Amitriptyline to reduce skin injury inflammation
Treatments studied
Part of Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This study tests whether a common antidepressant called amitriptyline, taken by mouth, can reduce harmful particles released after a small controlled burn injury to your skin. Researchers hope this might help prevent excessive scarring and aid healing.
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Who can take part
- Age 18–60 and in good overall health
- Not pregnant or nursing
- No heart rhythm problems or serious medical conditions
- Not taking prescription medications that could interact with amitriptyline
- No history of abnormal scarring (like keloids) or slow wound healing
- Able to avoid certain over-the-counter drugs and supplements for 2 weeks before and during the study
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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