Testing a new gel for pain relief after wisdom tooth extraction

A Phase 1 Randomized, Placebo-Controlled, Blinded Study Evaluating the Safety, Tolerability, and Pharmacokinetics of ARC-001 in Participants Undergoing Third Molar Extraction

Early Phase 1 Interventional Arcato Laboratories, Inc. · NCT06864884

This study is testing a new gel for pain relief after wisdom tooth removal to see if it works better than a placebo and how well it's absorbed in the body.

Quick facts

PhaseEarly Phase 1
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment30 (estimated)
Ages18 Years to 55 Years
SexAll
SponsorArcato Laboratories, Inc. Industry-sponsored
Locations1 site (Salt Lake City, Utah)
Trial IDNCT06864884 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This study evaluates the safety and absorption of an investigational gel, ARC-001, in patients undergoing third molar extraction. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either the gel or a placebo, allowing researchers to compare the effects on post-operative pain. The study aims to determine how much of the gel is absorbed into the bloodstream and to identify any potential side effects. This early-phase trial focuses on ensuring the product's safety in a specific surgical context.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are individuals scheduled for wisdom teeth extraction who are in generally good health.

Not a fit: Patients with serious medical conditions or significant lab abnormalities may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this gel could provide effective pain relief for patients recovering from wisdom tooth extraction.

How similar studies have performed: While this approach is novel, similar studies have explored pain management in dental procedures with varying degrees of success.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Able to provide informed consent
* In generally good health
* BMI 18 to 38kg/m²
* Scheduled to undergo wisdom teeth extraction

Exclusion Criteria:

* Serious medical condition
* Clinically significant abnormal lab values
* Blood donation in the last 60 days, or plasma donation in the last 7 days.

Where this trial is running

Salt Lake City, Utah

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions Acute Post Operative PainThird Molar Extraction Surgerywisdom teeth surgery
Last reviewed 2026-06-13 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.