Clinical Trial

Topical Metformin Versus Topical Ketotifen in Melasma Treatment

Not Yet Recruiting Phase 2
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Record status
This record was last updated April 24, 2025 (before its estimated June 30, 2026 completion). Its status may not reflect the trial's current state.
Summary
The study aims to evaluate and compare the efficacy and safety of a new formulation of topical metformin (nanoparticles) versus topical ketotifen (nanoparticles), both alone and combined with micro-needling, for the treatment of melasma. It is a double-blinded, randomized, split-face controlled clinical study involving 102 female patients diagnosed with bilateral melasma.
Trial Details
NCT Number NCT06942390
Lead Sponsor Assiut University
Conditions Melasma
Enrollment 60 participants
Start Date 2025-06-01
Primary Completion 2026-06-30 (estimated)
Study Completion 2026-10-30 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov 2025-04-24