Can a vitamin a drug or light boost nail fungus cure?
NCT ID NCT06485505
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether adding low dose isotretinoin (a vitamin A drug) or excimer light to standard itraconazole pills works better for nail fungus. 36 adults with onychomycosis will be split into three groups: itraconazole alone, itraconazole plus isotretinoin, or itraconazole plus excimer light sessions. The goal is to see which combination improves nail appearance and clears the fungus.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only, not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- isotretinoin, excimer light, itraconazole
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could point toward faster or more effective treatment for stubborn nail fungus by adding a second therapy.
- What could go wrong
- This is a very early Phase 1 trial with only 36 people, so results may not apply widely. Side effects from isotretinoin or light therapy are possible.
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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 36 people
The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.
- Started
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Jul 2024
- Expected to finish
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Dec 2026
An estimate. End dates often move.
- Lead sponsor
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A government agency
The lead sponsor is a government body.
Who can take part
This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.
- Ages
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18 to 60 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
This study is not open to healthy volunteers. The entry requirements below say who it is open to.
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Inclusion Criteria: * patients with onychomycosis Exclusion Criteria: * pregnant and lactating females patients on statin therapy or photosensitizing drugs patients with liver disease, heart disease and diabetes milletus.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Zagazig University Hospitals
RECRUITINGZagazig, Zagazig, 44519, Egypt
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