Health Condition 1: H618- Other specified disorders of external ear
Conditions
Interventions
Intervention1: Essential oil based ear drop formulation: A topical essential oil ear drop formulation containing tea tree oil lavender oil oregano oil and clove oil in a fractionated coconut oil base.
Sponsors
VIGNESHWAR M
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: 1)Age between 18 to 60 years. 2)Confirmed otomycosis diagnosis via clinical and/or mycological evidence. 3)Symptomatic presentation with at least two key otomycosis symptoms. 4)Informed consent and willingness to adhere to the study protocol.
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: 1)Known allergy to essential oils or the carrier oil 2)Tympanic membrane perforation 3)Significant inner ear disease 4)Use of other ear medications during the study 5)Any condition affecting safety or protocol compliance
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| The study expects the essential oil formulation to effectively clear fungal infections and alleviate otomycosis symptoms, matching or exceeding standard treatments. Minimal adverse reactions and improved patient quality of life are anticipated. Researchers aim to validate a safe, natural alternative, potentially reducing reliance on synthetic antifungals and preserving ear health. Timepoint: Baseline End of treatment at 1 week Follow up at 2 weeks | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| NilTimepoint: Nil | — |
Countries
India
Contacts
Public ContactDR VIGNESHWAR M
Saveetha Medical College and Hospitals
Outcome results
None listed