Clinical Trials

Multiple clinical trials are currently evaluating curcuminoid preparations, focusing primarily on ulcerative oral mucositis, formulation safety, and pharmacokinetics. Completed Phase 1 studies sponsored by the University of Hohenheim and the German Federal Ministry of Education and Research evaluated the safety profiles and enhanced bioavailability of novel delivery systems. Furthermore, clinical research led by the Tata Memorial Centre encompasses Phase 2 and Phase 3 trials—currently designated as completed or recruiting—to assess the capacity of these formulations to suppress inflammatory cytokines and reduce oral mucositis.

NCT Number Recruitment Conditions Sponsor/Collaborators Start Date Phases
NCT04896164 Recruiting
Oral Mucositis (Ulcerative)
Tata Memorial Centre
2018-12-16 Phase 3
NCT01982734 Completed
Pharmacokinetics of New Curcumin Formulations|Safety of New Curcumin Formulations
University of Hohenheim|German Federal Ministry of Education and Research
2012-11 Early Phase 1
NCT01925287 Completed
Pharmacokinetics of Novel Curcumin Formulations|Safety of Novel Curcumin Formulations
University of Hohenheim|German Federal Ministry of Education and Research
2011-10 Early Phase 1
NCT04870060 Completed
Oral Mucositis (Ulcerative)
Tata Memorial Centre
2010-10-06 Phase 2

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

Check the Demethoxycurcumin product page for in-depth specifications, including solubility, stock solutions, MOA, and working concentrations.

Compliance for Clinical Use

Mechanism and Biochemical Profile

Demethoxycurcumin suppresses pro-inflammatory signaling cascades by inhibiting nuclear factor kappa B activation and downregulating downstream inflammatory cytokine production. This molecular suppression reduces cellular oxidative stress and localized tissue inflammation, thereby providing a biological rationale for mitigating conditions such as ulcerative oral mucositis.

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.