Acute Pancreatitis: Omega-3 Fatty Acid Infusion

We are studying whether early intravenous omega-3 fatty acids can help reduce organ failure and mortality in patients with acute pancreatitis. This trial compares the effects of omega-3s to standard medical care.

6-12 months Confirmation phase (III)No Placebo Investigational Medicines InjectionGastroenterologyInternal Medicine

What diseases are being studied?

Health conditions and diseases that the clinical trial is designed to study and treat.

Who can participate in the clinical trial?

These questions help us understand your situation so we can let the trial team know whether you might be a potential match. This is not a medical evaluation and is not part of the official screening, the study doctor will make the final decision..

What medicines are being studied?

Medicines that are officially approved for use in the European Union and considered safe by EMA. These medicines are already on the market and may be tested for new conditions or populations.

Omegaven

Omegaven is an IV fish-oil fat emulsion that provides nutrition to people who cannot eat and helps prevent liver problems from prolonged IV feeding.

What active substances are being studied?

Active substances that are officially approved for use in the European Union and considered safe by EMA. These substances are already on the market and may be tested for new conditions or populations.

Dl-Alpha-Tocopherol

Dl-Alpha-Tocopherol is a synthetic form of vitamin E used to prevent or treat vitamin E deficiency and protect cells from oxidative damage.

Doconexent

Glycerol

Glycerol is a substance used to relieve constipation by drawing water into the bowel and softening stools.

What experimental substances are being tested?

Experimental substances that are being investigated in this clinical trial. These are not yet approved for general use.

Highly Refined Fish Oil

What similar medicines might you know?

Don't worry if you don't know the medicines tested in the trial. There is a chance you have heard about the similar medicines. Check the list below to see if you are familiar with any of them.

Adulax

Aloplastine

Audax

Where is the clinical trial being conducted?

Locations and medical facilities where this clinical trial is currently recruiting or conducting research. Select the locations where you would like to participate.

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Hvidovre Hospital

Gastroenterology

Hvidovre, Denmark

Jeroen Bosch Ziekenhuis

gastroenterology

's-Hertogenbosch, Netherlands

Amsterdam UMC

gastroenterology

Amstelveen, Netherlands

Sponsor: Stichting Radboud University Medical Center

Last updated: Nov 27, 2025

Disclaimer: Parts of this content have been automatically extracted from the EU Clinical Trials registry. While we strive for accuracy, please always contact the trial site or sponsor directly for correct and official information before making any decisions about participation. View on EU Clinical Trials.