CompletedPhase 3ACTRN12607000099426

Programme to Improve Life and Longevity Pilot

Is a polypill tolerable and effective at improving blood pressure and cholesterol control in people at raised risk of cardiovascular disease


Sponsor

Health Research Council of New Zealand

Enrollment

400 participants

Start Date

Oct 2, 2008

Study Type

Interventional

Conditions

Summary

Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the leading cause of hospitalisation and premature death in many countries globally. One of the most hotly debated issues in clinical research is whether a “polypill” (a new combination medication containing aspirin and agents to lower blood pressure and cholesterol) can really reduce cardiovascular disease by three-quarters or more. This clinical trial will assess the safety and tolerability of a polypill, and its effects on blood pressure and cholesterol in people at increased risk of CVD.


Eligibility

Sex: Both males and femalesMin Age: 18 Yearss

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

The PILL Pilot trial tests whether a combination pill containing low-dose aspirin, a blood pressure medicine, a diuretic, and a cholesterol-lowering statin can reduce cardiovascular risk in adults. It is for people aged 18 or older with at least a 7.5% five-year cardiovascular risk who are not already required to take or avoid any of these medications.

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Interventions

Polypill - one tablet once a day for 12 weeks. Polypill contains aspirin 75mg, simvastatin 20mg, lisinopril 10mg and hydrochlorothiazide 12.5mg.

Polypill - one tablet once a day for 12 weeks. Polypill contains aspirin 75mg, simvastatin 20mg, lisinopril 10mg and hydrochlorothiazide 12.5mg.


Locations(6)

New Zealand

India

Brazil

United Kingdom

United States of America

Netherlands

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