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Safety and Tolerability of the Ketogenic Diet in ALS
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Generated
Jul 28, 2026
Report code
NCT01016522-Jul 28, 2026
NCT ID
NCT01016522
Status
TERMINATED
Phase
Phase 3
Sponsor
Johns Hopkins University
Executive brief
Investment-Ready Snapshot
The trial, sponsored by Johns Hopkins University, aimed to evaluate the safety and tolerability of the ketogenic diet in ALS patients with gastrostomy tubes. Although the study has been terminated, it highlights the growing interest in dietary interventions for neurodegenerative diseases, particularly ALS. The market for ALS treatments is competitive, with existing therapies like Riluzole and emerging gene therapies. Companies exploring dietary supplements or nutritional interventions may find strategic opportunities, especially if safety data supports further investigation. Diligence should focus on the regulatory landscape surrounding dietary supplements and the potential for partnerships with academic institutions.
Source & freshness
Provenance
https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT01016522
Indication
Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
Modality
protein therapy
Target
Ketogenic diet's metabolic effects on ALS patients, specifically through the use of a high-fat, low-carbohydrate dietary supplement (KetoCal).
Intervention
KetoCal
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Protocol Description
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Outcome Measures
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Eligibility
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Known Results And Readout Context
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Patent And IP Landscape
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Contacts
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