The efficacy and safety of Codonopsis lanceolata water extract for sarcopenia: A study protocol for randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial
Abstract:Introduction:
This study aimed to propose a protocol to demonstrate the efficacy of
Codonopsis lanceolata
water extract for the improvement of skeletal muscle mass (SMM) and function (muscle strength or performance function) and its safety compared to a placebo in adults with reduced muscle strength.
Methods and analysis:
A randomized double-blind placebo-controlled clinical trial was conducted. Participants will be recruited from the Korean Medicine … Show more
“…Numerous drug candidates have been assessed in clinical trials. Recent examples include perindopril (angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor) combined with leucine [50], anamorelin hydrochloride (gherlin receptor agonist) [51], water extract of Codonopsis lanceolata (flowering plant native to East Asia) [52], and bimagrumab (activin receptor type-IIB (ActRIIB) inhibitor) [53]. Although there is currently no clinically approved drug for sarcopenia, much progress has been made in characterizing the cellular mechanisms underpinning the development of sarcopenia (Figure 2 and reviewed in [54]), and this has led to the discovery of many new drug candidates.…”
Section: Introduction: Skeletal Muscle Aging Definition Of Sarcopenia...mentioning
Sarcopenia is a disease characterized by the progressive loss of skeletal muscle mass and function that occurs with aging. The progression of sarcopenia is correlated with the onset of physical disability, the inability to live independently, and increased mortality. Due to global increases in lifespan and demographic aging in developed countries, sarcopenia has become a major socioeconomic burden. Clinical therapies for sarcopenia are based on physical therapy and nutritional support, although these may suffer from low adherence and variable outcomes. There are currently no clinically approved drugs for sarcopenia. Consequently, there is a large amount of pre-clinical research focusing on discovering new candidate drugs and novel targets. In this review, recent progress in this research will be discussed, along with the challenges that may preclude successful translational research in the clinic. The types of drugs examined include mitochondria-targeting compounds, anti-diabetes agents, small molecules that target non-coding RNAs, protein therapeutics, natural products, and repositioning candidates. In light of the large number of drugs and targets being reported, it can be envisioned that clinically approved pharmaceuticals to prevent the progression or even mitigate sarcopenia may be within reach.
“…Numerous drug candidates have been assessed in clinical trials. Recent examples include perindopril (angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor) combined with leucine [50], anamorelin hydrochloride (gherlin receptor agonist) [51], water extract of Codonopsis lanceolata (flowering plant native to East Asia) [52], and bimagrumab (activin receptor type-IIB (ActRIIB) inhibitor) [53]. Although there is currently no clinically approved drug for sarcopenia, much progress has been made in characterizing the cellular mechanisms underpinning the development of sarcopenia (Figure 2 and reviewed in [54]), and this has led to the discovery of many new drug candidates.…”
Section: Introduction: Skeletal Muscle Aging Definition Of Sarcopenia...mentioning
Sarcopenia is a disease characterized by the progressive loss of skeletal muscle mass and function that occurs with aging. The progression of sarcopenia is correlated with the onset of physical disability, the inability to live independently, and increased mortality. Due to global increases in lifespan and demographic aging in developed countries, sarcopenia has become a major socioeconomic burden. Clinical therapies for sarcopenia are based on physical therapy and nutritional support, although these may suffer from low adherence and variable outcomes. There are currently no clinically approved drugs for sarcopenia. Consequently, there is a large amount of pre-clinical research focusing on discovering new candidate drugs and novel targets. In this review, recent progress in this research will be discussed, along with the challenges that may preclude successful translational research in the clinic. The types of drugs examined include mitochondria-targeting compounds, anti-diabetes agents, small molecules that target non-coding RNAs, protein therapeutics, natural products, and repositioning candidates. In light of the large number of drugs and targets being reported, it can be envisioned that clinically approved pharmaceuticals to prevent the progression or even mitigate sarcopenia may be within reach.
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