Allergy pill may shield breast cancer patients from chemo nerve pain

NCT ID NCT07109817

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 07, 2026 · Updated 26 times

Summary

This study tests whether desloratadine, a common allergy medicine, can prevent or reduce nerve damage (peripheral neuropathy) caused by taxane chemotherapy in breast cancer patients. About 116 people will receive either desloratadine or a placebo during their 12-week chemo course. Researchers will track nerve symptoms and quality of life to see if the drug helps.

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  • Montefiore Medical Center

    The Bronx, New York, 10467, United States

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