Safety and how AP-Brain affects thinking in healthy young adults with self-reported attention problems
Official title: A Randomized, Triple-blind, Placebo-controlled, Parallel, Proof-of-concept Clinical Trial to Investigate the Safety and Efficacy of AP-Brain on Cognitive Function at Varying Dosages in Healthy Younger Adults With Self-reported Attention Problems
Run by Rousselot BVBA · NCT07388576 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study tests whether AP-Brain at 1g, 3g, or 5g can improve cognitive function compared with placebo in healthy adults aged 18–39 who report attention problems.
Quick facts
| Study type | Interventional |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Years to 39 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 120 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Rousselot BVBA Industry-sponsored |
| Drugs / interventions | chemotherapy, radiation |
| Locations | 2 sites (London, Ontario and 1 other locations) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | July 22, 2026 |
| Main results expected | November 2026 |
| Study ends | November 2026 |
| Registry record updated | September 18, 2026 |
| Trial ID | NCT07388576 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Healthy men and women aged 18–39 who report attention problems, with women of child-bearing potential agreeing to effective contraception.
✕Probably not a fit
Individuals without self-reported attention problems or those not showing cognitive changes on the assessments may not experience benefit.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
This interventional study compares varying doses of AP-Brain to placebo to see if it changes cognitive function over 56 days in healthy young adults with self-reported attention issues. Participants are assigned to 1 g, 3 g, 5 g AP-Brain, or placebo and complete memory and attention assessments at baseline and Day 56. The primary outcome is change in CNS vs Neurocognitive Index score and complex attention from baseline to Day 56. The trial will monitor safety and tolerability through the study period. Enrollment is limited to adults 18–39 and requires appropriate birth-control measures for women of child-bearing potential.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, AP-Brain could offer a non-prescription option to support attention and memory in young adults who experience self-reported attention difficulties.
How similar studies have gone: Prior studies with similar cognitive supplements in healthy adults have shown mixed or modest effects; this study explores a range of doses for potential benefit.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: 1. Males and females 18-39 years of age, inclusive 2. Females not of child-bearing potential, defined as those who have undergone a sterilization procedure (e.g. hysterectomy, bilateral oophorectomy, bilateral tubal ligation, complete endometrial ablation) or have been post-menopausal for at least 1 year prior to screening Or, Individuals of child-bearing potential must have a negative baseline urine pregnancy test and agree to use a medically approved method of birth control for the duration of the study. All hormonal birth control must have been in use for a minimum of three months. Acceptable methods of birth control include: * Hormonal contraceptives including oral contraceptives, hormone birth control patch (Ortho Evra), vaginal contraceptive ring (NuvaRing), injectable contraceptives (Depo-Provera, Lunelle), or hormone implant (Norplant System) * Double-barrier method * Intrauterine devices * Non-heterosexual lifestyle or agrees to use contraception if planning on changing to heterosexual partner(s) * Vasectomy of partner at least 6 months prior to screening * Abstinence and agrees to use contraception if planning on becoming sexually active 3. Individuals with self-reported focus or attention problems, as determined by QI assessment of the Adult Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Self-Report Scale (Part A) (ASRS; version 1.1) (20) 4. Agrees to avoid high sources of caffeine (e.g., supplements, tea, coffee, energy drinks), NSAIDs, and alcohol consumption for 24 hours prior to post-screening clinic visits 5. Agrees to avoid first generation anti-allergy medication for 48 hours prior to post-screening clinic visits 6. Agrees to avoid moderate-vigorous exercise 12 hours prior to post-screening clinic visits 7. Agrees to avoid travel across two or more time zones two weeks prior to any study visit 8. Agrees to maintain current lifestyle habits (diet, physical activity, medications, supplements, and sleep) as much as possible throughout the study 9. Willing and able to complete questionnaires, records, and diaries associated with the study and to complete all clinic visits 10. Provided voluntary, written, informed consent to participate in the study 11. Healthy as determined by medical history, laboratory results, and vital signs, as assessed by the QI Exclusion Criteria: 1. Individuals who are pregnant, breast feeding, or planning to become pregnant during the study 2. Allergy, sensitivity, or intolerance to the investigational product or placebo ingredients 3. Clinical diagnosis and/or prescribed treatment for ADHD (See Section 7.3.1) 4. Self-reported confirmation of any significant neuropsychological condition and/or cognitive impairment (e.g., autism spectrum disorder, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, brain injury, neurodegenerative disease, infections, insomnia, depression, epileptic or other seizure-related disorders) that could interfere with study participation as assessed by the QI 5. Self-reported color blindness/weakness as assessed by the QI 6. Individuals who consume high caffeine daily or are addicted to caffeine at screening as assessed by the QI 7. Current employment that calls for overnight shiftwork as assessed by the QI 8. Unstable metabolic disease or chronic diseases as assessed by the QI 9. Current or history of significant diseases of the gastrointestinal tract or conditions that result in malabsorption, as assessed by the QI 10. Unstable hypertension. Treatment on a stable dose of medication for at least 3 months will be considered by the QI (See Section 7.3.1) 11. Type I diabetes 12. Type II diabetes if on insulin treatment. Type II diabetics on stable medication for at least three months and an HbA1c of \<8.0% may be included after assessment by the QI on a case-by-case basis 13. Significant cardiovascular event in the past 6 months. Participants with no significant cardiovascular event on stable medication may be included after assessment by the QI on a case-by-case basis 14. History of or current diagnosis with kidney, gallbladder (e.g., gallstones, bile duct obstruction), and/or liver diseases (e.g., reduced bile salts, SIBO) as assessed by the QI on a case-by-case basis, with the exception of history of kidney stones in participants who are symptom free for 6 months 15. Self-reported confirmation of current or pre-existing thyroid condition. Treatment on a stable dose of medication for at least 3 months will be considered by the QI 16. Major surgery in the past 3 months or individuals who have planned surgery during the course of the study. Participants with minor surgery will be considered on a case-by-case basis by the QI 17. Cancer, except skin basal cell carcinoma completely excised with no chemotherapy or radiation with a follow up that is negative. Volunteers with cancer in full remission for more than five years after diagnosis are acceptable 18. Individuals with an autoimmune disease or are immune compromised as assessed by the QI 19. Self-reported confirmation of a HIV-, Hepatitis B- and/or C-positive diagnosis as assessed by the QI 20. Self-reported confirmation of blood/bleeding disorders as assessed by QI 21. Use of medical cannabinoid products 22. Chronic use of cannabinoid products (\>2 times/week). Occasional users will be required to washout and abstain for the duration of the study period 23. Regular use of tobacco or nicotine products in the past six months, as assessed by the QI. Occasional users will be required to washout and abstain for the duration of the study period 24. Alcohol intake average of \>2 standard drinks per day as assessed by the QI 25. Alcohol or drug abuse within the last 12 months 26. Current use of prescribed and/or OTC medications, supplements, and/or consumption of food/drinks that may impact the efficacy and/or safety of the investigational product (Sections 7.3.1 and 7.3.2) 27. Current or previous use of cognitive training programs or therapies, as assessed by the QI 28. Clinically significant abnormal laboratory results at screening as assessed by the QI 29. Blood donation 30 days prior to baseline, during the study, or a planned donation within 30 days of the last study visit 30. Participation in other clinical research studies 30 days prior to baseline, as assessed by the QI 31. Individuals who are cognitively impaired and/or unable to give informed consent 32. Any other condition or lifestyle factor, that, in the opinion of the QI, may adversely affect the participant's ability to complete the study or its measures or pose significant risk to the participant
Where it's running
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KGK Science Inc.
London, Ontario, Canada Recruiting -
KGK Science Inc.
London, Ontario, Canada Not yet recruiting
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: David Crowley, MD — KGK Science Inc.
- Study coordinator: Marc Moulin, PhD
- Email: mmoulin@kgkscience.com
- Phone: 2267819094
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.