New gel combo for aching muscles: does it beat standard pain relievers?
NCT ID NCT07475663
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested whether a gel containing piroxicam plus warming and cooling ingredients (methyl salicylate, menthol, eugenol) works as well as standard piroxicam-only or diclofenac gels for muscle and joint pain. 180 adults with conditions like ankle sprain, back pain, or knee osteoarthritis used one of the three gels for about 6 days. Researchers measured pain reduction using a standard pain questionnaire.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
Piroxicam plus counterirritant gel (Methyl Salicylate, Menthol, Eugenol)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a similar pain relief option with added cooling and warming sensations for muscle and joint pain.
What could go wrong
This is a completed Phase 3 trial, but results may not apply to all types of pain or long-term use. The study is relatively small (180 people) and short (6 days).
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Conditions
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Locations
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St. Carolus Sports Clinic & Klinik Utama Eminence
Jakarta, DKI Jakarta, 10440, Indonesia