Zinc Sulfate in the Treatment of Rosacea: A Randomized, Controlled Trial
Status:
Terminated
Trial end date:
2008-07-01
Target enrollment:
Participant gender:
Summary
Rosacea is a common chronic dermatological condition, characterized by recurrent or
persistent redness, permanent dilation of small blood vessel causing small red lesions, and
papules/pustules. The signs of rosacea are usually confined to the face, but may appear on
the neck, scalp or trunk. Opthalmologic findings are also common. Rosacea is usually
described as being most common in fair skinned women over 40. The purpose of the study is to
determine whether oral Zinc Sulfate treatment is an effective treatment for facial rosacea.