Efficacy and Safety of HA35 Gel for Ultra-Rapid Skin Pruritus Relief (HA35-ITCH)

May 5, 2026 updated by: Nakhia Impex LLC

A Prospective, Single-Arm, Open-Label Pilot Clinical Study to Evaluate Efficacy and Safety of Topical 10% 35 kDa Hyaluronan (HA35) Gel for Ultra-Rapid Relief of Diverse Etiology Skin Pruritus

This is a prospective, single-arm, open-label, pilot clinical study to evaluate the efficacy and safety of topical 10% high-concentration 35 kDa hyaluronan (HA35) gel for ultra-rapid relief of moderate-to-severe skin pruritus from diverse etiologies (eczema, neurodermatitis, insect bites, urticaria, postoperative wound itch). Eligible participants will receive a single topical application of HA35 gel. The primary objective is to assess pruritus relief at 10 seconds, 45 minutes, 8 hours, 12 hours, and 24 hours post-application. Safety and local skin tolerability will be evaluated throughout the observation period. This is a minimal-risk, non-pharmacological, non-invasive intervention.

Study Overview

Detailed Description

This prospective, single-center, single-arm, open-label pilot clinical study investigates the ultra-rapid antipruritic efficacy and safety of topical 10% high-concentration 35 kDa hyaluronan (HA35) gel for managing moderate-to-severe skin pruritus caused by various conditions including eczema, neurodermatitis, insect bites, urticaria, and postoperative wound pruritus.

Eligible subjects will receive a single topical application of HA35 gel evenly spread over the pruritic skin area. Pruritus intensity will be assessed using a 0-10 Numeric Rating Scale (NRS) at baseline, 10 seconds, 45 minutes, 8 hours, 12 hours, and 24 hours after application. Changes in associated erythema, swelling, and wheals will also be observed.

Local skin irritation, allergic reactions, and adverse events will be monitored continuously for safety assessment.

This is a non-invasive, non-pharmacological topical intervention with minimal risk to participants. All procedures will be conducted in accordance with the Declaration of Helsinki, and written informed consent will be obtained from all subjects prior to enrollment.

Study Type

Interventional

Enrollment (Estimated)

30

Phase

  • Not Applicable

Participation Criteria

Researchers look for people who fit a certain description, called eligibility criteria. Some examples of these criteria are a person's general health condition or prior treatments.

Eligibility Criteria

Ages Eligible for Study

  • Adult
  • Older Adult

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

No

Description

Inclusion Criteria:

  • Age 18-65 years, male or female
  • Moderate-to-severe skin pruritus (NRS ≥6) due to eczema, neurodermatitis, insect bites, urticaria, or postoperative wound itch
  • Able to understand and complete NRS assessments independently
  • Signed written informed consent

Exclusion Criteria:

  • Topical corticosteroid/antihistamine use within 2 weeks
  • Infected, broken, or exudative skin lesions at the application site
  • Known hypersensitivity to hyaluronan or gel components
  • Severe systemic disease or immune dysfunction
  • Pregnant or lactating women

Study Plan

This section provides details of the study plan, including how the study is designed and what the study is measuring.

How is the study designed?

Design Details

  • Primary Purpose: Supportive Care
  • Allocation: N/A
  • Interventional Model: Single Group Assignment
  • Masking: None (Open Label)

Arms and Interventions

Participant Group / Arm
Intervention / Treatment
Experimental: HA35 Topical Gel Intervention Group
Participants receive a single topical application of 10% high-concentration 35 kDa HA35 gel to the pruritic skin area. Efficacy on ultra-rapid pruritus relief, duration of effect, and safety will be evaluated.
Topical skin gel containing 10% high-concentration 35 kDa hyaluronan fragment. Applied topically to pruritic areas to provide ultra-rapid relief of skin itching and improve associated inflammatory signs.
Other Names:
  • HA35 Itch Relief Gel
  • Rapid Itch Relief HA35 Gel

What is the study measuring?

Primary Outcome Measures

Outcome Measure
Measure Description
Time Frame
Change in Skin Pruritus NRS Score (0-10)
Time Frame: Baseline to 10 seconds, 45 minutes, 8 hours, 12 hours, and 24 hours after application
Change in pruritus intensity measured by 0-10 NRS, 0 = no itching, 10 = worst imaginable itching.
Baseline to 10 seconds, 45 minutes, 8 hours, 12 hours, and 24 hours after application

Secondary Outcome Measures

Outcome Measure
Measure Description
Time Frame
Onset time of clinically significant pruritus relief
Time Frame: Within 10 seconds after application
Within 10 seconds after application
Duration of pruritus relief
Time Frame: Up to 24 hours
Up to 24 hours
Change in Skin Erythema Severity (0-10 NRS Score)
Time Frame: Baseline to 45 minutes and 24 hours after application
Change in skin erythema severity at the application site, assessed using a 0-10 Numeric Rating Scale (NRS), where 0 = no erythema and 10 = maximum redness.
Baseline to 45 minutes and 24 hours after application
Change in Local Skin Swelling Severity (0-10 NRS Score)
Time Frame: Baseline to 45 minutes and 24 hours after application
Change in local skin swelling severity at the application site, assessed using a 0-10 Numeric Rating Scale (NRS), where 0 = no swelling and 10 = maximum swelling.
Baseline to 45 minutes and 24 hours after application
Change in Urticarial Wheal Severity (0-10 NRS Score)
Time Frame: Baseline to 45 minutes and 24 hours after application
Change in urticarial wheal severity at the application site, assessed using a 0-10 Numeric Rating Scale (NRS), where 0 = no wheals and 10 = maximum wheal size and spread.
Baseline to 45 minutes and 24 hours after application

Collaborators and Investigators

This is where you will find people and organizations involved with this study.

Study record dates

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Study Major Dates

Study Start (Estimated)

June 20, 2026

Primary Completion (Estimated)

July 20, 2026

Study Completion (Estimated)

August 20, 2026

Study Registration Dates

First Submitted

April 29, 2026

First Submitted That Met QC Criteria

May 5, 2026

First Posted (Actual)

May 12, 2026

Study Record Updates

Last Update Posted (Actual)

May 12, 2026

Last Update Submitted That Met QC Criteria

May 5, 2026

Last Verified

April 1, 2026

More Information

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