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Spirulina capsules
Spirulina is a nutrient-dense cyanobacterium that provides proteins, vitamins, minerals, and bioactive compounds that support general nutritional status and cellular health.
Spirulina is a nutrient-dense cyanobacterium that provides proteins, vitamins, minerals, and bioactive compounds that support general nutritional status and cellular health. Used for Nutritional supplementation and general wellness (not an approved pharmaceutical indication).
At a glance
| Generic name | Spirulina capsules |
|---|---|
| Sponsor | Tatyasaheb Kore Dental College |
| Modality | Small molecule |
| Therapeutic area | Nutritional supplement / Wellness |
| Phase | FDA-approved |
Mechanism of action
Spirulina contains phycocyanin, carotenoids, polysaccharides, and essential amino acids that may enhance immune function, reduce oxidative stress, and support metabolic processes. As a dietary supplement rather than a pharmaceutical agent, it works through nutritional supplementation rather than a specific receptor or enzyme inhibition mechanism.
Approved indications
- Nutritional supplementation and general wellness (not an approved pharmaceutical indication)
Common side effects
- Gastrointestinal upset
- Nausea
- Headache
- Allergic reactions (rare)
Key clinical trials
- Spirulina Platensis Supplementation and Calorie Restriction in Obese Men : A Randomized Controlled Trial Protocol Study (NA)
- LMN-201 for Prevention of C. Difficile Infection Recurrence (PHASE2, PHASE3)
- Assessing the Impact of Herbal Supplement on Fatigue and Disease Activity in SLE: Results From an 8-Week Randomized Trial (NA)
- Spirulina Oral Supplement for Enhancing Host Resilience to Virus Infection (PHASE3)
- LMN-101 in a Campylobacter Human Challenge Model (PHASE2)
- Algae Effects in Markers of Cardiovascular Risk and Gut Microbiome (NA)
- Effects of Spirulina Supplementation on Mental Health in Healthy Adults (NA)
- Effects of Immulina TM Supplements With PASC Patients (PHASE3)
Primary sources
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| Source | Used for |
|---|---|
| ClinicalTrials.gov | Trial enrolment, design, endpoints, results |
Competitive intelligence
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