Dow University Of Health Sciences
Clinical trials sponsored by Dow University Of Health Sciences, explained in plain language.
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Could a cholesterol drug save infected baby teeth?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study compares two treatments for infected baby molars in children aged 5 to 8. One group gets a standard antibiotic paste, the other gets simvastatin (a common cholesterol drug). Both are placed inside the tooth after cleaning, and the tooth is sealed. Researchers will chec…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Dow University of Health Sciences • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Which Anti-Ulcer drug works best for h. pylori? large trial aims to find out
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests three different anti-ulcer medications (Dexlansoprazole, Lansoprazole, and Vonoprazan) combined with two antibiotics (Levofloxacin and Amoxicillin) to see which works best for eradicating H. pylori infection. About 942 adults in Pakistan with H. pylori will take …
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Dow University of Health Sciences • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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Deep dental cleaning may protect kidneys in diabetics, new study suggests
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether deep cleaning for gum disease can improve kidney health in people with uncontrolled type 2 diabetes. 46 adults with both conditions will either get gum treatment right away or after a delay. Researchers will measure kidney markers like creatinine and u…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Dow University of Health Sciences • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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Can short bursts of intense exercise beat moderate walking for back pain?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study compares high-intensity interval training (HIIT) with moderate-intensity continuous training (MICT) in 80 adults aged 20-48 who have had non-specific low back pain for over 12 weeks. Participants will be assigned to either brisk walking/jogging intervals or steady norm…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Dow University of Health Sciences • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Denture texture trial aims to boost comfort for toothless adults
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding texture (like bumps) to the roof of dentures helps people who have no teeth feel more comfortable and eat better. 90 adults aged 40-80 will get one of three denture designs: smooth, roughened, or a special plastic sheet. They will rate their satisf…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Dow University of Health Sciences • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Dentists test two materials to save painful teeth without root canals
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests two materials, MTA and Biodentine, for treating a painful tooth condition called irreversible pulpitis. 60 adults with severe tooth pain will get a pulpotomy (removing infected pulp) and one of the materials. They will be followed for 3 months to see which materi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Dow University of Health Sciences • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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Gum showdown: cord vs. gel for better dental crowns
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests two ways to temporarily move the gums so dentists can make better-fitting crowns or bridges. It compares a traditional retraction cord with an aluminum chloride gel in 66 adults aged 18-50. The goal is to see which method works faster, causes less bleeding, and g…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Dow University of Health Sciences • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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Cupping or massage? new study tests which eases restless legs and knee pain
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study compares myofascial release (a type of massage) and cupping therapy to see which better improves quality of life in people with restless leg syndrome and knee osteoarthritis. 54 adults aged 40-70 with moderate to severe knee arthritis will receive 12 sessions over 4 we…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Dow University of Health Sciences • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:53 UTC