๐Ÿ›๏ธ Verified NIH Record โ€ข Updated 2026-04-27

Mitigating Toxic Impact: The Role of Coenzyme Q10 in Post-Exposure Protection (NCT06962657)

๐ŸŸก Not Yet Recruiting Phase2 ๐Ÿ’Š Investigational Drug / Biologic Sponsor: University of California, San Diego

๐Ÿฉบ Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)

This research study is being conducted to see if coenzyme Q10 (a nutritional supplement) might help to prevent and/or alleviate symptoms and health consequences and help to improve quality of life and physical function in residents affected by the February 2023 East Palestine, Ohio train derailment. This is a pilot study that is not powered to achieve benefit but seek to examine effect size and variance to aid in power calculations for a potential future better powered study.

Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.

Location: UC San Diego โ€” La Jolla, California

Age range: 18 Years to 65 Years

๐Ÿงช Interventions in This Study

๐Ÿ“‹ "Do I Qualify?" โ€” 1-Minute Self Screener

Instant Checklist

Full eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria โ†—

๐Ÿ“ All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)

  • UC San Diego โ€” La Jolla, California

๐Ÿ“ž Contact the Study Coordinator

Phone: (858) 558-4950

Email: jbritchie@ucsd.edu

Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.

๐Ÿ’ฐ Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights

  • 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
  • Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA ยง 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
  • Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.

๐Ÿ’ก How to Participate

  1. Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
  2. Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
  3. Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
  4. Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.
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