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Photodynamic Therapy for Acne
Study Summary
This trial tests whether a light-based therapy is effective and safe for treating moderate to severe acne.
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Study Objectives
Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.Trial Design
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- I haven't had facial treatments like peels or been in strong sunlight for 4 weeks.You have had a bad reaction to ALA, porphyrins, or other ingredients in the study medication BF-200 ALA.There is a concern that you may be using drugs or alcohol excessively.I cannot avoid the sun for 2 days after my PDT treatment.You have artificial pigmentation or any other abnormality that could affect how well the treatment works on your skin.I am in good health or have stable health conditions.I have sunburn or skin issues near the treatment area.I agree to shave my beard or facial hair for the study.I have not had a fever or infection in the last week.I have four or more bumps from acne on my face.I have a skin condition like eczema, psoriasis, or a type of skin cancer.I have used skin medication before screening.I am willing and able to give my consent and sign the HIPAA form.I am willing to stop using facial treatments except for medical cleansers 14 days before the study starts, and stop all cleansers 1 week before.I will take a medication that reacts to light before my next light therapy session.I have more than 20 red and 20 non-red acne spots on my face.I haven't used any steroid creams in the week before my PDT appointment.You have had an allergic reaction to soy or peanuts in the past.I am 16 years old or older.I am not pregnant and will use effective birth control during the study.I have not used certain medications recently.If I am under 18, my parent or guardian will be with me to sign the consent.I have moderate to severe facial acne.I am willing to follow the study's requirements, including up to 3 treatments within 8-10 weeks.
- Group 1: 3h incubation BF-200 ALA
- Group 2: 3h incubation vehicle
- Group 3: 1h incubation vehicle
- Group 4: 1h incubation BF-200 ALA
- Screening: It may take up to 3 Weeks to process to see if you qualify in this trial.
- Treatment: The duration you will receive the treatment varies.
- Follow Ups: You may be asked to continue sharing information regarding the trial for 6 Months after you stop receiving the treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there still an opportunity for participants to join this research endeavor?
"Affirmative. Clinicaltrials.gov records confirm that this medical investigation, initially posted on December 10th 2021, is actively recruiting participants. Approximately 126 people are required to take part in the study across 7 distinct sites."
What objectives is this clinical experiment attempting to accomplish?
"This clinical trial will be evaluated for a period of 8 weeks after the last PDT, with the primary objective being an absolute change in inflammatory lesions from baseline. Secondary objectives include changes to both inflammatory and non-inflammatory lesions from baseline (for subjects who receive 2 or 3 PDTs), patient satisfaction regarding esthetic outcomes, and changes in inflammatory/non-inflammatory lesions from baseline (for those receiving two PSTDs)."
What maladies is 3h Incubation Photodynamic therapy (PDT) (ALA-PDT, Ameluz®-PDT) typically prescribed for?
"3h Incubation Photodynamic therapy (PDT) also known as ALA-PDT, Ameluz®-PDT is a viable treatment for scalp structure carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma."
What results have been yielded by prior experiments utilizing 3h Incubation Photodynamic therapy (PDT) such as ALA-PDT and Ameluz®-PDT?
"In 2013, Tel Aviv Sourasky Medical Centre began the first clinical trial of 3h Incubation Photodynamic therapy (PDT) (ALA-PDT, Ameluz®-PDT). Since then, 52 studies have been completed and 18 are still ongoing. Notably, a substantial number of these trials take place in San Diego."
What potential perils are associated with the utilization of 3h Incubation Photodynamic therapy (PDT) (ALA-PDT, Ameluz®-PDT)?
"Our Power team has assigned a 2 to 3h Incubation Photodynamic therapy (PDT) (ALA-PDT, Ameluz®-PDT) due to the safety data which is available from Phase 2 trials yet efficacy remains untested."
What upper limit of participants has been established for this investigation?
"This trial necessitates the recruitment of 126 eligible participants, with two specific sites - Cosmetic Laser Dermatology in California and First OC Dermatology in New york."
How many trial locations are currently offering this research project?
"Currently, this medical trial is being conducted across 7 sites. San Diego, Fountain Valley and Rochester are included amongst the locations offering it; 4 additional sites exist to minimize travel discomfort for enrollees."
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