Could an allergy drug shrink enlarged prostates? new study begins
NCT ID NCT06689514
First seen Jan 10, 2026 · Last updated May 18, 2026 · Updated 18 times
Summary
This early-phase study tests whether tranilast, a drug used for allergies, can safely shrink an enlarged prostate and improve urination in 30 men aged 55 to 75. The drug targets mast cells, which may drive prostate growth. Researchers will measure changes in prostate size, symptom scores, and quality of life.
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Shanghai General Hospital
RECRUITINGShanghai, Outside U.S./Canada, 200086, China
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Shanghai General Hospital
NOT_YET_RECRUITINGShanghai, 200086, China
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