Curcumin Lozenges Show Promise in Managing Oral Lichen Planus, reveals study
Written By :  Dr. Shravani Dali
Medically Reviewed By :  Dr. Kamal Kant Kohli
Published On 2025-10-08 15:00 GMT   |   Update On 2025-10-09 08:37 GMT
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  In a new study, curcumin lozenges demonstrated comparable pain relief to triamcinolone acetonide 0.1% paste after one and two weeks, while also reducing lesion size, pain, and burning sensation.
The findings, published in Cureus by Harakh Chand Baranwal, Neelam Mittal, and colleagues, suggest that curcumin may serve as a safe and effective therapy for oral lichen planus, offering an alternative to topical corticosteroids with minimal side effects. Oral lichen planus is a chronic inflammatory condition that can cause significant discomfort, and identifying treatments that provide relief while minimizing systemic or local adverse effects remains a key focus of clinical research.
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