New treatment option for Burn Scar
Official title Novel Strategies for Reducing Burn Scar Itch
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06801626
What this study is testing
What is Famotidine and 4% topical cromolyn sodium?
Famotidine and 4% topical cromolyn sodium is an investigational medicine, given as an once-daily pill taken by mouth, being studied as a potential treatment for burn scar.
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 purpose of the study is to see whether using diphenhydramine (Benadryl), famotidine (Pepcid), and cromolyn sodium will decrease burn scar itch.
- Phase 3: a large, late-stage study
- You might receive a placebo (an inactive treatment) instead of the study drug.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 80
You may be able to join if
- Participants must meet all the in order to be eligible to participate in the study.
- Participant has provided informed consent in a manner approved by the IRB and is willing and able to comply with the trial procedures.
- Adults: ≥18 to \<80 years of age.
- Has an itchy burn scar.
You likely can't join if
- Participants meeting any of the exclusion criteria at baseline will be excluded from study participation.
- Failure to obtain consent or unable to return for follow up assessments.
- Patient is unable to follow the protocol required assessments.
- Member of a vulnerable class (e.g., prisoners, pregnant participant, etc.).
- Any medical condition that, in the opinion of the investigator or physician, would place the participant at increased risk for participation.
- Concurrent participation in another treatment clinical trial (to avoid confounding factors that may influence outcomes).
See the full eligibility criteria
- Participants must meet all the in order to be eligible to participate in the study.
- Participant has provided informed consent in a manner approved by the IRB and is willing and able to comply with the trial procedures.
- Adults: ≥18 to \<80 years of age.
- Has an itchy burn scar.
- Participants meeting any of the exclusion criteria at baseline will be excluded from study participation.
- Failure to obtain consent or unable to return for follow up assessments.
- Patient is unable to follow the protocol required assessments.
- Member of a vulnerable class (e.g., prisoners, pregnant participant, etc.).
- Any medical condition that, in the opinion of the investigator or physician, would place the participant at increased risk for participation.
- Concurrent participation in another treatment clinical trial (to avoid confounding factors that may influence outcomes).
- History of prior non-compliance or the presence or history of psychiatric condition (including drug or alcohol addiction) that would, in the opinion of the investigator, make it difficult for the participant to comply...
- Age \< 18 or ≥ 80 years.
- Taking one of the following medications: cefuroxime, dasatinib, delavirdine, neratinib, pazopanib, risedronate, or tizanidine.
- Has a pre-existing inflammatory or itchy skin disease.
- Is taking an H2 antihistamine for another indication.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Galveston, Texas, 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 to 80 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Galveston, Texas, 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.