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Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)MIALA-PCOSNCT07629895

Myo-Inositol Alone Versus Myo-Inositol Plus Alpha-Lactalbumin in Women With Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

A study testing Myo-inositol and Alpha-Lactalbumin in people with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), run by Quaid-e-Azam Medical College at 1 site in Pakistan.

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Opening soon. The study is approved but enrolment has not started yet. Sites may already take enquiries.

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Trial summary

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common endocrine disorder affecting reproductive-aged women and is associated with menstrual irregularities, infertility, hyperandrogenism, obesity, and insulin resistance. Read more about this study

Who is it for?
Ages 18 to 35 years, women only
Conditions the study is for
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
What is being tested?
Myo-inositol and Alpha-Lactalbumin
Type of treatment
Pill or oral medicine
Could I receive a placebo?
No, everyone receives an active treatment
How many people
82 participants
Where
1 sitePakistan
Study dates
Sep 2026to Jun 2027
Phase
Interventional
Are there results?
Not yet: the study is under way

Key requirements

Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.

  • Ages 18 to 35 years
  • Women only
  • No healthy volunteers
  • Adult

Who may be able to join

  • Female participants aged 18 to 35 years.
  • Diagnosed with polycystic ovary syndrome according to Rotterdam criteria.
  • Diagnosis of PCOS for at least 6 months before enrollment.
  • Willing to conceive.
  • Normal husband semen analysis.

Who cannot join

  • Pre-existing diabetes mellitus.
  • Thyroid dysfunction.
  • Hyperprolactinemia.
  • Cushing syndrome.
  • Congenital adrenal hyperplasia.
  • Androgen-secreting adrenal or ovarian tumors.
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  • Conditions causing ovulatory dysfunction and/or hyperandrogenism other than PCOS.
  • Use of ovulation-induction agents, hormonal therapy, insulin sensitizers, or anti-androgens within the previous 12 weeks.
  • Morbid obesity (BMI ≥40 kg/m²).
  • Known cow milk protein allergy, hypersensitivity to study medications, or severe gastrointestinal malabsorption.
  • Hepatic, renal, or cardiovascular impairment.
  • Tubal factor infertility.
  • Endometriosis.
  • Structural uterine abnormality.
  • Male factor infertility.

Trial locations and contacts

1 site in 1 country. Contact the study team or a site near you to ask about taking part.

Kaleem A Dr, FCPS contact

+92-302-4750515

sara.qmc@qamc.edu.pk

Pakistan1 site
  • Sadiq Abbasi Hospital/ Quaid-e-Azam Medical College

    Chak Eighty-seven -Twelve Left, Punjab Province, 63100

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About this study

Official title: Comparison of Efficacy of Myo-Inositol Alone With Myo-Inositol Plus Alpha-Lactalbumin on Reproductive and Metabolic Parameters in Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common endocrine disorder affecting reproductive-aged women and is associated with menstrual irregularities, infertility, hyperandrogenism, obesity, and insulin resistance. Myo-inositol is commonly used as an insulin-sensitizing agent to improve reproductive and metabolic outcomes in women with PCOS. Alpha-lactalbumin may enhance the intestinal absorption and bioavailability of myo-inositol and potentially improve treatment response.

This randomized controlled trial aims to compare the efficacy of myo-inositol alone versus myo-inositol plus alpha-lactalbumin in women with PCOS. Eighty-two eligible women will be randomized to receive either myo-inositol alone or myo-inositol combined with alpha-lactalbumin for 12 weeks. The study will evaluate reproductive outcomes including spontaneous conception, menstrual regularity, hirsutism, and hormonal parameters, as well as metabolic outcomes including body mass index and insulin resistance.

Read the detailed description

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is one of the most common endocrine disorders among women of reproductive age and is characterized by ovulatory dysfunction, hyperandrogenism, and polycystic ovarian morphology. Insulin resistance plays a central role in the pathophysiology of PCOS and contributes to reproductive and metabolic abnormalities. Consequently, insulin-sensitizing therapies are increasingly used to improve clinical outcomes.

Myo-inositol is an insulin-sensitizing agent that has demonstrated beneficial effects on ovulation, menstrual regularity, endocrine function, and metabolic parameters in women with PCOS. However, some patients demonstrate a suboptimal response to myo-inositol alone. Alpha-lactalbumin, a whey protein fraction, has been reported to enhance intestinal absorption and bioavailability of myo-inositol, potentially leading to improved therapeutic outcomes.

This study is a prospective randomized controlled trial conducted at the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Sadiq Abbasi Hospital, Quaid-e-Azam Medical College, Bahawalpur, Pakistan. A total of 82 women aged 18 to 35 years diagnosed with PCOS according to the Rotterdam criteria will be enrolled and randomized in a 1:1 ratio into two treatment groups.

Participants in Group A will receive myo-inositol 2 g orally twice daily with folic acid supplementation. Participants in Group B will receive myo-inositol 2 g plus alpha-lactalbumin 50 mg orally twice daily with folic acid supplementation. Both groups will receive standardized lifestyle and dietary counseling. The treatment duration will be 12 weeks.

The primary outcomes will be spontaneous conception and achievement of menstrual regularity at 12 weeks. Secondary outcomes will include changes in modified Ferriman-Gallwey score, serum luteinizing hormone levels, LH/FSH ratio, body mass index, fasting glucose, fasting insulin, and homeostatic model assessment of insulin resistance (HOMA-IR). Treatment adherence and adverse events will also be assessed.

The study aims to generate local evidence regarding the comparative effectiveness of myo-inositol alone versus myo-inositol combined with alpha-lactalbumin in improving reproductive and metabolic outcomes among women with PCOS.

Being tested
Myo-inositol, Alpha-Lactalbumin
Keywords
PCOS, Myo-Inositol, Alpha-Lactalbumin, Infertility, HOMA-IR, Reproductive Outcomes, Metabolic Parameters
Medical subject headings
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, Infertility

What participants receive

What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.

  • Myo-inositolDrug

    Myo-inositol 2 g administered orally twice daily for 12 weeks. Participants receiving this intervention will also receive folic acid supplementation and standardized lifestyle and dietary counseling.

  • Alpha-LactalbuminDietary supplement

    Alpha-lactalbumin 50 mg administered orally twice daily in combination with myo-inositol for 12 weeks. Participants receiving this intervention will also receive folic acid supplementation and standardized lifestyle and dietary counseling.

Study groups in NCT07629895
Study groupRoleWhat they receive
Myo-Inositol AloneActive comparatorParticipants will receive myo-inositol 2 g orally twice daily plus folic acid 400 micrograms daily for 12 weeks. Standardized lifestyle and dietary counseling will be provided.
Receives: Drug: Myo-inositol
Myo-Inositol Plus Alpha-LactalbuminExperimentalParticipants will receive myo-inositol 2 g plus alpha-lactalbumin 50 mg orally twice daily and folic acid 400 micrograms daily for 12 weeks. Standardized lifestyle and dietary counseling will be provided.
Receives: Drug: Myo-inositol; Dietary Supplement: Alpha-Lactalbumin

What is being measured

The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.

  1. Spontaneous Conception Rate

    Proportion of participants achieving spontaneous conception without ovulation induction or assisted reproductive technologies, confirmed by a positive urinary pregnancy test.

    Measured: 12 weeks

  2. Achievement of Menstrual Regularity

    Proportion of participants achieving regular menstrual cycles of 21 to 35 days during the treatment period.

    Measured: 12 weeks

Secondary outcomes (9)
  1. Change in Modified Ferriman-Gallwey Score

    Change in Modified Ferriman-Gallwey (mFG) score from baseline to week 12. The Modified Ferriman-Gallwey scale measures the degree of hirsutism and ranges from 0 to 36, with higher scores indicating greater severity of hirsutism and worse clinical status.

    Measured: Baseline and 12 weeks

  2. Change in Body Mass Index

    Change in body mass index (kg/m²) from baseline to week 12.

    Measured: Baseline and 12 weeks

  3. Change in Serum Luteinizing Hormone Level

    Change in serum luteinizing hormone concentration from baseline to week 12.

    Measured: Baseline and 12 weeks

  4. Change in LH/FSH Ratio

    Change in luteinizing hormone to follicle-stimulating hormone ratio from baseline to week 12.

    Measured: Baseline and 12 weeks

  5. Change in Fasting Glucose

    Change in fasting glucose level from baseline to week 12.

    Measured: Baseline and 12 weeks

  6. Change in Fasting Insulin

    Change in fasting insulin level from baseline to week 12.

    Measured: Baseline and 12 weeks

  7. Change in HOMA-IR

    Change in insulin resistance assessed by Homeostatic Model Assessment of Insulin Resistance (HOMA-IR) from baseline to week 12.

    Measured: Baseline and 12 weeks

  8. Treatment Adherence

    Proportion of participants with good treatment adherence (≥80% of prescribed doses).

    Measured: 12 weeks

  9. Incidence of Adverse Events

    Frequency and type of treatment-related adverse events during the intervention period.

    Measured: 12 weeks

Timeline

From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.

  1. First posted5 Jun 2026
  2. Study startSep 2026 (estimated)
  3. Primary completionApr 2027 (estimated)
  4. Study completionJun 2027 (estimated)

Resources

More details

For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.

Study design
Study type
Interventional
Phase
Phase N/A
Primary purpose
Treatment
Allocation
Randomised
Intervention model
Parallel groups
Model description
Participants will be randomized in a 1:1 ratio to receive either myo-inositol alone or myo-inositol plus alpha-lactalbumin for 12 weeks. Outcomes will be compared between the two parallel treatment groups.
Masking
None (open label)
Enrolment
82 participants (estimated)
IDs, dates and publications
ClinicalTrials.gov ID
NCT07629895
Sponsor's protocol ID
OBG-2025-033-14500
Other IDs
509/DME/QAMC Bahawalpur
Acronym
MIALA-PCOS
Status last verified
Jun 2026
First submitted
1 Jun 2026
Last updated
9 Jun 2026
Results posted
No
Data monitoring committee
No
FDA-regulated drug
No
FDA-regulated device
No
Individual data sharing
No: Individual participant data will not be publicly shared because the study is an investigator-initiated academic dissertation study. Participant confidentiality and privacy will be maintained in accordance with institutional ethical requirements. Aggregate study findings may be published in scientific journals and presented at scientific meetings.

Publications

  • Fitz V, Graca S, Mahalingaiah S, Liu J, Lai L, Butt A, Armour M, Rao V, Naidoo D, Maunder A, Yang G, Vaddiparthi V, Witchel SF, Pena A, Spritzer PM, Li R, Tay C, Mousa A, Teede H, Ee C. Inositol for Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis to Inform the 2023 Update of the International Evidence-based PCOS Guidelines. J Clin Endocrinol Metab. 2024 May 17;109(6):1630-1655. doi: 10.1210/clinem/dgad762.

    PubMed 38163998
  • Teede HJ, Tay CT, Laven JJE, Dokras A, Moran LJ, Piltonen TT, Costello MF, Boivin J, Redman LM, Boyle JA, Norman RJ, Mousa A, Joham AE. Recommendations From the 2023 International Evidence-based Guideline for the Assessment and Management of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome. J Clin Endocrinol Metab. 2023 Sep 18;108(10):2447-2469. doi: 10.1210/clinem/dgad463.

    PubMed 37580314
  • Kamenov Z, Gateva A, Dinicola S, Unfer V. Comparing the Efficacy of Myo-Inositol Plus alpha-Lactalbumin vs. Myo-Inositol Alone on Reproductive and Metabolic Disturbances of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome. Metabolites. 2023 May 31;13(6):717. doi: 10.3390/metabo13060717.

    PubMed 37367875

Questions about this trial

What is this clinical trial studying?

A study testing Myo-inositol and Alpha-Lactalbumin in people with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), run by Quaid-e-Azam Medical College at 1 site in Pakistan.

The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.

Who may be eligible to take part?

The sponsor lists 5 inclusion and 15 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.

Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?

The record says: opening soon, as of the sponsor's last update on 9 Jun 2026. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.

Where is the study taking place?

The record lists 1 site in Pakistan. Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.

What are the possible benefits and risks?

They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.

Are results available for this study?

This study is still under way. Results are not available in the source record yet.

How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?

Contact Kaleem A Dr, FCPS (+92-302-4750515, sara.qmc@qamc.edu.pk), or a site near the patient. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.

What does the primary outcome measure?

Spontaneous Conception Rate (time frame: 12 weeks). The study lists 2 primary outcomes in all. It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.

Where can I read the original study information?

On the ClinicalTrials.gov record for NCT07629895, which also lists 3 linked publications.

Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?

No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.

How often is this information updated?

AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 9 Jun 2026.

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