Fizzing powder may restore skin color in vitiligo
NCT ID NCT05536856
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests a new effervescent (fizzing) powder containing 5-fluorouracil to treat vitiligo, a condition that causes white patches on the skin. Sixty people with stable vitiligo will apply either the new fizzing powder or plain 5-fluorouracil powder to their patches. The goal is to see if the fizzing version helps restore skin color better.
What this could mean
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Active substance
5-fluorouracil effervescent powder
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a more effective topical treatment for vitiligo repigmentation.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 60 people. The improvement may be modest or not last, and 5-fluorouracil can cause skin irritation.
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Facualty of Pharmacy, Al Azhar University
RECRUITINGCairo, 11765, Egypt
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