Clinical Trial

Topical Diacerein in Psoriasis Vulgaris

Study acronym: DIA
Not Yet Recruiting Phase 4
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Summary
The goal of this clinical trial is to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of topical diacerein in adults with psoriasis vulgaris. The primary objective of the study is to compare the proportion of participants who achieve a clinically meaningful improvement in disease severity between the topical diacerein group and the placebo group. Participants will: Be assigned to receive topical diacerein 1% or placebo twice daily for a treatment period of 2 months. Attend follow-up visits at Weeks 2, 4, 6, and 8. Undergo an additional evaluation one month after treatment cessation.
Trial Details
NCT Number NCT07352306
Lead Sponsor Cairo University
Conditions Psoriasis Vulgaris
Enrollment 60 participants
Start Date 2026-02-01
Primary Completion 2027-02-01 (estimated)
Study Completion 2027-05-01 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov 2026-01-20