elderly TCU Residents - This study is currently recruiting patients (Current: 23 Nov 2006)

Drugs used in Clinical Trials for Kwashiorkor

The format for each of the following is:

• The drug,
• followed by the name of the trial,
• followed by whether the trial is recruiting patients,
  - The trial may not have started and not yet recruiting, or the trial may have started and do not need any more recruitements, or the trial may be completed.
  - Note**: Please follow the link to determine the current trial status.

ClinicalTrials.gov has listed the following drugs in trials for Kwashiorkor:

• 1,25-Dihydroxycholecalciferol - Studies With Vitamin D - This study is currently recruiting patients (Current: 23 Nov 2006)
• Alanyl-Glutamine - Clinical Trial of Alanyl-Glutamine or Glycine in Children With Persistent Diarrhea or Malnutrition - This study has been terminated (Current: 23 Nov 2006)
• Alanyl-glutamine - HIAS II - Study of Nutritional Supplementation in Hospitalized Children With Persistent Diarrhea or Malnutrition - This study has been completed (Current: 23 Nov 2006)
• Albendazole (400 mg) and/or Vitamin a - Deworming and Vitamin A (DEVTA) Prepilot Study - This study has been completed (Current: 23 Nov 2006)
• Albendazole - Relative Efficacy of Two Regimens of Ante-Helminthic Treatment - This study is not yet open for patient recruitment (Current: 23 Nov 2006)
• Amylase resistant starch added ORS - Oral Rehydration SolutionContaining Amylase Resistant Starch in Severely Malnourished Children. - This study has been completed (Current: 23 Nov 2006)
• Anesthesia - Interaction of Cobalamin Status With Nitrous Oxide in Relation to Postoperative Cognitive Changes in the Elderly - This study is currently recruiting patients (Current: 23 Nov 2006)
• Calcium and Vitamin D Supplementation - Bone Mineral Density, Body Composition and Growth Following Severe Burn Injury - This study is currently recruiting patients (Current: 23 Nov 2006)
• Cholecalciferol (Vitamin D3) - Evaluation of Vitamin D Requirements During Pregnancy - This study is currently recruiting patients (Current: 23 Nov 2006)
• Cholecalciferol - Characterization of Hyperparathyroidism and Vitamin D Deficiency in Obesity - This study is currently recruiting patients (Current: 23 Nov 2006)
• Colecalciferol - The Prevalence of Vitamin D Deficiency and Effects of Vitamin D Supplementation in HIV-1 Infected Patients - This study is currently recruiting patients (Current: 23 Nov 2006)
• Ergocalciferol - Characterization of Hyperparathyroidism and Vitamin D Deficiency in Obesity - This study is currently recruiting patients (Current: 23 Nov 2006)
• Etanercept - Safety and Efficacy Study of the Effect of Etanercept in Hemodialysis Patients - This study is currently recruiting patients (Current: 23 Nov 2006)
• Ferrous fumarate sprinkles with vitamins and minerals - Adherence With Iron Sprinkles Among High-Risk Infants - This study is currently recruiting patients (Current: 23 Nov 2006)
• Ferrous gluconate and iron polysaccharide complex - Treatment of Anemia in the 2nd Year of Life. Comparison of the Efficacy of Two Different Iron Preparations. - This study is not yet open for patient recruitment (Current: 23 Nov 2006)
• Ferrous sulphate drops with vitamins A, D, and C - Adherence With Iron Sprinkles Among High-Risk Infants - This study is currently recruiting patients (Current: 23 Nov 2006)
• Folic Acid - TB Nutrition, Immunology and Epidemiology - This study is no longer recruiting patients (Current: 23 Nov 2006)
• Folic acid - Relationship Between Folic Acid and Warfarin Metabolism and Effect - This study is currently recruiting patients (Current: 23 Nov 2006)
• Food Supplement: Lactobacillus Gg - Beneficial Bacteria to Prevent and Malnutrition and Diarrhea in Pakistinian Infants - This study is not yet open for patient recruitment (Current: 23 Nov 2006)
• Fresubin protein energy Drink (CAVE! nutritional intervention) - Malnutrition in Gastroenterology Patients - This study is currently recruiting patients (Current: 23 Nov 2006)
• GHRP-1/AG 70 mg depot in ESRD - A Phase II, Randomized, Cross-Over, Vehicle-Controlled, Double-Blind, Multicenter Study of the Safety, Pharmacodynamics, and Preliminary Efficacy of GHRP-1/AG in Subjects With ESRD on Hemodialysis - This study is currently recruiting patients (Current: 23 Nov 2006)
• Glycine - Clinical Trial of Alanyl-Glutamine or Glycine in Children With Persistent Diarrhea or Malnutrition - This study has been terminated (Current: 23 Nov 2006)
• Glycine - HIAS II - Study of Nutritional Supplementation in Hospitalized Children With Persistent Diarrhea or Malnutrition - This study has been completed (Current: 23 Nov 2006)
• Helicobacter infection eradication - H. Pylori Eradication Trial to Reduce Iron Deficiency in Children - This study is not yet open for patient recruitment (Current: 23 Nov 2006)
• Intradialytic parenteral nutrition - Effect of Intradialytic Parenteral Nutrition on Morbidity and Mortality of Malnourished Hemodialysis Patients - This study has been terminated (Current: 23 Nov 2006)
• Iron Supplement, Iron Drops - Using Iron Supplementation to Decrease Iron Deficiency Anemia in Infants and Young Children in India - This study has been completed (Current: 23 Nov 2006)
• Iron - Is Helicobacter Pylori Infection a Cause or Treatment Failure of Iron Deficiency Anemia in Children in Bangladesh? - This study has been completed (Current: 23 Nov 2006)
• MK0217A, alendronate sodium (+) cholecalciferol / Duration of Treatment: 15 weeks - A Study to Evaluate the Safety, Tolerability, and Efficacy of an Investigational Drug and Dietary Supplement in Men and Postmenopausal Women With Osteoporosis - This study is no longer recruiting patients (Current: 23 Nov 2006)
• MK0217A, alendronate sodium (+) cholecalciferol / Duration of Treatment: 24 weeks - A Study of an Investigational Drug and Dietary Supplement in Men and Postmenopausal Women With Osteoporosis - This study is no longer recruiting patients (Current: 23 Nov 2006)
• MK0822A - A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of an Investigational Drug in Elderly Subjects With Low Vitamin D Levels. - This study is no longer recruiting patients (Current: 23 Nov 2006)
• Micronutrients: Vitamins B1, B2, B6, Niacin, B12, C, E. - TB Nutrition, Immunology and Epidemiology - This study is no longer recruiting patients (Current: 23 Nov 2006)
• Nandrolone (anabolic steroid) - Anabolic Steroids for Nutritional Rehabilitation of Critically Ill Patients - This study is currently recruiting patients (Current: 23 Nov 2006)
• Oral Vitamin D Supplementation - Optimizing Vitamin D Nutrition in Healthy Adults - This study is currently recruiting patients (Current: 23 Nov 2006)
• Parenteral Nutrition - Dose Comparison of Amino Acids on Growth in Premature Neonates - This study is currently recruiting patients (Current: 23 Nov 2006)
• Ready-To-Use Therapeutic Food - Ready to Use Therapeutic Food in the Rehabilitation of Severely Malnourished Children - This study is no longer recruiting patients (Current: 23 Nov 2006)
• Recombinant human intrinsic factor - Can Recombinant Human Intrinsic Factor Be Used for Evaluation of the Vitamin B12 Absorption? - This study has been completed (Current: 23 Nov 2006)
• Selenium - TB Nutrition, Immunology and Epidemiology - This study is no longer recruiting patients (Current: 23 Nov 2006)
• Sprinkles - Efficacy Trial to Examine Efficacy of Multimicronutrient Home Supplementation in Infants - This study is currently recruiting patients (Current: 23 Nov 2006)
• Testosterone Undecanoate - The Effects of Testosterone and Nutritional Supplementation in the Undernourished Elderly - This study is currently recruiting patients (Current: 23 Nov 2006)
• Thalidomide - Thalidomide for the Treatment of Malnutrition Inflammation Syndrome in Peritoneal Dialysis Patients - This study is not yet open for patient recruitment (Current: 23 Nov 2006)
• Vitamin A (retinyl palmitate) - Single-Dose Postpartum Vitamin A Supplementation of Mothers and Neonates - This study is no longer recruiting patients (Current: 23 Nov 2006)
• Vitamin A Supplementation (50,000 Iu) - Community Trial of Newborn Vitamin A Supplementation to Reduce Infant Mortality in Rural Bangladesh - This study is currently recruiting patients (Current: 23 Nov 2006)
• Vitamin A or Beta-Carotene Supplements - Impact of Maternal Vitamin A or Beta-Carotene Supplementation on Maternal and Infant Mortality in Bangladesh - This study is currently recruiting patients (Current: 23 Nov 2006)
• Vitamin A - High/Low Dose Vit A in Diarrhea/ALRI in Severe PEM - This study has been completed (Current: 23 Nov 2006)
• Vitamin A - TB Nutrition, Immunology and Epidemiology - This study is no longer recruiting patients (Current: 23 Nov 2006)
• Vitamin A - Vitamin A to Reduce HIV in Vaginal Secretions and Prevent Viral Transmission - This study has been completed (Current: 23 Nov 2006)
• Vitamin B 12 - How Many Patients Are in Need of Vitamin B12 Injections? - This study is currently recruiting patients (Current: 23 Nov 2006)
• Vitamin D Supplementation - Correction of Vitamin D Inadequacy in Nursing Home Residents - This study is currently recruiting patients (Current: 23 Nov 2006)
• Vitamin D - Vitamin D Administration in the Nursing Home - This study is no longer recruiting patients (Current: 23 Nov 2006)
• Vitamin D - Vitamin D Deficiency Causes Immune Dysfunction and Enables or Perpetuates the Development of Rheumatoid Arthritis - This study is currently recruiting patients (Current: 23 Nov 2006)
• Zinc sulphate - Zinc-ORS in Severe and Complicated Acute Diarrhea - This study is currently recruiting patients (Current: 23 Nov 2006)

The trial data on this page has been sourced from

• The U.S. National Library of Medicine (NLM) together with ClinicalTrials.gov

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