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EczemaNCT07703215

NPQ Plus Supplementation for Skin Health and Antioxidant Status

A study testing NPQ Plus in people with Eczema and Atopic Dermatitis, run by N REMEDIER (M) SDN BHD at 1 site in Malaysia.

Completed

Finished. The study has ended and is not enrolling. Results may be posted on the official record.

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Trial summary

This study evaluated the effects of NPQ Plus supplementation on skin health, antioxidant status, fatigue, and self-perceived well-being in healthy adults with skin concerns. NPQ Plus is a multi-component nutraceutical formulation containing polyphenols (Oligonol®), nicotinamide mononucleotide (NMN; RevAge®)… Read more about this study

Who is it for?
Ages 40 years and older
Conditions the study is for
Eczema, Atopic Dermatitis, Skin Health
What is being tested?
NPQ Plus
Type of treatment
Pill or oral medicine
Could I receive a placebo?
No, everyone receives an active treatment
How many people
55 participants
Where
1 siteMalaysia
Study dates
1 Jan 2026to 30 Apr 2026
Phase
Interventional
Are there results?
None posted in the registry

Key requirements

Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.

  • Ages 40 years and older
  • All sexes
  • No healthy volunteers
  • Adult, Older adult

Who may be able to join

  • Experiencing at least one skin concern (e.g., itchiness, dryness, roughness, flaking, or skin cracking) within the previous 3 months.
  • Willing and able to consume one sachet of NPQ Plus daily for 12 weeks.
  • Willing to attend all scheduled study visits and assessments.
  • Able to understand the study procedures and provide written informed consent.

Who cannot join

  • Consumption of dietary supplements intended to improve skin health within the previous 3 months.
  • Pregnant or breastfeeding women.
  • Known allergy or hypersensitivity to any ingredient in NPQ Plus.
  • Presence of any medical condition or concurrent medication that, in the opinion of the investigator, could interfere with study participation or outcome assessments.
  • Participation in another clinical study within the previous 3 months.
  • Unable or unwilling to comply with the study protocol.

Trial locations and contacts

1 site in 1 country.

Malaysia1 site
  • UCSI University

    Cheras, Kuala Lumpur, 56000

Other trials in Malaysia

About this study

Official title: Effects of NPQ Plus Supplementation on Skin Health, Antioxidant Status, Fatigue and Self-Perceived Well-being: A Single-Arm Prospective Interventional Study

This study evaluated the effects of NPQ Plus supplementation on skin health, antioxidant status, fatigue, and self-perceived well-being in healthy adults with skin concerns. NPQ Plus is a multi-component nutraceutical formulation containing polyphenols (Oligonol®), nicotinamide mononucleotide (NMN; RevAge®), pyrroloquinoline quinone (PQQ; PureQQ®), coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10), and a trace mineral complex (Ioniplex), which are known to possess antioxidant and cellular protective properties.

This was a single-arm, open-label, prospective interventional study involving 55 participants. Subjects consumed one sachet of NPQ Plus daily for 12 weeks. Assessments were performed at baseline and at Weeks 4, 8, and 12. Skin health was evaluated using the Patient-Oriented Eczema Measure (POEM), visual analogue scale (VAS), and objective skin biophysical measurements including skin elasticity, hydration, transepidermal water loss (TEWL), pigmentation, inflammation, and sebum secretion. Antioxidant status was assessed by measuring total antioxidant capacity (TAOC), malondialdehyde (MDA), 3-nitrotyrosine (3-NT), and 8-hydroxy-2'-deoxyguanosine (8-OHdG). Fatigue symptoms and self-perceived improvements in skin health, sleep quality, and overall well-being were also evaluated.

Read the detailed description

Skin aging is influenced by intrinsic aging processes and environmental stressors, including ultraviolet radiation, pollution, and oxidative stress. These factors contribute to impaired skin barrier function, reduced hydration and elasticity, inflammation, pigmentation changes, and increased oxidative damage to lipids, proteins, and DNA. Nutraceutical supplementation containing antioxidant and mitochondrial-supporting bioactive compounds has emerged as a potential strategy to mitigate these changes by enhancing endogenous antioxidant defenses and supporting cellular repair mechanisms.

NPQ Plus is a multi-component nutritional supplement comprising polyphenols (Oligonol®), nicotinamide mononucleotide (NMN; RevAge®), pyrroloquinoline quinone (PQQ; PureQQ®), coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10), and a trace mineral complex (Ioniplex). These ingredients have been reported to possess antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and mitochondrial-supportive properties that may improve skin condition, reduce oxidative stress, and alleviate fatigue.

This completed study employed a single-arm, open-label, prospective interventional design. Fifty-five healthy adults with skin concerns were enrolled and instructed to consume one sachet of NPQ Plus daily for 12 weeks. Clinical assessments were conducted at baseline and after 4, 8, and 12 weeks of supplementation.

The primary evaluations included objective skin biophysical measurements using the Multiprobe Adapter (MPA) system, consisting of skin elasticity (Cutometer®), skin hydration (Corneometer®), transepidermal water loss (Tewameter®), skin inflammation and pigmentation (Mexameter®), and sebum secretion (Sebumeter®). Patient-reported skin outcomes were assessed using the Patient-Oriented Eczema Measure (POEM), visual analogue scale (VAS), and self-perceived improvements in skin health.

Systemic antioxidant status and oxidative damage were evaluated using saliva biomarkers, including total antioxidant capacity (TAOC), malondialdehyde (MDA), 3-nitrotyrosine (3-NT), and 8-hydroxy-2'-deoxyguanosine (8-OHdG). Fatigue was assessed using the Functional Assessment of Chronic Illness Therapy-Fatigue (FACIT-Fatigue) Scale, while participants also reported changes in sleep quality and overall well-being.

The study aimed to characterize longitudinal changes following NPQ Plus supplementation across multiple domains, including skin health, antioxidant status, fatigue symptoms, and participant-reported outcomes, over the 12-week intervention period.

Being tested
NPQ Plus
Keywords
NPQ Plus, Nutraceutical, Skin Health, Atopic Dermatitis, Antioxidant Status, Oxidative Stress, Fatigue, Nicotinamide Mononucleotide (NMN), Pyrroloquinoline Quinone (PQQ), Coenzyme Q10, Oligonol
Medical subject headings
Eczema, Dermatitis, Atopic, Fatigue, Sleep Initiation and Maintenance Disorders

What participants receive

What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.

  • NPQ PlusDietary supplement

    NPQ Plus is a dietary supplement containing Oligonol® (polyphenols), nicotinamide mononucleotide (NMN; RevAge®), pyrroloquinoline quinone (PQQ; PureQQ®), coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10), and a trace mineral complex (Ioniplex). Participants consumed one sachet orally once daily for 12 weeks.

Study groups in NCT07703215
Study groupRoleWhat they receive
NPQ Plus SupplementationExperimentalParticipants consumed one sachet of NPQ Plus orally once daily for 12 weeks. NPQ Plus is a multi-component nutraceutical formulation containing Oligonol®, nicotinamide mononucleotide (NMN; RevAge®), pyrroloquinoline quinone (PQQ; PureQQ®), coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10), and a trace mineral complex (Ioniplex). Assessments were performed at baseline and at Weeks 4, 8, and 12 to evaluate skin health, antioxidant status, fatigue, and self-perceived well-being.
Receives: Dietary Supplement: NPQ Plus

What is being measured

The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.

  1. Skin Elasticity

    Skin elasticity was measured using the Cutometer® (MPA580, Courage \& Khazaka, Germany). Measurements were obtained from the left cheek, right inner forearm, and dorsal neck under standardized environmental conditions. Three consecutive readings were recorded at each site and the mean value was used for analysis. Higher values indicate greater skin elasticity.

    Measured: Baseline, Week 4, Week 8, and Week 12

  2. Skin Hydration

    Skin hydration was assessed using the Corneometer® CM825. Measurements were obtained from the left cheek, right inner forearm, and dorsal neck. Three readings were averaged for each anatomical site. Higher values indicate greater skin hydration.

    Measured: Baseline, Week 4, Week 8, and Week 12

  3. Transepidermal Water Loss (TEWL)

    Skin barrier function was evaluated by measuring transepidermal water loss using the Tewameter® TM300. Measurements were performed under standardized environmental conditions. Lower values indicate improved skin barrier integrity.

    Measured: Baseline, Week 4, Week 8, and Week 12

  4. Skin Inflammation

    Skin inflammation was assessed using the erythema index measured by the Mexameter® MX18. Lower erythema values indicate reduced skin inflammation.

    Measured: Baseline, Week 4, Week 8, and Week 12

  5. Skin Pigmentation

    Skin pigmentation was evaluated using the melanin index measured by the Mexameter® MX18. Changes in melanin index were assessed throughout the intervention.

    Measured: Baseline, Week 4, Week 8, and Week 12

  6. Sebum Secretion

    Sebum secretion was measured using the Sebumeter® SM815. Three measurements were obtained and averaged for each assessment site. Higher values indicate greater sebum production.

    Measured: Baseline, Week 4, Week 8, and Week 12

  7. Patient-Oriented Eczema Measure (POEM)

    Skin symptoms were assessed using the Patient-Oriented Eczema Measure (POEM), a validated patient-reported questionnaire evaluating eczema severity over the previous week. Lower scores indicate less severe symptoms.

    Measured: Baseline, Week 4, Week 8, and Week 12

Secondary outcomes (6)
  1. Total Antioxidant Capacity (TAOC)

    Total antioxidant capacity was determined from saliva samples using a ferric reducing antioxidant capacity (FRAC) assay. Higher values indicate greater antioxidant capacity.

    Measured: Baseline, Week 4, Week 8, and Week 12

  2. Malondialdehyde (MDA)

    Lipid oxidative damage was assessed by measuring salivary malondialdehyde (MDA). Lower concentrations indicate reduced lipid peroxidation.

    Measured: Baseline, Week 4, Week 8, and Week 12

  3. 3-Nitrotyrosine (3-NT)

    Protein oxidative damage was assessed by measuring salivary 3-nitrotyrosine (3-NT), a biomarker of protein nitration. Lower concentrations indicate reduced protein oxidative damage.

    Measured: Baseline, Week 4, Week 8, and Week 12

  4. 8-Hydroxy-2'-deoxyguanosine (8-OHdG)

    Oxidative DNA damage was assessed by measuring salivary 8-hydroxy-2'-deoxyguanosine (8-OHdG). Lower concentrations indicate reduced oxidative DNA damage.

    Measured: Baseline, Week 4, Week 8, and Week 12

  5. Functional Assessment of Chronic Illness Therapy-Fatigue (FACIT-Fatigue)

    Fatigue severity was assessed using the Functional Assessment of Chronic Illness Therapy-Fatigue (FACIT-Fatigue) questionnaire. Lower scores indicate lower fatigue severity.

    Measured: Baseline, Week 4, Week 8, and Week 12

  6. Self-perceived Outcomes

    Participants rated their overall skin health, skin itchiness and sleep quality using a visual analogue scale (VAS). Ten indicate the best possible outcome, and zero indicate the worst possible outcome.

    Measured: Baseline, Week 4, Week 8, and Week 12

Timeline

From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.

  1. First posted14 Jul 2026
  2. Study start1 Jan 2026
  3. Primary completion30 Apr 2026
  4. Study completion30 Apr 2026

Resources

More details

For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.

Study design
Study type
Interventional
Phase
Phase N/A
Primary purpose
Supportive care
Allocation
Not applicable
Intervention model
Single group
Model description
This was a single-arm, open-label, prospective interventional study evaluating the effects of NPQ Plus supplementation on skin health, antioxidant status, fatigue, and self-perceived well-being. Participants consumed one sachet of NPQ Plus daily for 12 weeks. Assessments were conducted at baseline and at Weeks 4, 8, and 12 to evaluate changes in skin biophysical parameters, antioxidant biomarkers, fatigue, and participant-reported outcomes.
Masking
None (open label)
Enrolment
55 participants (actual)
IDs, dates and publications
ClinicalTrials.gov ID
NCT07703215
Sponsor's protocol ID
IEC-2025-FMHS-0019
Status last verified
Jul 2026
First submitted
8 Jul 2026
Last updated
14 Jul 2026
Results posted
No
Data monitoring committee
No
FDA-regulated drug
No
FDA-regulated device
No
Individual data sharing
Yes: Individual Participant Data (IPD) that underlie the published results, after de-identification, will be made available upon reasonable request to the Principal Investigator. Data sharing requests will be evaluated based on scientific merit, ethical considerations, and institutional approval.

Publications

  • Hu T, Wang F, Duan Q, Zhao X, Yang F. Prevalence of fatigue and perceived fatigability in older adults: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Sci Rep. 2025 Feb 9;15(1):4818. doi: 10.1038/s41598-025-88961-x.

    PubMed 39924533
  • Leo TK, Tan ESS, Amini F, Rehman N, Ng ESC, Tan CK. Effect of Rice (Oryza sativa L.) Ceramides Supplementation on Improving Skin Barrier Functions and Depigmentation: An Open-Label Prospective Study. Nutrients. 2022 Jun 30;14(13):2737. doi: 10.3390/nu14132737.

    PubMed 35807914

Questions about this trial

What is this clinical trial studying?

A study testing NPQ Plus in people with Eczema and Atopic Dermatitis, run by N REMEDIER (M) SDN BHD at 1 site in Malaysia.

The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.

Who may be eligible to take part?

The sponsor lists 4 inclusion and 6 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.

Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?

The record says: finished, as of the sponsor's last update on 14 Jul 2026. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.

Where is the study taking place?

The record lists 1 site in Malaysia. Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.

What are the possible benefits and risks?

They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.

Are results available for this study?

The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.

How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?

The record lists no contact. The official record names the sponsor, who can be asked directly. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.

What does the primary outcome measure?

Skin Elasticity (time frame: Baseline, Week 4, Week 8, and Week 12). The study lists 7 primary outcomes in all. It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.

Where can I read the original study information?

On the ClinicalTrials.gov record for NCT07703215, which also lists 2 linked publications.

Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?

No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.

How often is this information updated?

AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 14 Jul 2026.

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