Can N-acetylcysteine prevent mouth sores during radiation?
Part of Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This study tests whether a medicine called N-acetylcysteine (NAC) can prevent mouth sores caused by radiation therapy for head and neck cancer. If you are starting radiation, this trial may help protect your mouth from painful side effects.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older and have squamous cell carcinoma of the head or neck.
- You are scheduled to receive radiation therapy (at least 50 Gy) with or without chemotherapy.
- Your mouth is currently healthy (no sores, ulcers, or infections).
- Your blood counts are in a good range (hemoglobin, platelets, and white blood cells).
- You are able to follow instructions and fill out questionnaires.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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