Obesity
Conditions
Keywords
obesity, weight loss, weight management, anti-psychotic medication, nutriceutical
Brief summary
This is a pilot study to determine the safety and efficacy of an investigational product (IHBG-10) on weight change and changes in body composition in subjects who have just started taking (for less than three months) certain anti-psychotic medications (Risperdal, Seroquel, and/or Zyprexa).
Detailed description
A total of 30 subjects will be enrolled in this study. They will be randomized in to one of two groups. One group (of 20 subjects) will take 500 mg of the investigational product (IHBG-10) 15 minutes prior to the three main meals of the day; subjects will continue to take their prescribed anti-psychotic medications. The other group (of 10 subjects) will take a placebo 15 minutes prior to the three main meals of the day; subjects will continue to take their prescribed anti-psychotic medications. Subjects will take the investigational product or placebo for 12 weeks. Participation in this study involves 4 study visits.
Interventions
500 mg IHBG-10
Placebo taken 15 minutes prior to the three main meals of the day
Sponsors
Study design
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
* Men and women, age 18 and older * Agree to keep diet, exercise and all current health habits stable during participation in the study * Have been taking Risperdal (Risperidone), Seroquel (Quetiapine), or Zyprexa (Olanzapine) for less than 3 months
Exclusion criteria
* Current active acute psychotic episode * Women who are pregnant, breastfeeding or planning to become pregnant * Prior bariatric surgery * Use of prescription or over-the-counter appetite suppressants, herbal products or other medications for weight loss within the past month * Obesity as a result of a clinically-diagnosed endocrine problem
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Weight | 12 weeks |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Body composition | 12 weeks |
Countries
United States