Efficacy of Oral HA35 for Rapid Relief of Oral Pain and Pungent Sensation

September 6, 2026 updated by: Nakhia Impex LLC

A Prospective, Single-Arm, Open-Label Pilot Clinical Study of Oral 10% 35 kDa Hyaluronan for Rapid Relief of Capsaicin/AITC-Induced Oral Pain and Pungent Sensation

This prospective, open-label, controlled pilot study evaluates oral 10% 35 kDa hyaluronan (HA35) versus four control interventions (C60 grapeseed oil，normal saline) for relief of capsaicin/AITC-induced oral pain and pungent sensation. Healthy participants receive standardized pain induction followed by single oral intervention. Pain/pungency assessed at 30 sec/60 sec/120 sec. Safety monitored throughout. Minimal-risk, non-invasive oral study.

Study Overview

Status

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Completed

Conditions

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Intervention / Treatment

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Detailed Description

This prospective, single-center, open-label, controlled pilot clinical study evaluates the rapid analgesic and anti-pungent effects of oral 10% 35 kDa hyaluronan (HA35) compared with two control interventions in healthy adults with capsaicin/AITC-induced oral pain and pungent sensation.

Eligible participants undergo standardized pain induction:

Capsaicin (chili) challenge: Oral capsaicin exposure induces oral pain. AITC (wasabi/horseradish) challenge: Oral AITC exposure induces pain and pungency.

After induction, participants are assigned to 6 parallel groups:

HA35：20 mL 10% HA35 oral solution Control 1：20 mL 4 mg/L C60 grapeseed oil Control 2：20 mL normal saline All interventions administered orally, held 3-30 seconds then swallowed.

Outcome assessments:

Oral pain (0-10 NRS) Pungent/irritant sensation (0-10 NRS) Time points: Baseline, 30 sec, 60 sec, 120 sec Safety: Oral adverse events and tolerability monitored throughout. Minimal-risk, non-invasive oral intervention. All procedures follow Declaration of Helsinki; written informed consent obtained.

Study Type

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Interventional

Enrollment (Actual)

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30

Phase

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  • Not Applicable

Contacts and Locations

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Study Locations

  • China
    • Shandong
      • Qingdao, Shandong, China, 266000
        • HA35

Participation Criteria

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Eligibility Criteria

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Ages Eligible for Study

  • Adult
  • Older Adult

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

Yes

Description

Inclusion Criteria:

  • Age 18-65 years, healthy adults
  • Able to tolerate capsaicin/AITC oral challenge
  • Able to complete NRS assessments
  • Signed informed consent

Exclusion Criteria:

  • Oral ulcers, lesions, or mucosal disease
  • Known hyaluronan allergy
  • Severe systemic disease
  • Pregnancy/lactation
  • Recent oral analgesic use (≤24h)

Study Plan

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How is the study designed?

Design Details

  • Primary Purpose: Supportive Care
  • Allocation: Randomized
  • Interventional Model: Parallel Assignment
  • Masking: None (Open Label)

Arms and Interventions

Participant Group / Arm

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Intervention / Treatment

Intervention / Treatment

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Experimental: 辣椒素挑战+10%35kDa透明质酸（HA35）
Participants undergo standardized oral capsaicin challenge to induce oral pain and pungent sensation, followed by administration of 20 mL of 10% 35 kDa hyaluronan (HA35) oral solution. The solution is held in the mouth for 3-30 seconds and then swallowed.
Other: Capsaicin Oral Challenge
A standardized oral capsaicin challenge administered to induce transient oral pain and pungent sensation before the assigned oral intervention.
Other Names:
  • HA35 Oral Pain Relief Solution; Anti-Pungent Oral HA35 Solution
Other: 10% 35 kDa Hyaluronan (HA35) Oral Solution
20 mL oral solution containing 10% 35 kDa hyaluronan (HA35). The solution is held in the mouth for 3-30 seconds and then swallowed following the assigned oral challenge.
Active Comparator: 辣椒素挑战+4毫克/升C60葡萄籽油
Participants undergo standardized oral capsaicin challenge to induce oral pain and pungent sensation, followed by administration of 20 mL of 4 mg/L C60 grapeseed oil oral solution. The solution is held in the mouth for 3-30 seconds and then swallowed.
Other: Capsaicin Oral Challenge
A standardized oral capsaicin challenge administered to induce transient oral pain and pungent sensation before the assigned oral intervention.
Other Names:
  • HA35 Oral Pain Relief Solution; Anti-Pungent Oral HA35 Solution
Other: 4 mg/L C60 in Grapeseed Oil
20 mL preparation containing 4 mg/L C60 fullerene in grapeseed oil. The preparation is held in the mouth for 3-30 seconds and then swallowed following the assigned oral challenge.
Placebo Comparator: 辣椒素挑战+0.9%正常生理盐水
Participants undergo standardized oral capsaicin challenge to induce oral pain and pungent sensation, followed by administration of 20 mL of 0.9% normal saline. The solution is held in the mouth for 3-30 seconds and then swallowed.
Other: Capsaicin Oral Challenge
A standardized oral capsaicin challenge administered to induce transient oral pain and pungent sensation before the assigned oral intervention.
Other Names:
  • HA35 Oral Pain Relief Solution; Anti-Pungent Oral HA35 Solution
Other: 0.9% Normal Saline
20 mL of 0.9% sodium chloride solution. The solution is held in the mouth for 3-30 seconds and then swallowed following the assigned oral challenge.
Experimental: AITC挑战+10%35kDa透明质酸（HA35）
Participants undergo standardized oral allyl isothiocyanate (AITC) challenge to induce oral pain and pungent sensation, followed by administration of 20 mL of 10% 35 kDa hyaluronan (HA35) oral solution. The solution is held in the mouth for 3-30 seconds and then swallowed.
Other: 10% 35 kDa Hyaluronan (HA35) Oral Solution
20 mL oral solution containing 10% 35 kDa hyaluronan (HA35). The solution is held in the mouth for 3-30 seconds and then swallowed following the assigned oral challenge.
Other: Allyl Isothiocyanate (AITC) Oral Challenge
A standardized oral allyl isothiocyanate (AITC) challenge administered to induce transient oral pain and pungent/irritant sensation before the assigned oral intervention.
Active Comparator: AITC挑战+4毫克/升C60葡萄籽油
Participants undergo standardized oral allyl isothiocyanate (AITC) challenge to induce oral pain and pungent sensation, followed by administration of 20 mL of 4 mg/L C60 grapeseed oil oral solution. The solution is held in the mouth for 3-30 seconds and then swallowed.
Other: 4 mg/L C60 in Grapeseed Oil
20 mL preparation containing 4 mg/L C60 fullerene in grapeseed oil. The preparation is held in the mouth for 3-30 seconds and then swallowed following the assigned oral challenge.
Other: Allyl Isothiocyanate (AITC) Oral Challenge
A standardized oral allyl isothiocyanate (AITC) challenge administered to induce transient oral pain and pungent/irritant sensation before the assigned oral intervention.
Placebo Comparator: AITC挑战+0.9%正常盐水
Participants undergo standardized oral allyl isothiocyanate (AITC) challenge to induce oral pain and pungent sensation, followed by administration of 20 mL of 0.9% normal saline. The solution is held in the mouth for 3-30 seconds and then swallowed.
Other: 0.9% Normal Saline
20 mL of 0.9% sodium chloride solution. The solution is held in the mouth for 3-30 seconds and then swallowed following the assigned oral challenge.
Other: Allyl Isothiocyanate (AITC) Oral Challenge
A standardized oral allyl isothiocyanate (AITC) challenge administered to induce transient oral pain and pungent/irritant sensation before the assigned oral intervention.

What is the study measuring?

Primary Outcome Measures

Primary Outcome Measures

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Outcome Measure
Measure Description
Time Frame
Change in Oral and Upper-Airway Discomfort Intensity After Horseradish Stimulation (0-10 NRS)
Time Frame: Baseline and 3 seconds and 30 seconds after treatment.
Change in overall oral and upper-airway discomfort induced by commercially available horseradish, assessed using an 11-point Numerical Rating Scale (NRS) ranging from 0 to 10, where 0 indicates no pain or irritation-related discomfort and 10 indicates the worst imaginable pain or irritation. The assessed sensation includes oral and lingual pain, nasal pungency, pharyngeal irritation, and cough-related discomfort.
Baseline and 3 seconds and 30 seconds after treatment.
Change in Oral Burning Pain Intensity After Chili Oil Stimulation (0-10 NRS)
Time Frame: Baseline and 30 seconds, 60 seconds, and 120 seconds after treatment.
Change in oral burning pain induced by commercially available chili oil, assessed using an 11-point Numerical Rating Scale (NRS) ranging from 0 to 10, where 0 indicates no pain and 10 indicates the worst imaginable oral pain.
Baseline and 30 seconds, 60 seconds, and 120 seconds after treatment.

Collaborators and Investigators

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Sponsor

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Nakhia Impex LLC

Study record dates

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Study Major Dates

Study Start (Actual)

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June 5, 2026

Primary Completion (Actual)

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June 30, 2026

Study Completion (Actual)

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July 10, 2026

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First Submitted

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May 22, 2026

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June 1, 2026

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June 5, 2026

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September 10, 2026

Last Update Submitted That Met QC Criteria

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September 6, 2026

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May 1, 2026

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Other Study ID Numbers

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  • HA35202610

Drug and device information, study documents

Studies a U.S. FDA-regulated drug product

No

Studies a U.S. FDA-regulated device product

No

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