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Ear infection showdown: boric acid vs. povidone iodine

NCT ID NCT07295210

Disease control Sponsor: Mansoura University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested two common treatments for fungal ear infections: boric acid and povidone iodine. Sixty patients were treated with one of the two solutions applied directly to the ear canal. The goal was to see which one clears the infection better and reduces symptoms like pain and itching.

What this could mean

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Active substance
boric acid and povidone iodine
What this could lead to
If one treatment works better, it could become a standard, affordable option for fungal ear infections.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed trial with only 60 people. Results may not apply to everyone, and both treatments can cause irritation.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

60 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Dec 2024

Finished

Dec 2025

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

Children (under 18), adults (18 to 64) and older adults (65 and over)

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * all consecutive patients with otomycosis, recruited from the outpatient clinic during the study duration Exclusion Criteria: * tympanic membrane perforation * previous ear surgery * significant medical co-morbidities such as poorly controlled diabetes or immunocompromised patients * patient refusal to participate in the study

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

otomycosis

As listed by the trial registrant

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Otomycosis

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Faculty of Medicine, Mansoura University

    Al Mansurah, Dakahlia Governorate, 35511, Egypt

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