Several clinical trials evaluate gallic acid or related dietary polyphenolic compounds across conditions including metabolic endotoxemia and inflammation in obesity, anti-doping steroid profile monitoring, and multiple system atrophy. Spanning Phase 1, Phase 3, and non-applicable phase classifications, these studies are sponsored by academic institutions, anti-doping authorities, and specialized research centers. Recruitment statuses among these trials range from completed to unknown.
| NCT Number | Recruitment | Conditions | Sponsor/Collaborators | Start Date | Phases |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NCT03413735 | Unknown status | Obesity|Endotoxemia|Inflammation |
Ohio State University |
2018-08-29 | Not Applicable |
| NCT02779361 | Completed | Healthy Volunteers|Doping in Sports |
Parc de Salut Mar|World Anti-Doping Agency |
2016-01 | Phase 1 |
| NCT02008721 | Completed | Multiple System Atrophy |
Dr. Johannes Levin|German Center for Neurodegenerative Diseases (DZNE)|Deutsche Parkinson Vereinigung|German Foundation for Neurology|ParkinsonFonds Deutschland gGmbH|Ludwig-Maximilians - University of Munich |
2014-01 | Phase 3 |
(data from https://clinicaltrials.gov, updated on 2024-05-22)
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Mechanism and Biochemical Profile
Appendix RUO and cGMP Quality Standards
| Quality Dimension | RUO (Research Use Only) | cGMP (Current Good Manufacturing Practice) |
|---|---|---|
| Clinical Applicability | Prohibited in human clinical trials or medical diagnostics. | Mandatory for human clinical trials (Phase I–III) and therapies. |
| Regulatory Status | Non-regulated grade; exempt from drug manufacturing laws. | Legally enforced by health authorities (e.g., FDA, EMA, NMPA). |
| Facility Environment | Unclassified analytical or research laboratories. | Validated Cleanrooms (ISO Class 5–8) with continuous monitoring. |
| Quality Control | Basic purity and activity testing. | Rigorous safety release testing (Sterility, Endotoxin, Mycoplasma). |
| Process Validation | Basic equipment calibration; no process validation required. | Full qualification (IQ/OQ/PQ) and complete batch records. |
| Quality Assurance | Vendor self-declared without required formal QMS. | Mandatory QA/QC unit, Change Control, CAPA, and vendor audits. |
| Regulatory Impact | High risk of IND rejection if used as a critical raw material. | Required for IND/NDA filings, supported by Drug Master Files (DMF). |
Footnotes
Regulatory Note: Governed by FDA (21 CFR Parts 210/211/312), EMA (EudraLex Vol 4), ICH Guidelines (E6/Q7/Q9/Q10), and compendial standards (USP <71>/<85>/<1043>).
Note: Technical data last updated: Sep 1, 2026.