Could a simple pill cut jaundice treatment time for babies?

NCT ID NCT06517862

First seen Apr 05, 2026 · Last updated May 01, 2026 · Updated 3 times

Summary

This study tests whether giving oral zinc sulfate or ursodeoxycholic acid alongside standard light therapy can help newborns with jaundice clear bilirubin faster. About 80 full-term or near-term babies will be enrolled. The goal is to shorten phototherapy time and reduce hospital stays.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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  • Contact

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Locations

  • Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) of Ain Shams University Hospitals

    RECRUITING

    Cairo, Cairo Governorate, Egypt

    Contact Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••

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