Can a common antidepressant calm burn damage? early study investigates
NCT ID NCT07640061
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jul 17, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This pilot study tests whether a single 75mg dose of amitriptyline can reduce the release of microvesicle particles (tiny substances) from skin after a very small, controlled burn. Twenty healthy adults will receive either amitriptyline or a placebo, then a small heated rod creates a minor burn on their forearm. Skin samples will be taken to measure particle release. The study aims to understand the body's response to injury, not to treat burns directly.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only, not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- amitriptyline
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could point toward a way to reduce harmful particles released after burns, potentially improving healing.
- What could go wrong
- This is a very early, small pilot study with only 20 people. It tests a tiny controlled burn, not real-world injuries, and may not translate to actual burn care.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Phase 1
The first testing in people. Mainly checks safety and dose, usually in a small group.
- Participants
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About 20 people
The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.
- Expected to start
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Jun 2027
An estimate. Start dates often move.
- Expected to finish
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Jun 2033
An estimate. End dates often move.
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
The registry's catch-all category, for sponsors it does not file as a company, a government agency, or a research network.
Who can take part
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18 to 60 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Accepted
You do not need to have the condition being studied to take part.
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Inclusion Criteria: * Adult Males and Females age 18 - 60 * All skin types on Fitzpatrick Scale (Type I-VI) * Able to comprehend procedures and risks * Willing to participate and understand the informed consent document * Have reliable transportation Exclusion Criteria: * Subjects should be otherwise healthy and not have any significant medical issues that could interfere with the study, in particular any heart arrythmias and not be on any prescription medications that could react with amitriptyline. * History of abnormal scarring (i.e., keloids) or poor wound healing. * No over the counter non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agents (aspirin, acetaminophen) or antioxidant vitamins (vitamin C) in past 14 days. * Currently taking known photosensitizers, anti-inflammatories, other tricyclic antidepressants, or systemic agents known to be aSMase inhibitors * Large tattoos in designated testing areas * Tanning bed use within last 3 months * UVB treatments in past 3 months * Medical history of abnormal scarring or diseases that could affect wound healing * Medical history of hypertension/hypotension or heart problems * Pregnant or nursing * History of sores in nares or easy bleeding from nares or other bleeding disorders. * Nasal piercings * Known allergies to lidocaine or amitriptyline
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Study contacts
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Contact
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Locations
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Wright State University - Pharmacology Translational Unit
Fairborn, Ohio, 45324, United States
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