Jing Si herbal tea for chronic pharyngolaryngitis
Effect of Jing Si Herbal Tea Liquid Packets on Chronic Pharyngolaryngitis: A Randomized, Double-blinded Clinical Trial
This study is testing if drinking Jing Si herbal tea can help adults with chronic throat issues feel better after a month of treatment.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 120 (estimated) |
| Ages | 20 Years to 70 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Dalin Tzu Chi General Hospital Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Chiayi City) |
| Trial ID | NCT06331351 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This clinical trial investigates the effects of Jing Si herbal tea liquid packets on adults suffering from chronic pharyngolaryngitis. A total of 120 participants aged 20 to 70 years will be randomly assigned to either the Jing Si herbal tea group or a control group, receiving their respective treatments twice daily for one month. The study employs a randomized, double-blind design, with health questionnaires and the Reflux Symptom Index (RSI) used to assess outcomes before and after the intervention. Statistical analyses, including Student's t-test and multivariate linear regression, will be conducted to evaluate the effectiveness of the herbal tea.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 20 to 70 years who are diagnosed with chronic pharyngitis.
Not a fit: Patients who are bedridden, receiving hemodialysis, or unable to understand the study details will not benefit from this trial.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this treatment could provide a natural remedy for alleviating symptoms of chronic pharyngolaryngitis.
How similar studies have performed: While there is limited data on the specific use of Jing Si herbal tea, similar herbal interventions have shown promise in treating chronic conditions, suggesting potential for success.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: 1. Adult men and women aged 20 to 70 years old. 2. Patients with chronic pharyngitis Exclusion Criteria: 1. Patients who are bedridden or unable to take care of themselves. 2. Dialysis patients. 3. Patients who cannot understand the details of this study or cannot cooperate with the examination. 4. History of alcohol or drug abuse. 5. Pregnant and lactating women
Where this trial is running
Chiayi City
- Dalin Tzu Chi Hospital, Buddhist Tzu Chi Medical Foundation — Chiayi City, Taiwan (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Juen-Haur Hwang, MD, PhD
- Email: g120796@tzuchi.com.tw
- Phone: +886-5-2648000
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.