Metformin cream vs. standard melasma treatment in women
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This study compares a metformin cream to a standard treatment (Kligman's regimen) for reducing melasma, a common skin condition causing dark patches on the face. It aims to find which treatment is more effective for women with this condition.
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Who can take part
- You are a woman aged 35 to 55 years
- You have been diagnosed with melasma (dark patches on the face) that has lasted for at least 6 months
- Your skin type is III, IV, or V on the Fitzpatrick scale (ranges from fair to brown)
- You have not used any melasma treatment (cream or oral) in the past month
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding, and you have no allergies to the study medications or active skin conditions like acne or facial dermatitis
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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