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A Placebo-Controlled Trial of Korean Red Ginseng Extract to Prevent Acute Respiratory Illness in Healthy Subjects
In Brief
A Phase 3 clinical trial evaluating Korean red ginseng and Placebo for Healthy Subjects. Completed, enrolled 100 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
Upper respiratory tract infections are a major source of morbidity throughout the world. Extracts of Korean red ginseng have been found to have the potential to modulate both natural and acquired immune responses. The investigators sought to examine the efficacy of an extract of Korean red ginseng in preventing colds. Therefore, the efficacy and safety of Korean red ginseng will be investigated in healthy subjects during the influenza season.
Study Details
Timeline
Interventions
Korean red ginseng(3.0g/day) for 12 weeks
Placebo (3.0g/day) for 12 weeks