Mouthwash may fight Chemo's bitter side effect

NCT ID NCT07573787

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This pilot study tested a mouthwash made with homoeriodictyol sodium to reduce bitter taste caused by chemotherapy in women with gynecologic cancers. The study aimed to see if the mouthwash could improve taste and food intake. Only 15 participants were enrolled, and the trial was terminated early.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

homoeriodictyol sodium mouthwash

What this could lead to

If it works, this mouthwash could help reduce the bitter taste that many women experience during chemotherapy, making it easier to eat and maintain weight.

What could go wrong

This is a very small pilot study with only 15 participants and was terminated early. The results may not be reliable or apply to a larger population.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

female reproductive organ cancer

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Medical University of Vienna

    Vienna, Austria