Efficacy and Safety of Hemp-derived, Full Spectrum Cannabigerol (CBG) in Adults
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ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier: NCT05743985 |
Recruitment Status :
Active, not recruiting
First Posted : February 24, 2023
Last Update Posted : February 22, 2024
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First Submitted Date ICMJE | February 15, 2023 | ||||||||||||||
First Posted Date ICMJE | February 24, 2023 | ||||||||||||||
Last Update Posted Date | February 22, 2024 | ||||||||||||||
Actual Study Start Date ICMJE | August 1, 2022 | ||||||||||||||
Actual Primary Completion Date | December 31, 2023 (Final data collection date for primary outcome measure) | ||||||||||||||
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Original Primary Outcome Measures ICMJE | Same as current | ||||||||||||||
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Current Secondary Outcome Measures ICMJE | Not Provided | ||||||||||||||
Original Secondary Outcome Measures ICMJE | Not Provided | ||||||||||||||
Current Other Pre-specified Outcome Measures | Not Provided | ||||||||||||||
Original Other Pre-specified Outcome Measures | Not Provided | ||||||||||||||
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Brief Title ICMJE | Efficacy and Safety of Hemp-derived, Full Spectrum Cannabigerol (CBG) in Adults | ||||||||||||||
Official Title ICMJE | Efficacy and Safety of Hemp-derived, Full Spectrum Cannabigerol (CBG) in Adults | ||||||||||||||
Brief Summary | The goal of this observational study is to provide exploratory research into the in vivo physiological and psychological effects, if any, of cannabigerol (CBG) in healthy human adults age 21 or over. The main questions it aims to answer are:
Over the course of the 12-week study, participants will:
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Detailed Description | BACKGROUND AND CONTEXT The Cannabis plant has gained significant, and increasing, interest in the medical community due to the therapeutic potential of substances such as Δ9-tetrahydrocannabinol (Δ9-THC) and cannabidiol (CBD). However, there are hundreds of different phytocannabinoids, terpenes, and flavonoids present in Cannabis plants, generating complex interactions in the human body. Cannabigerol (CBG) is one phytocannabinoid that has recently garnered a groundswell of media and commercial interest, although scientific literature on CBG is severely lacking compared with published research on Δ9-THC and CBD. Current studies suggest that CBG appears to have characteristics for affinity and activity somewhere between CBD and Δ9-THC, with additional unique interactions with 5-hydroxytryptamine (5-HT1A) receptors and α-2 adrenoceptors. Based on published research, there may be therapeutic potential for CBG in the treatment of neuroinflammatory disorders, inflammatory bowel disease, bacterial infections (such as MRSA), prostate cancer, and dental plaque. Many of these studies, however, indicate a vital need for additional research on the pharmacological effects of human CBG consumption, especially given the increase in its unregulated commercial use. This study will focus on the clinical application of CBG for healthy adults, current knowledge of its possible therapeutic utility, and its potential toxicological hazards. PROBLEM STATEMENT Cannabigerol is currently available for purchase in a variety of products and, as with cannabidiol (CBD) before it, many claims are being made about its benefits. Unlike CBD, however, little in-depth research has been performed on this intriguing phytocannabinoid, and much of what is known warrants further investigation to identify potential areas of therapeutic uses and hazards. RESEARCH QUESTIONS What effect, if any, does daily oral consumption of 50mg of full spectrum CBG have on the mental, physical, and emotional wellbeing of healthy individuals, as measured by self-report Medical Symptom Questionnaire and 36-Item Short Form Health Survey scores? Is CBG effective at reducing inflammation in the body, as measured by HSCRP, ESR, and PSA inflammatory markers? Do age, gender, weight, or state of body inflammation have an effect on the perceived efficacy of CBG? What adverse effects, if any, are associated with CBG use? OBJECTIVES The long-term goal is to provide exploratory research into the in vivo physiological and psychological effects, if any, of cannabigerol in humans. The objective of the current study is to determine whether clinically applied CBG in 100 healthy adults 21 or over in the United States has an effect on inflammatory markers in the body and/or self-reported physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing. The study has the following sub-objectives:
The result of this study will be valuable to industry practitioners as well as patient populations in developing a clear pharmacological picture of the efficacy and risks of full spectrum CBG consumption. |
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Study Type ICMJE | Interventional | ||||||||||||||
Study Phase ICMJE | Not Applicable | ||||||||||||||
Study Design ICMJE | Allocation: N/A Intervention Model: Single Group Assignment Masking: None (Open Label) Primary Purpose: Treatment |
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Intervention ICMJE | Other: Cannabigerol
Hemp-derived full spectrum cannabigerol oil carried in an organic coconut (MCT) oil within hydroxypropyl methylcellulose capsules.
Other Names:
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Study Arms ICMJE | Experimental: 50mg CBG Capsule
50mg cannabigerol (CBG) oil capsule taken daily for 8 weeks. Study surveys and bloodwork completed for 12 weeks total, including 8 weeks of CBG treatment and subsequent 4-week washout period
Intervention: Other: Cannabigerol
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Publications * |
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* Includes publications given by the data provider as well as publications identified by ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier (NCT Number) in Medline. |
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Recruitment Information | |||||||||||||||
Recruitment Status ICMJE | Active, not recruiting | ||||||||||||||
Estimated Enrollment ICMJE |
100 | ||||||||||||||
Original Estimated Enrollment ICMJE | Same as current | ||||||||||||||
Estimated Study Completion Date ICMJE | April 30, 2024 | ||||||||||||||
Actual Primary Completion Date | December 31, 2023 (Final data collection date for primary outcome measure) | ||||||||||||||
Eligibility Criteria ICMJE | Inclusion Criteria:
Exclusion Criteria:
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Ages ICMJE | 21 Years and older (Adult, Older Adult) | ||||||||||||||
Accepts Healthy Volunteers ICMJE | Yes | ||||||||||||||
Contacts ICMJE | Contact information is only displayed when the study is recruiting subjects | ||||||||||||||
Listed Location Countries ICMJE | Puerto Rico, United States | ||||||||||||||
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NCT Number ICMJE | NCT05743985 | ||||||||||||||
Other Study ID Numbers ICMJE | F30A-CBG-EAS2022 | ||||||||||||||
Has Data Monitoring Committee | Yes | ||||||||||||||
U.S. FDA-regulated Product |
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IPD Sharing Statement ICMJE |
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Current Responsible Party | Formula30A LLC | ||||||||||||||
Original Responsible Party | Same as current | ||||||||||||||
Current Study Sponsor ICMJE | Formula30A LLC | ||||||||||||||
Original Study Sponsor ICMJE | Same as current | ||||||||||||||
Collaborators ICMJE | Not Provided | ||||||||||||||
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PRS Account | Formula30A LLC | ||||||||||||||
Verification Date | February 2024 | ||||||||||||||
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