Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Interventional Ages 2 to 12

Comparing honey and alcohol for skin disinfection

Official title: A Comparative Study Between Honey and Alcohol as Topical Skin Disinfectant

Run by Ain Shams University · NCT05937412 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study tests whether honey can be a safer and effective skin disinfectant for kids aged 2 to 12 compared to regular alcohol.

Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
Ages2 Years to 12 Years
SexAll
Enrollment70 (estimated)
SponsorAin Shams University
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Cairo, Cairo Governorate)
StatusRecruiting
StartedAugust 30, 2023
Main results expectedJuly 15, 2025
Study endsAugust 28, 2025
Registry record updatedMay 7, 2025
Trial IDNCT05937412 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are children aged 2 to 12 years with healthy skin who have not used any antimicrobial agents in the week prior to the study.

Probably not a fit

Patients who are immuno-compromised or have existing skin diseases such as eczema may not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This study investigates the effectiveness and safety of honey as a topical skin antiseptic compared to traditional alcohol disinfectants. It focuses on children aged 2 to 12 years with healthy skin, who have not used antimicrobial agents recently. The research aims to address concerns about the negative impact of alcohol on skin microbiota and integrity, while exploring honey's potential therapeutic benefits. The study will involve applying both substances to assess their antiseptic properties.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide a safer and more effective alternative for skin disinfection in children.

How similar studies have gone: While the use of honey in wound care is well-documented, this specific comparative approach with alcohol is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* \- Children aged from 2 to 12 years, of both sexes, and with apparently healthy skin.
* Children, who did not receive any form of antimicrobial agent for at least one-week prior study.

Exclusion Criteria:

* \- Immuno-compromised due to diseases or drugs.
* \- Children having any skin disease as eczema or others

Where it's running

  • Ain Shams University, Cairo
    Cairo, Cairo Governorate, Egypt
    Recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.