New acne gel studied for younger kids: could it clear up moderate to severe breakouts?

NCT ID NCT07524946

First seen Apr 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 20, 2026 · Updated 10 times

Summary

This study is testing a gel called CABTREO, which combines three acne-fighting ingredients (clindamycin, adapalene, and benzoyl peroxide), in children aged 9 to 11 with moderate to severe acne. The goal is to see if it is safe and works well over 12 weeks. About 100 kids will apply the gel once daily at home. Researchers will track side effects and changes in acne lesions.

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What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

CABTREO (clindamycin, adapalene, and benzoyl peroxide) topical gel

What this could lead to

If successful, this could provide a safe and effective treatment option for moderate to severe acne in younger children.

What could go wrong

This is a small, open-label study with no placebo group, so results may not be definitive. Side effects like skin irritation are possible.

Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

acne Acne Vulgaris

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.