Clinical Trials

Multiple Phase 3 and Phase 4 clinical trials evaluate benzyl alcohol formulations for dermatological parasitic infestations, primarily targeting scabies and pediculosis. Sponsored by industry organizations such as ParaPRO LLC and Concentrics Research, these completed and actively recruiting studies focus on pediatric pharmacokinetic and safety profiles. Ultimately, this research aims to confirm the safety, tolerability, and efficacy of topical therapies for ectoparasitic diseases.

NCT Number Recruitment Conditions Sponsor/Collaborators Start Date Phases
NCT05310734 Recruiting
Scabies
ParaPRO LLC|Concentrics Research|Iqvia Pty Ltd|Medpace Inc.|Inotiv Laboratories|BioAgilytix
2022-03-04 Phase 4
NCT02485717 Completed
Scabies
ParaPRO LLC|Concentrics Research
2017-05-02 Phase 3
NCT01660321 Completed
Pediculosis
ParaPRO LLC
2011-09 Phase 4

(data from https://clinicaltrials.gov, updated on 2024-05-22)

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Compliance for Clinical Use

Mechanism and Biochemical Profile

Benzyl alcohol functions by interacting with neuronal cell membranes and voltage-gated sodium channels, thereby blocking sodium ion influx and disrupting nerve action potential propagation. This nerve conduction blockade causes local anesthetic effects and leads to respiratory obstruction or paralysis in target organisms, providing clinical utility in managing scabies and pediculosis infestations.

Appendix RUO and cGMP Quality Standards

Quality Dimension RUO (Research Use Only) cGMP (Current Good Manufacturing Practice)
Clinical Applicability Prohibited in human clinical trials or medical diagnostics. Mandatory for human clinical trials (Phase I–III) and therapies.
Regulatory Status Non-regulated grade; exempt from drug manufacturing laws. Legally enforced by health authorities (e.g., FDA, EMA, NMPA).
Facility Environment Unclassified analytical or research laboratories. Validated Cleanrooms (ISO Class 5–8) with continuous monitoring.
Quality Control Basic purity and activity testing. Rigorous safety release testing (Sterility, Endotoxin, Mycoplasma).
Process Validation Basic equipment calibration; no process validation required. Full qualification (IQ/OQ/PQ) and complete batch records.
Quality Assurance Vendor self-declared without required formal QMS. Mandatory QA/QC unit, Change Control, CAPA, and vendor audits.
Regulatory Impact High risk of IND rejection if used as a critical raw material. Required for IND/NDA filings, supported by Drug Master Files (DMF).

Footnotes

Regulatory Note: Governed by FDA (21 CFR Parts 210/211/312), EMA (EudraLex Vol 4), ICH Guidelines (E6/Q7/Q9/Q10), and compendial standards (USP <71>/<85>/<1043>).

Note: Technical data last updated: Sep 1, 2026.