drugset / Trial / NCT01246284
The Efficacy and Safety of Different Concentrations of Localized Injections of Steroids in the Treatment of Alopecia Areata
RandomizedSingle-groupDouble-blindTreatment
Summary
Alopecia areata (AA) is a disease characterized by areas of hair loss. Localized steroid injections is the standard treatment for limited disease. There are no existing studies that compare different concentrations of steroids in the treatment of AA. This study will compare the efficacy and safety of different concentrations of localized steroid injections in the treatment of AA. Six treatment sessions will be done over 6 to 9 months. The investigators will compare the following concentrations: 2,5mg/ml, 5mg/ml, 10mg/ml, and normal saline.
Timeline
- Start
- 2010-12
- Primary completion
- 2014-07
- Completion
- 2014-07
Drugs
| Evaluation | Drug | Modality | Dose | Route |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Comparator | Triamcinolone Acetonide | Other / unclassified | 2.5 mg/ml | Other |
| Comparator | Triamcinolone Acetonide | Other / unclassified | 5 mg/ml | Other |
| Comparator | Triamcinolone Acetonide | Other / unclassified | 10 mg/ml | Other |