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New treatment option for Rosacea
Official title Evaluating Use of Topical Imipramine and Amitriptyline in Reducing Ultraviolet B Light-Induced Redness in Patients With Rosacea
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06312813
What this study is testing
What is Imipramine?
Imipramine is an investigational medicine, given as a treatment applied to the skin, being studied as a potential treatment for rosacea.
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
- Rosacea is a common skin condition associated with easy blushing and red face; many patients with rosacea react to sunlight with increased redness. The purpose of this study is to determine if the use of a topical medication will help reduce sunlight induced redness and irritation in patients with rosacea.
- Phase 2: a mid-size study of how well it works
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Fitzpatrick Skin Type I - IIII
- Self-identified rosacea or no history of flushing/blushing for controls
- Able to provide medical history and list of medications -- control people will not be allowed to take medications that are known to be...
You likely can't join if
- Using imipramine, amitriptyline or any other tricyclic antidepressant (oral or topical)
- Using topical anti-inflammatory (within 1 week) or systemic agents (e.g. prednisone)
- Large tattoos in the designated testing areas
- Tanning bed use within last 3 months
- Photodynamic Therapy or UCB treatments in past 3 months
- Female people: pregnant or nursing
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Fairborn, Ohio, United States
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 - 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, 18 years and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Fairborn, Ohio, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.