Honey vs. steroids: can a sweet paste soothe chronic mouth pain?

NCT ID NCT06988527

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

Summary

This study tests a honey-based paste against a standard steroid ointment for treating painful mouth sores caused by oral lichen planus. Fifty-six adults with erosive or atrophic lichen planus will use the paste daily for four months. Researchers will track symptom improvement, pain levels, and quality of life to see if honey can be a gentler alternative.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

honey in orabase (1:1) paste

What this could lead to

If it works, this could offer a natural, low-cost alternative to steroid treatment for managing oral lichen planus symptoms.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-phase study (56 participants) comparing honey to a standard steroid. Honey may not be as effective, and results may not apply to all patients.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

atrophic lichen planus lichen planus, oral oral erosive lichen

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • Dar AlUloom University

    RECRUITING

    Riyadh, 11512, Saudi Arabia

    Contact

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