Could an allergy pill protect cancer patients from nerve pain?

NCT ID NCT07109817

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether desloratadine, a common allergy medication, can prevent nerve damage caused by taxane chemotherapy in breast cancer patients. About 116 participants will receive either desloratadine or a placebo for 12 weeks while on chemotherapy. The goal is to see if the drug reduces symptoms like numbness, tingling, or pain.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

Desloratadine

What this could lead to

If it works, this could offer a simple, safe way to prevent nerve damage caused by taxane chemotherapy in breast cancer patients.

What could go wrong

This is a small Phase 2 trial, so results may not apply to everyone. The drug may not reduce nerve damage, and side effects are possible.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

breast cancer breast neoplasm peripheral nervous system disorder peripheral neuropathy chemotherapy-induced neuropathy prevention target

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

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Locations

  • Montefiore Medical Center

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    The Bronx, New York, 10467, United States

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