Effects of Jing Si Herbal Tea on Quality of Life and Sleep in Dementia and Their Caregivers
Launched by NATIONAL CHENG KUNG UNIVERSITY · Dec 27, 2023
Trial Information
Current as of October 25, 2025
Not yet recruiting
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ClinConnect Summary
This clinical trial is studying the effects of Jing Si Herbal Tea on the quality of life and sleep for patients with dementia and their caregivers. Researchers want to find out if drinking this herbal tea can help improve the well-being of both the patients and those who care for them. The trial will take place over three years, starting with 100 patients in the first year to see how well they can take the tea. In the following years, they will include more participants and compare those who drink the tea with those who receive a placebo, which looks like the tea but doesn’t contain the active ingredients.
To be eligible for the trial, patients must be 50 years or older, have a diagnosis of dementia, and be able to communicate in Mandarin or Taiwanese. Caregivers must be at least 20 years old and have been providing care for someone with dementia for more than six months. Throughout the study, participants will answer questions about their quality of life and mental health at the beginning, after three months, and after six months. This trial is not yet recruiting participants, but it aims to help improve support for both patients with dementia and their caregivers.
Gender
ALL
Eligibility criteria
- For people with dementia:
- Inclusion Criteria:
- • diagnosis of dementia
- • 50 years or older
- • with sufficient cognition to complete the questionnaires
- • can communicate using Mandarin or Taiwanese
- Exclusion Criteria:
- • with renal function problems
- • not suitable for Jing Si Herbal Tea after evaluation from a psychiatrist/physician
- • with the condition of change the commencement of guardianship (or commencement of assistance)
- For caregivers:
- Inclusion Criteria:
- • caregivers of people with dementia for more than half years
- • 20 years or older
- • with sufficient cognition to complete the questionnaires
- • can communicate using Mandarin or Taiwanese
- Exclusion Criteria:
- • with renal function problems
- • not suitable for Jing Si Herbal Tea after evaluation from a psychiatrist/physician
- • with the condition of change the commencement of guardianship (or commencement of assistance)
About National Cheng Kung University
National Cheng Kung University (NCKU) is a prestigious research institution located in Tainan, Taiwan, renowned for its commitment to advancing medical science and innovation. With a strong emphasis on interdisciplinary collaboration, NCKU conducts cutting-edge clinical trials aimed at improving healthcare outcomes and addressing critical health challenges. The university leverages its extensive academic resources and state-of-the-art facilities to foster high-quality research and development, ensuring that its clinical trials adhere to rigorous ethical standards and regulatory compliance. NCKU's dedication to education, research, and community service positions it as a leading sponsor in the field of clinical research, contributing significantly to the global medical landscape.
Contacts
Jennifer Cobb
Immunology at National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
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Timeline
First submit
Trial launched
Trial updated
Estimated completion
Not reported