Pepper patch takes on cancer nerve pain in new trial
NCT ID NCT04704453
First seen Apr 20, 2026 · Last updated Jun 13, 2026 · Updated 8 times
Summary
This study compared a capsaicin patch (Qutenza) to a standard nerve pain medication (amitriptyline) in 13 head and neck cancer survivors with long-term nerve pain. The goal was to see if the patch could reduce pain and improve quality of life. Participants received either the patch every 3 months or daily pills, and were followed for 9 months.
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Locations
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Hôpital Saint-Joseph
Marseille, 13285, France
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INSTITUT DE CANCEROLOGIE DE L'OUEST (ICO) Site Angers
Angers, France
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Institut Sainte-Catherine
Avignon, France
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Institut Universitaire du Cancer Toulouse - Oncopole
Toulouse, 31059, France
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