Could a parasite drug beat warts? new trial tests ivermectin

NCT ID NCT07396714

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

Summary

This early-stage trial will test whether a cream containing ivermectin (a drug used for parasites) can treat common skin warts. It will compare ivermectin alone, ivermectin combined with microneedling (tiny needles to help the cream absorb), and a standard salicylic acid treatment. The study plans to enroll 88 people aged 11 to 80 with non-genital warts and will check results every two weeks for up to 12 weeks.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

topical ivermectin 1%

What this could lead to

If it works, this could offer a new topical treatment option for common skin warts.

What could go wrong

This is a very early, small trial (88 people) with no results yet. The treatment may not work better than existing options, and side effects are unknown.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

common wart

As listed by the trial registrant

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

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