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CAPSULE Study

Study Type

Weight Loss/Obesity

Study Purpose

The purpose of this research study is to test a hydrogel capsule for its effects on weight loss.

About the Study

The hydrogel capsule is an orally taken pill that helps the body to have a continuing sense of fullness during and after meals. The capsule does not release any chemicals, is not absorbed into the body, and comes out as waste.

Participants will be randomized into one of two groups: one will receive the hydrogel capsule and one will receive the placebo capsule. Participants will be asked to take one capsule twice a day before their main meals and complete a daily food/activity diary. Throughout the duration of the study, volunteers will also receive 14 brief (15 minutes) lifestyle counseling visits.

Study Design

Number of Visits: 18 in-person study visits and 1 phone visit

Procedures:

• Assessment of medical history, physical exam
• Height, weight and waist circumference measurements
• Blood pressure and pulse measurements
• Questionnaires
• Blood work
• Lifestyle counseling

Study Qualifications

To qualify for this research study, participants should:

• Be 18 years or older
• Have a Body Mass Index (BMI) of 27 – 40 calculate your BMI
• Have had previous unsuccessful attempts to lose weight
• Not be diabetic (pre-diabetic accepted)

*You may not qualify for this study based on other eligibility criteria not listed.  The study coordinator will go over this information in detail.

Study Duration

Participation in the study will last approximately 32 weeks.

Compensation

Compensation of up to $525 is offered for the completion of this study.

Study Contact

If you are interested in volunteering for this research study, click here to screen online. Interested volunteers many also call 225-763-3000 or email clinicaltrials@pbrc.edu.

If you think you may be eligible, please click the button below to screen online.

GET STARTED

Please do not fill out this questionnaire for anyone other than yourself unless you are their legal guardian.
If you know someone who may be interested please direct them to the site or have them call us directly at 225-763-3000.

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