Protocol summary

Study aim
Determine the effects of ginger powder supplementation on biochemical, hormonal, and inflammatory factors, and serum oxidative stress in women with polycystic ovary syndrome
Design
This study is a double-blind clinical trial study with a control group and parallel groups, randomized using random assignment software (RAS) on 48 patients.
Settings and conduct
This study is a double-blind clinical trial study that will be conducted on patients with polycystic ovary syndrome referring to Ahvaz endocrinology office and clinic for 12 weeks and among them 48 people based on the inclusion and exclusion criteria of the study randomly They are divided into 2 intervention and control groups. Participants and researchers are blinded.
Participants/Inclusion and exclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: Age above 18 years BMI above 18.5 Diagnosis and confirmation of polycystic ovary syndrome by an endocrinologist and metabolism specialist based on the Rotterdam criteria Exclusion criteria: Pregnancy Lactation Menopause Having other causes of hyperandrogenism such as congenital adrenal hyperplasia, Cushing's syndrome, ovarian or adrenal tumor Taking ginger supplements in the last three months
Intervention groups
The subjects of the intervention group received 2 capsules of 1 gram of ginger daily and the subjects of the control group received 2 placebos (starch content) daily, which are completely similar to ginger capsules in terms of appearance.
Main outcome variables
FBS; HbA1c; Ins; HOMA-IR; QUICKI; TC; TG; LDL-C; HDL-C; AIP; IL6; MDA; TAC; Leptin; Testosterone; SHBG; FAI; AMH; Hirsutism; Alopecia

General information

Reason for update
Acronym
IRCT registration information
IRCT registration number: IRCT20221205056719N1
Registration date: 2023-01-15, 1401/10/25
Registration timing: registered_while_recruiting

Last update: 2023-01-15, 1401/10/25
Update count: 0
Registration date
2023-01-15, 1401/10/25
Registrant information
Name
Zeinab Heidari
Name of organization / entity
Country
Iran (Islamic Republic of)
Phone
+98 61 3293 3116
Email address
heidari.z@ajums.ac.ir
Recruitment status
Recruitment complete
Funding source
Expected recruitment start date
2023-01-10, 1401/10/20
Expected recruitment end date
2023-09-21, 1402/06/30
Actual recruitment start date
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Actual recruitment end date
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Trial completion date
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Scientific title
The effects of ginger powder supplementation on biochemical, hormonal, and inflammatory factors, and serum oxidative stress in women with polycystic ovary syndrome
Public title
Ginger in PCOS
Purpose
Treatment
Inclusion/Exclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria:
Age above 18 years BMI above 18.5 Diagnosis and confirmation of polycystic ovary syndrome by an endocrinologist and metabolism specialist based on the Rotterdam criteria Willingness to cooperate
Exclusion criteria:
Unwillingness to participate in the study Pregnancy Lactation Menopause Having other causes of hyperandrogenism such as congenital adrenal hyperplasia, Cushing's syndrome, ovarian or adrenal tumor Having any type of disease that affects hormonal parameters, such as hypoglycemia, diabetes, hyperprolactinemia, hyperparathyroidism, thyroid disorders, hypertension, anemia, allergies, asthma, cardiovascular, kidney, liver, lung, and cancer. Taking ginger supplements in the last three months Anticoagulant, diabetes and blood pressure medications (due to interference with ginger) during the study Following special diets
Age
From 18 years old
Gender
Female
Phase
N/A
Groups that have been masked
  • Participant
  • Investigator
Sample size
Target sample size: 48
Randomization (investigator's opinion)
Randomized
Randomization description
Based on the inclusion and exclusion criteria, people are randomly divided into 2 intervention groups and control groups by assigning three-digit codes by random assignment software (RAS). Allocation concealment will be used for concealment. This work is done using opaque envelopes sealed with a random sequence (Sequentially numbered, sealed, opaque envelopes). In this method, each of the random sequences created is recorded on a card and the cards will be placed in the envelopes in order. In order to maintain the random sequence, the outer surface of the envelopes is numbered in the same order. Finally, the lid of the envelopes is glued and they are placed in a box. At the time of the registration of the participants, based on the order of entry of the eligible participants to the study, the envelopes will be opened in order and the assigned group of that participant will be revealed.
Blinding (investigator's opinion)
Double blinded
Blinding description
Ginger capsules and placebo are distributed in containers that are identical in appearance and coded by a person other than the investigator. None of the participants and the investigator will know about the group in which the people are located, and the coding will be done by someone other than the researcher. Necessary explanations are provided for eligible people to participate in the research and informed consent is obtained from them.
Placebo
Used
Assignment
Parallel
Other design features

Secondary Ids

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Ethics committees

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Ethics committee
Name of ethics committee
Ethics committee of Ahvaz Jundishapour University of Medical Sciences
Street address
Golestan highway, Jundishapour university of medical sciences
City
Ahvaz
Province
Khouzestan
Postal code
6194994986
Approval date
2022-12-04, 1401/09/13
Ethics committee reference number
IR.AJUMS.REC.1401.417

Health conditions studied

1

Description of health condition studied
polycystic ovary syndrome
ICD-10 code
E28.2
ICD-10 code description
Polycystic ovarian syndrome

Primary outcomes

1

Description
Fasting blood sugar
Timepoint
Before intervention and 12 weeks after intervention
Method of measurement
Enzymatic method

2

Description
Glycosylated hemoglobin
Timepoint
Before intervention and 12 weeks after intervention
Method of measurement
ELISA Kit

3

Description
Serum insulin
Timepoint
Before intervention and 12 weeks after intervention
Method of measurement
ELISA Kit

4

Description
Triglycerides
Timepoint
Before intervention and 12 weeks after intervention
Method of measurement
Enzymatic method

5

Description
Total cholesterol
Timepoint
Before intervention and 12 weeks after intervention
Method of measurement
Enzymatic method

6

Description
High density lipoprotein cholesterol
Timepoint
Before intervention and 12 weeks after intervention
Method of measurement
Enzymatic method

7

Description
Interleukin 6
Timepoint
Before intervention and 12 weeks after intervention
Method of measurement
ELISA Kit

8

Description
Total antioxidant capacity
Timepoint
Before intervention and 12 weeks after intervention
Method of measurement
ELISA Kit

9

Description
Malondialdehyde
Timepoint
Before intervention and 12 weeks after intervention
Method of measurement
ELISA Kit

10

Description
Anti mullerian hormone
Timepoint
Before intervention and 12 weeks after intervention
Method of measurement
ELISA Kit

11

Description
Leptin
Timepoint
Before intervention and 12 weeks after intervention
Method of measurement
ELISA Kit

12

Description
Testosterone
Timepoint
Before intervention and 12 weeks after intervention
Method of measurement
ELISA Kit

13

Description
Sex hormone binding globulin
Timepoint
Before intervention and 12 weeks after intervention
Method of measurement
ELISA Kit

14

Description
Insulin resistance
Timepoint
Before intervention and 12 weeks after intervention
Method of measurement
HOMA-IR

15

Description
Insulin sensitivity
Timepoint
Before intervention and 12 weeks after intervention
Method of measurement
QUICKI

Secondary outcomes

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Intervention groups

1

Description
Intervention group: Ginger, 500 mg, 4 doses daily, for 12 weeks
Category
Treatment - Drugs

2

Description
Control group: Placebo, 500mg, 4 doses daily, for 12 weeks
Category
Placebo

Recruitment centers

1

Recruitment center
Name of recruitment center
Clinic of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Golestan hospital of ahvaz
Full name of responsible person
Zeinab Heidari
Street address
Jundishapour university of medical sciences
City
Ahvaz
Province
Khouzestan
Postal code
61357-15794
Phone
+98 916 609 2716
Email
Zeynab.heydari67@gmail.com

Sponsors / Funding sources

1

Sponsor
Name of organization / entity
Ahvaz University of Medical Sciences
Full name of responsible person
Dr. Majid Mohammadshahi
Street address
Golestan highway
City
Ahvaz
Province
Khouzestan
Postal code
61357-15794
Phone
+98 61 3311 5441
Email
shahi334@gmail.com
Grant name
Grant code / Reference number
Is the source of funding the same sponsor organization/entity?
Yes
Title of funding source
Ahvaz University of Medical Sciences
Proportion provided by this source
100
Public or private sector
Public
Domestic or foreign origin
Domestic
Category of foreign source of funding
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Country of origin
Type of organization providing the funding
Academic

Person responsible for general inquiries

Contact
Name of organization / entity
Ahvaz University of Medical Sciences
Full name of responsible person
Zeinab Heidari
Position
Ph.D student
Latest degree
Master
Other areas of specialty/work
Nutrition
Street address
Golestan highway
City
Ahvaz
Province
Khouzestan
Postal code
61357-15794
Phone
+98 61 3311 2930
Email
Zeynab.heydari67@gmail.com

Person responsible for scientific inquiries

Contact
Name of organization / entity
Ahvaz University of Medical Sciences
Full name of responsible person
Dr. Majid Mohammadshahi
Position
Associate professor
Latest degree
Ph.D.
Other areas of specialty/work
Nutrition
Street address
Golestan highway
City
Ahvaz
Province
Khouzestan
Postal code
61357-15794
Phone
0099 6133115441
Email
shahi334@gmail.com

Person responsible for updating data

Contact
Name of organization / entity
Ahvaz University of Medical Sciences
Full name of responsible person
Zeinab
Position
Ph.D student
Latest degree
Master
Other areas of specialty/work
Nutrition
Street address
Golestan highway
City
Ahvaz
Province
Khouzestan
Postal code
61357-15794
Phone
+98 61 3311 2930
Email
Zeynab.heydari67@gmail.com

Sharing plan

Deidentified Individual Participant Data Set (IPD)
Yes - There is a plan to make this available
Study Protocol
Yes - There is a plan to make this available
Statistical Analysis Plan
Yes - There is a plan to make this available
Informed Consent Form
Yes - There is a plan to make this available
Clinical Study Report
Yes - There is a plan to make this available
Analytic Code
Yes - There is a plan to make this available
Data Dictionary
Yes - There is a plan to make this available
Title and more details about the data/document
The total potential data can be shared after unidentifiable participant
When the data will become available and for how long
12 months after publication
To whom data/document is available
people working in academic institutions
Under which criteria data/document could be used
Confidential raw data for secondary analysis will be available to researchers.
From where data/document is obtainable
Zeinab Heidari zeynab.heydari67@gmail.com
What processes are involved for a request to access data/document
Submit a proposal from prestigious academic institution
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