Active not recruitingNAINTERVENTIONAL

Tolerance, Palatability and Acceptability Evaluation of an Oral Nutrition Supplement

If you are poorly nourished or at risk of becoming so, you might be interested in a research study looking at new nutritional support drinks. This study aims to find out if these drinks (called AYMES SWIFT, AYMES SWIFT FIBRE, and AYMES SWIFT PLANT) are well-tolerated by patients, meaning they don't cause unpleasant tummy problems like sickness or diarrhoea. Researchers also want to know if people find them tasty and easy to fit into their daily routine. The information from this study will help decide if these nutritional drinks could be made available on the NHS for people to get on prescription. It's an important step in making sure patients have access to the best ways to get essential nutrients.

At a glance

Status

Active not recruiting

Phase

Sponsor

Aymes International Limited

Enrolment target

Start

01 Oct 2022

Estimated completion

01 Dec 2026

Disease Related Malnutrition

What is this study about?

This study is about new nutritional drinks called AYMES SWIFT. These drinks are specially made to help people who aren't getting enough nutrients from their regular food, often because of an illness. When someone isn't getting enough nutrients, it's called being malnourished or at risk of malnutrition.

The main goal of this research is to see how well people cope with these new drinks. This means checking if they cause any tummy upsets, or if people find them easy and pleasant to drink regularly. The study will look at different versions of the drink, including those with added fibre or plant-based ingredients.

The information gathered from this study is very important. It will help decide if these new AYMES SWIFT drinks could be offered on prescription by the NHS. This means that if they are found to be good, doctors could prescribe them to patients who need them, and they would be covered by the NHS. By taking part, you could help make a real difference to future patient care.

Key takeaways

This study evaluates new nutritional drinks for malnourished patients.
It checks how well people tolerate the drinks and if they taste nice.
Information gathered helps decide if drinks can be NHS-prescribed.
Participation involves drinking the supplements and reporting your experiences.

Who may be eligible?

To join this study, you need to be an adult (18 years or older) and either already suffering from malnutrition or at risk of it. This usually means you've been identified as needing extra nutritional support, like a drink to help you get enough food. You'd also need to be expected to drink at least one bottle of the study drink per day.

There are also some reasons why you might not be able to join. For example, if you are mainly fed through a tube directly into your stomach or veins, or if you have severe liver or kidney problems. You also wouldn't be able to participate if you have active or ongoing gut problems, or if you have trouble swallowing and a high risk of food or drink going down the 'wrong way'.

Finally, if you've recently been part of another research study, have allergies to any of the ingredients in the drinks, or if the research team feels you might struggle to follow the study's instructions, you might not be able to participate. It's always best to discuss all your health conditions with the study team.

Could this study suit you?

Answer these quick questions to see if you may be eligible. This is a guide only — the research team makes the final call.

Are you 18 years old or older?
Has your doctor said you're malnourished or at risk of it?
Do you get all your nutrition by mouth (not mainly through tubes)?
Do you not have any severe liver, kidney, or active gut problems?

Answer every question to see your result.

What does participation involve?

If you decide to take part in this study, you'll be asked to drink one or more bottles of the AYMES SWIFT nutritional supplement each day, as advised by the study team. Over a period of time, you'll need to keep a record of how much you drink and if you experience any tummy problems, like feeling sick or having diarrhoea. You'll also be asked about how you like the taste of the drinks and how easy they are to use in your daily life. There will be checks to make sure you're getting on well with the drinks and to answer any questions you might have. The total duration of your participation in the study will be explained in full by the research team.

Potential risks and benefits

Taking part in any study has potential benefits and risks. A potential benefit of this study is that you might receive nutritional support that could help improve your overall health if you are malnourished. You would also be contributing to important research that could help many other patients in the future by making new nutritional drinks available on the NHS. Possible risks include mild tummy upsets, like feeling sick or changes in your bowel habits, as your body adjusts to the drinks. The study team will monitor you closely for any unwanted effects. Remember, you can choose to leave the study at any time, for any reason, without it affecting your medical care.

Locations (1)

Some site locations are approximate. We're improving this — please verify with the trial team before travelling.

Preston Hill Surgery
Verified postcode
Harrow, United Kingdom

Common questions

What kind of drinks are these?

They are special nutritional drinks called AYMES SWIFT, designed to give you extra nutrients if you're not eating enough.

Will I have to pay for the drinks?

No, if you join the study, you will not have to pay for the study drinks.

How long will I be in the study for?

The study team will tell you the exact length of time you'll be involved when you discuss joining.

What if the drinks make me feel unwell?

You should tell the study team immediately if you feel unwell. You can stop drinking them at any time.

Why is this study important for patients?

It helps decide if these new drinks can be prescribed on the NHS, making it easier for people who need extra nutrition to get it.