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Effect of Probiotic Supplementation on Endothelial Function in Men With Coronary Artery Disease
In Brief
A Phase 4 clinical trial evaluating GoodBelly Probiotic and Vancomycin for Coronary Artery Disease. Completed, enrolled 21 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
The study is being performed to determine whether probiotics (GoodBelly) improves blood vessel function.Probiotics similar to yogurt are living micro-organisms (beneficial to its host) the lives in the intestine. Patients who have coronary artery disease will be enrolled in this study. The research results will be used to determine if the type of bacteria present in the intestines play a role in the pathogenesis of cardiovascular disease. Patients with coronary artery disease will be enrolled for up to 12 weeks. Patients will take the probiotic for 6 weeks. Following the 6 week period there is a washout period of 4 weeks, and an optional antibiotic study called vancomycin. Patients will take the vancomycin for 10 days. Blood vessel function will be measured by ultrasound before and after the probiotic supplement and vancomycin antibiotic. Blood will also be taken before and after to evaluate for markers of inflammation.
Study Details
Timeline
Interventions
GoodBelly Probiotic 2.7 oz Daily x 6 weeks. Followed by a 4 week wash out period and then, Vancomycin, a non absorbed antibiotic administered (250 mg four times daily) orally for 10 days
GoodBelly Probiotic 2.7 oz Daily x 6 weeks. Followed by a 4 week wash out period and then, Vancomycin, a non absorbed antibiotic administered (250 mg four times daily) orally for 10 days