Herbal drops for sudden sore throat
Part of Ear, nose & throat, Infections, Lungs & breathing, Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This trial tests a Chinese herbal medicine (Yanlishuang) given as drops placed under the tongue, to see if it helps relieve pain and swelling from a sudden sore throat (acute pharyngitis). If you have a recent, moderately painful sore throat, this treatment might help you feel better faster.
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Who can take part
- You must be between 18 and 65 years old.
- Your sore throat must be at least moderately painful (a score of 4 or higher on a 0–10 pain scale).
- Your symptoms must have started within the last 48 hours.
- You cannot have taken other medications for this sore throat before joining.
- You cannot have certain other infections or serious health conditions.
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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