Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Interventional Ages 20 to 70

Jing Si herbal tea for chronic pharyngolaryngitis

Official title: Effect of Jing Si Herbal Tea Liquid Packets on Chronic Pharyngolaryngitis: A Randomized, Double-blinded Clinical Trial

Run by Dalin Tzu Chi General Hospital · NCT06331351 · Data updated 2026-11-12

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

Study typeInterventional
Ages20 Years to 70 Years
SexAll
Enrollment120 (estimated)
SponsorDalin Tzu Chi General Hospital
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Chiayi City)
StatusRecruiting
StartedFebruary 22, 2024
Main results expectedOctober 31, 2026
Study endsDecember 31, 2026
Registry record updatedFebruary 9, 2026
Trial IDNCT06331351 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates are adults aged 20 to 70 years who are diagnosed with chronic pharyngitis.

Probably not a fit

Patients who are bedridden, receiving hemodialysis, or unable to understand the study details will not benefit from this trial.

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

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.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this treatment could provide a natural remedy for alleviating symptoms of chronic pharyngolaryngitis.

How similar studies have gone: 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.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
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 it's running

  • Dalin Tzu Chi Hospital, Buddhist Tzu Chi Medical Foundation
    Chiayi City, Taiwan
    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.