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Testing Euphorbia prostrata for patients with Chronic Vein Disease: Does It Reduce Symptoms and Improve Daily Life?

Efficacy and safety of euphorbia prostrata in the management of chronic venous disease: a randomized controlled trial - NIL

Status
Active, not recruiting
Phases
Unknown
Study type
Interventional
Source
CTRI
Registry ID
CTRI/2025/08/092937
Enrollment
300
Registered
2025-08-12
Start date
Unknown
Completion date
Unknown
Last updated
2025-08-18

For informational purposes only — not medical advice. Sourced from public registries and may not reflect the latest updates. Terms

Conditions

Health Condition 1: G998- Other specified disorders of nervous system in diseases classified elsewhere

Interventions

Intervention1: Tablet Euphorbia Prostrata: Drug Name: Euphorbia prostrata Dose: 100-200 mg extract Route: Oral Frequency: Twice daily Duration: 7-14 days (acute), 4-12 weeks (chronic) Purpose: Treats

Sponsors

Dr. A.P. Rohith
Lead Sponsor

Eligibility

Inclusion criteria

Inclusion criteria: Adults aged 18 to 65 years with clinically diagnosed primary varicose veins CEAP C2 to C4. Symptomatic patients presenting with pain, swelling, pigmentation, or skin changes. Eligible for treatment with Euphorbia prostrata, Pilex or surgery. Willing to provide informed consent and comply with follow up visits for 24 weeks.

Exclusion criteria

Exclusion criteria: Diagnosis of secondary varicose veins, including cases related to deep vein thrombosis, trauma or congenital venous anomalies. Presence of active venous ulcers CEAP class C5 to C6 or infective dermatitis at the study entry. Known systemic conditions such as hepatic impairment, renal dysfunction, coagulopathies, or uncontrolled diabetes. Pregnancy, lactation or known allergy to study medications.

Design outcomes

Primary

MeasureTime frame
Reduction in pain scores (VAS scale) Decrease in bleeding episodes (hemorrhoids) Improvement in heaviness/aching (varicose veins) Objective Clinical Measures Reduction in hemorrhoid size (proctoscopy grading) Improvement in venous refill time (Doppler ultrasound) Decrease in visible varicosity severity (CEAP classification) Timepoint: Baseline visit (Day 1) Day 90 (plus or minus 3 days) Final visit at Day 180 (plus or minus 3 days) - End of study

Secondary

MeasureTime frame
Metabolic & Systemic Parameters BMI, waist circumference Lipid profile (HDL, triglycerides) Glycemic control (HbA1c, fasting glucose) Blood pressure (systolic/diastolic) Liver Safety Profile AST, ALT, ALP, bilirubin levels Patient-Reported Outcomes Quality of life score (disease-specific questionnaire) Number of adverse eventsTimepoint: Baseline visit (Day 1) Day 30 (plus or minus 3 days) Day 60 (plus or minus 3 days) - Telephonic follow-up Day 90 (plus or minus 3 days) Day 135 (plus or minus 3 days) - Telephonic follow-up Final visit at Day 180 (plus or minus 3 days) - End of study

Countries

India

Contacts

Public ContactDr AP Rohith

Srm Institute of Science and Technology

mgr@srmist.edu.in7598464723

Outcome results

None listed

Source: CTRI (via WHO ICTRP) · Data processed: Feb 4, 2026