Using Allopurinol and Trimetazidine to Prevent Kidney Injury in PCI Patients

Allopurinol and Trimetazidine as a Preventive of Contrast-associated Acute Kidney Injury in Patients Undergoing Percutaneous Coronary Intervention

Phase 4 Interventional Beni-Suef University · NCT05540184

This study tests if using allopurinol and trimetazidine can help prevent kidney damage in patients at risk while they undergo a heart procedure called PCI.

Quick facts

PhasePhase 4
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment124 (estimated)
Ages18 Years to 80 Years
SexAll
SponsorBeni-Suef University Academic / other
Locations1 site (Banī Suwayf, Beni-Suef)
Trial IDNCT05540184 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This clinical trial investigates the effectiveness of allopurinol and trimetazidine in preventing contrast-associated acute kidney injury (CA-AKI) in patients undergoing percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI). The study aims to enroll patients at varying risk levels for CA-AKI, based on the Mehran risk score, and will administer the medications alongside normal saline hydration. By monitoring serum creatinine levels, the trial seeks to determine if these interventions can reduce the incidence of CA-AKI and its associated complications. The findings could lead to improved protocols for protecting kidney function during PCI procedures.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adults aged 18 to 80 who are scheduled for PCI and assessed to be at low, moderate, or high risk for contrast-induced nephropathy.

Not a fit: Patients with existing acute kidney injury, renal insufficiency, or those with contraindications to the study medications will not benefit from this trial.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly reduce the risk of acute kidney injury in patients undergoing PCI, leading to better outcomes and lower healthcare costs.

How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have explored various interventions for preventing CA-AKI, but the specific combination of allopurinol and trimetazidine in this context is relatively novel.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* All patients willing to undergo PCI with low, moderate or high risk of CIN based on Mehran risk score (4)
* Age 18 - 80 years
* Patients with GFR \> 60 ml/min

Exclusion Criteria:

* Age \<18 or \> 80 years
* Acute kidney injury
* Renal insufficiency (eGFR \< 60 mL/min)
* Gout (serum uric \> 10 mg/dL)
* History of allopurinol intake.
* Hepatic failure.
* Pregnancy or lactation,
* History of allergy to contrast agents, allopurinol or trimetazidine
* Any nephrotoxic drug intake within 48 hrs. before the procedure
* Pulmonary edema, cardiogenic shock and mechanical ventilation.

Where this trial is running

Banī Suwayf, Beni-Suef

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions AKI - Acute Kidney InjuryTrimetazidineAllopurinolacute kidney injuryPCI
Last reviewed 2026-06-13 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.