Safety and Efficacy of Eczero® (Ochrocarpus longifolius) Cream in the Treatment of Mild to Moderate Eczema - An Open Label, Phase II, NonComparative Study
Journal Title: Journal of Clinical and Investigative Dermatology - Year 2018, Vol 6, Issue 2
Abstract
Background: Eczero® cream is developed from Ochrocarpus longifolius plant extract studied for its anti-bacterial and antiinflammatory properties. Objective: To evaluate the safety and efficacy of Eczero® cream in treatment of mild to moderate eczema. Method: This was an open label, non-comparative, phase II, clinical trial conducted in 44 patients. The treatment was given for a period of 28 days. Overall eczema severity was assessed by using local SCORAD index, VAS score for itching and patient and physicians global assessment of therapy. Results: Application of Eczero® cream showed significant reduction in edema, erythema, lichenification and oozing with an overall improvement in the eczema lesions. The cream was well tolerated with no serious adverse events observed. Conclusion: Eczero® cream can be considered as a possible therapeutic option for the treatment of mild to moderate Eczema in adults.
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Kavita Salkar
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