Health Condition 1: K137- Other and unspecified lesions of oral mucosa Health Condition 2: K137- Other and unspecified lesions of oral mucosa Health Condition 3: R198- Other specified symptoms and signsinvolving the digestive system and abdomen Health Condition 4: K120- Recurrent oral aphthae
Conditions
Interventions
Intervention1: Potash Alum: 30 gms of pure potash alum powder will be dispensed to the patient in a container along with a small spoon of measure approximately equal to 0.5gms of alum. Patient will be
Sponsors
Dr Diksha Aggarwal
Dr Harvansh Singh Judge Institute of Dental Sciences and Hospital
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: 1. Patients with a history of RAU 2. Presence of 1-3 ulcers with duration less than or equal to 48 hours
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: 1. Pregnant or lactating females. 2. Presence of secondary ulcers (trauma, infections or systemic disorders) 3. History of taking antibiotics/corticosteroids/anticonvulsants in the preceding one week 4. Periodontal disease (Grade 3 or above as per PSR (Periodontal Screening and recording) Index)
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Compare efficacy of potash alum and sucralfate in management of recurrent aphthous ulcers with respect to effect on: Healing time Pain relief Salivary count of Prevotella sp. and E.coli Salivary markers(Nitric oxide, pH, IgA)Timepoint: Day 3 Day 7/healing of ulcer | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| 1. To monitor and record any adverse effects or patient-reported discomfort during the treatment period 2. To record any recurrence in a 30 day period Timepoint: Day 3 Day 7/healing of ulcer Day 30 | — |
Countries
India
Contacts
Public ContactDr Anubha Gulati
Dr. Harvansh Singh Judge Institute of Dental Sciences and Hospital, sector 25, Panjab University
Outcome results
None listed