Several clinical trials evaluate the biological and physiological impacts of sucralose on enteric hyperoxaluria, inflammatory bowel disease, and maternal breastfeeding parameters. Sponsored by academic and government institutions such as NYU Langone Health, the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, Rush University Medical Center, and George Washington University, all protocols carry a phase designation of Not Applicable. Ranging in recruitment status from recruiting to active, not recruiting, these investigations examine the gut-kidney axis, intestinal barrier homeostasis, and the intergenerational transfer of low-calorie sweeteners.
| NCT Number | Recruitment | Conditions | Sponsor/Collaborators | Start Date | Phases |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NCT05124886 | Recruiting | Enteric Hyperoxaluria |
NYU Langone Health|National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) |
2022-11-10 | Not Applicable |
| NCT05579392 | Recruiting | Inflammatory Bowel Disease |
Rush University Medical Center |
2022-09-22 | Not Applicable |
| NCT05379270 | Active not recruiting | Breastfeeding |
George Washington University |
2022-02-28 | Not Applicable |
(data from https://clinicaltrials.gov, updated on 2024-05-22)
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>).