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NCT05888233 · ClinicalTrials.gov registry record · Phase 2

Allopurinol Improves Heart Function in African Americans With Resistant Hypertension

A Phase 2 study of Resistant Hypertension and Heart Failure Preserved Ejection Fraction, sponsored by VA Office of Research and Development.

Recruiting
Registry status
Phase 2
Development phase
50
Enrollment target
1
Study location

NCT05888233: Recruiting Phase 2 study of Resistant Hypertension and Heart Failure Preserved Ejection Fraction, sponsored by VA Office of Research and Development.

NCT05888233 is a Phase 2 study of Resistant Hypertension and Heart Failure Preserved Ejection Fraction that is actively recruiting participants, run by VA Office of Research and Development. The registered enrollment target is 50 participants, below the 3,403-participant average among 4 other Resistant Hypertension trials with a reported enrollment target (99% lower). The trial reports 1 study location across 1 state. According to ClinicalTrials.gov, the official US trial registry.

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The verdict

NCT05888233, a Phase 2 study of Resistant Hypertension and Heart Failure Preserved Ejection Fraction, is actively recruiting participants, sponsored by VA Office of Research and Development.

RECRUITING
Registry status
Phase 2
Development phase
50 participants
Enrollment target
1
Study location

Study Summary

African American adults in the United States have the highest prevalence rate of high blood pressure (hypertension) and heart failure in the world. African Americans with treatment resistant hypertension have higher levels of the enzyme - xanthine oxidase compared to Caucasians. This trial will test if administration of the xanthine oxidase inhibitor - Allopurinol (commonly used in the treatment of gout), given over a period of 8 weeks, will improve heart function, exercise ability and quality of life in African American Veterans with resistant hypertension.

Primary Outcome

Change from baseline in left ventricular diastolic function index: Normalized peak early diastolic filling rate (E) after 8-weeks of treatment with Allopurinol. (Range 1.5 - 3.0 end-diastolic velocity (EDV)/second)

Interventions

  • DRUG Allopurinol

Study Locations (1)

Alabama

  • Birmingham VA Medical Center, Birmingham, AL - Birmingham

Trial Details

FieldValue
Enrollment Target 50 participants
Start Date 2024-09-30
Est. Completion 2026-05-31
Phase Phase 2
VA Office of Research and Development

1,668 total trials

What NCT05888233 shows while recruiting

NCT05888233 is an interventional study that assigns participants to a tested intervention. The registry caps enrollment at 50 participants, a relatively small participant target, below the 3,403-participant average among 4 other Resistant Hypertension trials with a reported enrollment target (99% lower).

The record links to 2 conditions, with Resistant Hypertension appearing as the primary indexed condition, and to 1 intervention - of which Allopurinol is the first listed.

NCT05888233 reports a single indexed study location in Alabama.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is clinical trial NCT05888233 about?

NCT05888233 is a clinical study titled "Allopurinol Improves Heart Function in African Americans With Resistant Hypertension". African American adults in the United States have the highest prevalence rate of high blood pressure (hypertension) and heart failure in the world. African Americans with treatment resistant hypertension have higher levels of the enzyme - xanthine oxidase compared to Caucasians. This trial will test...

What is the current status of trial NCT05888233?

This trial is currently recruiting. It is a Phase 2 study. The enrollment target is 50 participants. The study started on 2024-09-30. Estimated completion is 2026-05-31.

What conditions does trial NCT05888233 study?

This clinical trial studies the following conditions: Resistant Hypertension, Heart Failure Preserved Ejection Fraction.

What interventions are being tested in trial NCT05888233?

The interventions under investigation include: Allopurinol (DRUG).

Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT05888233?

This trial is sponsored by VA Office of Research and Development, which has 1,668 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov.

Where is trial NCT05888233 being conducted?

This trial has 1 study location across Alabama. Contact the study sites directly through ClinicalTrials.gov for enrollment availability.

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Source: ClinicalTrials.gov NCT05888233, the US trial registry maintained by the National Library of Medicine. NCT05888233 (small enrollment · single site footprint · recruiting) retrieved and formatted by PlainTrial, see methodology.