Herbal ointment shows promise for eczema relief
NCT ID NCT07653386
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This completed trial tested a herbal ointment made from Syzygium formosum leaves in 90 people with mild to moderate atopic dermatitis (eczema). The ointment was compared to standard moisturizers to see if it was safe and effective. The study measured skin severity, water loss, and symptoms like itch and sleep loss.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- herbal ointment containing Syzygium formosum leaf extract
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could point toward a natural alternative to standard moisturizers for managing mild to moderate atopic dermatitis.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, completed trial with no phase designation, so results may not be conclusive. The herbal ointment may not be more effective than standard moisturizers.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.
Contacts and locations
Locations
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Vinmec - VinUni Institute of Immunology, VinUniversity
Hanoi, Vietnam
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