Gum disease showdown: which antibiotic gel works best for diabetics?

NCT ID NCT06027151

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

Summary

This study tested two antibiotic gels (metronidazole and minocycline) in 380 adults with both diabetes and gum disease. Participants received deep cleaning alone or with one or both gels. Researchers checked gum pocket depth and gum color/texture at 7 and 15 days to see which treatment improved gum health most.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

chronic periodontitis diabetes mellitus periodontitis

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Islamic International Medical Collège, IIMC

    Rawalpindi, Punjab Province, 44000, Pakistan