Tranexamic acid may stop dark spots before they start

NCT ID NCT05311033

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Summary

This study tests whether tranexamic acid, a drug used to control bleeding, can prevent dark spots that often appear after skin inflammation. Ten healthy men at risk for hyperpigmentation will take the drug and have small blisters created on their skin to trigger the spots. Researchers will check if the drug reduces pigmentation and monitor for side effects over five weeks.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

tranexamic acid

What this could lead to

If it works, this could point toward a way to prevent dark spots after skin inflammation.

What could go wrong

This is a very small, early study with only 10 healthy men, so results may not apply to everyone. The treatment is tested on artificial blisters, not real-world skin conditions.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

skin pigmentation disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • CHU de Nice - Hôpital de l'Archet

    Nice, Alpes-maritimes, 06200, France