Overview

Randomized Placebo-controlled Study of the Clinical Efficacy and Safety of 100% Cassia Alata Extract Against Tinea Versicolor

Status:
Not yet recruiting
Trial end date:
2024-06-30
Target enrollment:
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Summary
The goal of this clinical trial is to compare the effects of Cassia alata extract in treating tinea versicolor (ring worm skin condition) to placebo consisting of alcohol, green food colouring and glycerin in adult Jamaicans ages 18 to 89 years. The main questions the study aims to answer are:• Does the use of this extract heal the kills the ring worm fungus and clears up the rash faster compared to placebo • Does the use of this extract have significant side effects ie Is it safe compared to placebo. Participants will be asked to apply a small portion about 1 ml of the extract or placebo to the skin rash twice daily at least 8 hours and attend dermatology clinic every 4 weeks for 12 weeks.
Phase:
Phase 1
Details
Lead Sponsor:
The University of The West Indies