Oxytocin for Weight Loss in Teens
Oxytocin for Weight Loss in Adolescents
Recruiting
Phase 2
Interventional Study
Obesity, Adolescent
Oxytocin
Prior Safety Data
This treatment has already been tested in at least one earlier human trial.
At a Glance
- Age
- 10 – 18
- Sex
- Any
- Trial phase
- Phase 2
- Study type
- Interventional
- Purpose
- Treatment
- Participants needed
- 55 (estimated)
- Sponsor
- Massachusetts General Hospital · Other
Who this trial is looking for
This trial is looking for teenagers aged 10 to 18 who are struggling with obesity. Participants will receive either oxytocin or a placebo nasal spray, taken four times a day for 12 weeks, while attending regular study visits and assessments.
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
You may be able to join if
- I am between 10 and 18 years old.
- I have obesity.
- I am willing to maintain my current diet and lifestyle during the study.
You may not be able to join if
- I have current substance abuse issues.
- I have lost more than 5 kg in the last 3 months.
- I follow a nonstandard diet.
- I have cardiovascular disease.
- I have epilepsy.
- I am pregnant or breastfeeding, or I refuse to use contraception.
- I have an eating disorder.
Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.
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About This Trial
This is a randomized, double blind, placebo-controlled study of the effects of intranasal oxytocin in youths with obesity, ages 10-18 years old. Subjects will be randomized to receive intranasal oxytocin or placebo (1 spray per nostril, 4 times per day) for 12 weeks. Study visits include screening to determine eligibility, 2-part main study visits at baseline, week 8, and week 12, and safety check…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
* Males and Females, 10-18 years
* Obesity (BMI ≥95th percentile for age and gender)
* Willingness to maintain current diet and lifestyle for the duration of study participation
Exclusion Criteria:
* Current substance abuse
* Use of prescription or over-the-counter drugs or di…
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