Vitiligo study: A new effervescent mixture vs 5-Fluorouracil plain powder
Official title Topical 5-Fluorouracil Effervescent Powder in the Treatment of Vitiligo
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05536856
What this study is testing
What is effervescent 5-fluorouracil mixture?
an investigational topical effervescent formulation being studied as a potential treatment for vitiligo is designed to inhibit DNA synthesis in rapidly dividing skin cells
Also referred to as 5-Fluorouracil.
Plain-language explanation of the investigational treatment. It is being studied and is not an approved or proven therapy. The study team can confirm the details.
- What it's testing
- The study will see if the powder is safe and works to improve vitiligo patches.
- Who it's for
- Adults who have vitiligo and are willing to use a topical treatment.
- What's involved
- Participants will apply the 5‑fluorouracil effervescent powder to affected skin and attend study visits for check‑ups and tests.
- Phase 4: studies an already-approved treatment
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 10 to 70
You may be able to join if
- Patients who will be diagnosed as localized stable vitiligo.
- Age older than 10 years
- Stability of lesions for a duration of at least 1 year.
- Patients who didn't receive treatment for vitiligo in the previous 6 weeks before starting the study.
- Patients who agreed to join the study and signed written consent and continued till the end of the follow up period
You likely can't join if
- Patients with vitiligo patches on mucous membrane,
- Patients with Koebner phenomenon,
- Other uncontrolled systemic illnesses
- Patients receiving any systemic or topical treatment for vitiligo
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Cairo, Egypt
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part, but confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 10 years to 70 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Cairo, Egypt. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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