Fungal ear infection treatment: plum extract vs clotrimazole
Treatments studied
Part of Ear, nose & throat, Infections clinical trials.
This study tests whether a new ear drop made from plum extract is as good as the standard antifungal treatment for fungal ear infections. You would use the drops for a certain time to see if the infection clears up.
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Who can take part
- You are between 16 and 80 years old.
- You have a confirmed fungal ear infection (otomycosis) seen by a doctor.
- You are willing to provide informed consent.
- You do NOT have other ear conditions like otitis media or chronic ear discharge.
- You have not had ear surgery before.
- You have not used antifungal or corticosteroid medicines in the last two weeks.
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding.
- You do not have diabetes or a bacterial ear infection.
Quick eligibility check
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