Clinical trials: HDL Cholesterol
Primary Hypercholesterolemia, Mixed Dyslipidemia
Efficacy and Safety of Extended-Release Niacin/ Laropiprant/Simvastatin Tablets in Participants With Hypercholesterolemia or Mixed Dyslipidemia (MK-0524B-143)
This study is being done to find out if tablets containing extended release (ER) niacin, laropiprant, and simvastatin (ERN/LRPT/SIM) are as effective as tablets containing ER niacin and laropiprant taken with simvastatin tablets…
- Trial name
- NCT01335997
- Testing
- ER niacin/laropiprant (ERN/LRPT), ER niacin/laropiprant/simvastatin (ERN/LRPT/SIM), Simvastatin (SIM)
- Volunteers
- 1,139 people
- Sponsor
- Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
Infection, Human Immunodeficiency Virus I, HIV-1 Infection
HIV-1 Infection Study of Once a Day Versus Twice a Day Protease Inhibitor in Antiretroviral Treatment Naive Adults
This is a Phase IIIB, 48 Week, multicentre, randomized, open-label, parallel group study comparing the safety and efficacy of fosamprenavir plus ritonavir 1400mg/100mg once-daily to fosamprenavir plus ritonavir 700mg/100mg…
- Trial name
- NCT00450580
- Testing
- fosamprenavir/ritonavir
- Where
- 69 sites in Belgium, France and 7 more
- Volunteers
- 212 people
- Sponsor
- ViiV Healthcare
Hyperlipidemias, Hypertension
The Effect of Farlong® NotoGinseng™ (Ginseng Plus®) on Cholesterol and Blood Pressure
In this randomized, placebo-controlled, double-blind parallel study in human participants with elevated LDL-C and elevated BP described here, the clinical benefits of Farlong NotoGinseng™ (Farlong Ginseng Plus® Panax Notoginseng…
- Trial name
- NCT04069715
- Testing
- Farlong NotoGinseng™ (Farlong Ginseng Plus® Panax Notoginseng extract)
- Volunteers
- 95 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- LongStar HealthPro, Inc. DBA Farlong Pharmaceutical
Cardiovascular Diseases
A Study of AMR101 to Evaluate Its Ability to Reduce Cardiovascular Events in High-Risk Patients With Hypertriglyceridemia and on Statin
AMR101 (icosapent ethyl [ethyl-EPA]) is a highly purified ethyl ester of eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) developed by Amarin Pharma Inc.
- Trial name
- REDUCE-IT (NCT01492361)
- Testing
- AMR101, Statin therapy
- Where
- 410 sites in United States, Australia and 9 more
- Volunteers
- 8,179 people
- Sponsor
- Amarin Pharma Inc.
HIV Infections, Dyslipidemia
Study of Niacin on Endothelial Function in HIV-infected Subjects With Low High Density Lipoprotein Cholesterol Levels
This study is a pilot study examining the effect of extended-release niacin (Niaspan ®) on flow-mediated vasodilation (FMD) of the brachial artery, among human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)-1 infected individuals with low high…
- Conditions
- HIV Infections, Dyslipidemia, Endothelial Dysfunction
- Trial name
- NCT00986986
- Testing
- extended release niacin
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 20 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of Hawaii
Hypertriglyceridemia
Efficacy and Safety of AMR101 (Ethyl Icosapentate) in Patients With Fasting Triglyceride (Tg) Levels ≥ 500 and ≤ 2000 mg/dL
The primary objective is to determine the efficacy of AMR101 (ethyl icosapentate) compared to placebo in lowering fasting triglyceride levels in patients with very high fasting triglyceride levels ≥ 500 and ≤ 2000 mg/dL.
- Trial name
- MARINE (NCT01047683)
- Testing
- AMR101 (ethyl icosapentate) - 4 g/day, AMR101 (ethyl icosapentate) - 2 g/day
- Where
- 60 sites in United States, Denmark and 9 more
- Volunteers
- 229 people
- Sponsor
- Amarin Pharma Inc.
Dyslipidemia
12-Month, Open-Label, Extension Study of LCP-AtorFen in Dyslipidemia
The current study is designed to test the long-term (12-month) safety and efficacy of LCP-AtorFen, a combination of atorvastatin and fenofibrate, in patients with dyslipidemia
- Trial name
- NCT00664859
- Testing
- LCP-AtorFen
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 140 people
- Sponsor
- Veloxis Pharmaceuticals
HIV-1 Infection
Endothelial Function, Lipoproteins, and Inflammation With Low HDL Cholesterol in HIV: ER Niacin Versus Fenofibrate
This study is being done with people with HIV infection who have low levels of HDL-C. HDL-C is a type of "good" cholesterol. People with low HDL-C have a higher risk of heart disease and may have problems with how their blood…
- Trial name
- NCT01426438
- Testing
- Niacin, Aspirin, Fenofibrate
- Where
- 14 sites in United States
- Volunteers
- 99 people
- Sponsor
- Advancing Clinical Therapeutics Globally for HIV/AIDS and Other Infections
Obesity, Hypertension
The Effects of Metformin on Blood Vessel Structure and Function
The purpose of this study is to evaluate whether the drug Metformin has beneficial effects on the blood vessels of individuals with the Metabolic Syndrome (MeS).
- Conditions
- Obesity, Hypertension, Hypercholesterolemia, Hyperglycemia
- Trial name
- NCT00105066
- Testing
- Metformin
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 77 people
- Sponsor
- National Institute on Aging (NIA)
Primary Hypercholesterolemia, Dyslipidemia
A Study to Evaluate Efficacy and Safety of Extended-Release Niacin + Laropiprant + Simvastatin in Participants With Primary Hypercholesterolemia or Mixed Dyslipidemia (MK-0524B-118)
This study is being done to find out if tablets containing extended release (ER) niacin, laropiprant, and simvastatin (ERN/LRPT/SIM) are as effective as tablets containing ER niacin and laropiprant taken with simvastatin tablets…
- Trial name
- NCT01294683
- Testing
- Simvastatin, Extended Release (ER) niacin/laropiprant/simvastatin (N/LRPT/SIM), Extended Release (ER) niacin/laropiprant (N/LRPT)
- Volunteers
- 977 people
- Sponsor
- Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Effects Of CP-690,550 (Tasocitinib) On Cholesterol Metabolism In Patients With Active Rheumatoid Arthritis
The purpose of study is to explore the effect of CP-690,550 (tasocitinib) on cholesterol metabolism in patients with active rheumatoid arthritis (RA).
- Trial name
- NCT01262118
- Testing
- CP-690,550 (tasocitinib)
- Where
- 11 sites in United States, Hungary
- Volunteers
- 69 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Pfizer
Diabetes, Schizophrenia
Pioglitazone as a Treatment for Lipid and Glucose Abnormalities In Patients With Schizophrenia
This is a study with an approved drug for treating type 2 diabetes, for its effects on treating glucose and lipid abnormalities in patients being treated with first or second-generation antipsychotics, and comparison of effects…
- Conditions
- Diabetes, Schizophrenia, Insulin Resistance, Cognitive Impairment
- Trial name
- NCT00231894
- Testing
- Pioglitazone, Life style diet group
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 56 people
- Sponsor
- Nathan Kline Institute for Psychiatric Research
Healthy Participants
A Study of LY2484595 on Pharmacokinetics in Healthy Participants
This is a 2-part study. Part 1 is to determine the safety and tolerability in healthy participants of increasing daily doses of LY2484595 for 14 days to achieve a blood level of LY2484595 much higher than what is needed for…
- Trial name
- NCT01448824
- Testing
- LY2484595, Ketoconazole
- Where
- 2 sites in United States
- Volunteers
- 82 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Eli Lilly and Company
Schizophrenia, Schizoaffective Disorder
Trial Comparing the Effects of Aripiprazole With Those of Standard of Care on Non-HDL Cholesterol in Patients With Schizophrenia or Bipolar I Disorder Who Have Metabolic Syndrome
The purpose of this study was to determine whether patients with schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, or bipolar I disorder who also have metabolic syndrome have a larger decrease in fasting non-high density lipoprotein…
- Conditions
- Schizophrenia, Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar I Disorder, Metabolic Syndrome
- Trial name
- NCT00857818
- Testing
- Aripiprazole, Oanzapine, risperidone, or quetiapine
- Where
- 14 sites in Canada
- Volunteers
- 64 people
- Sponsor
- Otsuka Pharmaceutical Development & Commercialization, Inc.
Hypercholesterolemia
Supplements, Placebo, or Rosuvastatin Study
A research study that is evaluating a low dose of an FDA approved statin medication in comparison to several commercially available over the counter dietary supplements which are marketed for cholesterol health.
- Trial name
- SPORT (NCT04846231)
- Testing
- Fish Oil, Cinnamon, Garlique,Turmeric, Plant Sterol, Red Yeast Rice, Rosuvastatin
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 203 people
- Sponsor
- The Cleveland Clinic
Primary Hypercholesterolemia or Mixed Dyslipidemia
Efficacy and Safety of Inclisiran as Monotherapy in Chinese Adults With Low or Moderate ASCVD Risk and Elevated Low-density Lipoprotein Cholesterol.
The purpose of this study was to evaluate the efficacy and safety of inclisiran as a monotherapy in Chinese adults with low or moderate atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD) risk and elevated low-density lipoprotein…
- Trial name
- V-Mono China (NCT05888103)
- Testing
- Inclisiran
- Where
- 28 sites in China
- Volunteers
- 207 people
- Sponsor
- Novartis Pharmaceuticals
Atherosclerosis, Cardiovascular Disease
High-Density Lipoprotein (HDL) Cholesterol Increased Plaque Stabilization in the Elderly
The purpose of this study is to investigate the added benefits of increased high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol serum levels over and above those achieved by lipid lowering therapy guided by current guidelines, in older…
- Trial name
- NIA-Plaque (NCT00127218)
- Testing
- any statin, niacin
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 145 people
- Sponsor
- Johns Hopkins University
Obesity, Insulin Resistance
Study of the Relationship Between Body Composition, Insulin Resistance and HDL Levels
Approximately 20 million people in the United States have some form of kidney failure. People with kidney failure have an increased chance of having low levels of high density lipid (HDL), so called "good cholesterol." Patients…
- Trial name
- NCT02755818
- Testing
- Heparin
- Volunteers
- 50 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of California, Davis
Cardiovascular Disease
Effects of Niacin Therapy on Lipoprotein Composition and Function
Background: Niacin is a vitamin in many foods, including meats, fish, fruits, and vegetables. It is often used as a dietary supplement that causes many improvements in the body. Researchers think it can affect heart health.
- Trial name
- NCT02322203
- Testing
- Niacin Extended Release
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 22 people
- Sponsor
- National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI)
Cardiovascular Disease, Peripheral Arterial Disease
Treatment of HDL to Reduce the Incidence of Vascular Events HPS2-THRIVE
The primary aim is to assess the effects of raising HDL cholesterol (the good type) with extended release niacin/laropiprant 2g (previously known as MK-0524A) versus matching placebo on the risk of heart attack or coronary death…
- Conditions
- Cardiovascular Disease, Peripheral Arterial Disease, Diabetes Mellitus, Coronary Heart Disease
- Trial name
- HPS2-THRIVE (NCT00461630)
- Testing
- ER niacin/laropiprant, simvastatin, ezetimibe/simvastatin
- Where
- United Kingdom
- Volunteers
- 25,673 people
- Sponsor
- University of Oxford