Zinc spray may stop painful mouth sores in cancer radiation

NCT ID NCT05853692

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

Summary

This study tests whether a zinc-based spray (Gel X) can prevent painful mouth sores caused by radiation therapy for head and neck cancer. About 130 adults receiving radiation will use either the zinc spray or a sodium bicarbonate rinse. The goal is to see if the spray reduces how many people get mouth sores and helps them heal faster.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

head and neck cancer stomatitis prevention target

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • Catholic University of the Sacred Hearth

    RECRUITING

    Roma, Italy, 00168, Italy

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