Title
An Open-label Trial to Evaluate the Safety of an Essential Oil Infused Perineal Towel
An Open-label Trial to Evaluate the Safety of an Essential Oil Infused Perineal Towel - WIPEAWAY
Phase
Phase 1Lead Sponsor
University of AlbertaStudy Type
InterventionalStatus
WithdrawnIndication/Condition
Urinary Tract InfectionsIntervention/Treatment
essential oils ...Study Participants
0The purpose of this study is to assess the safety (absence of skin irritation) of a feminine hygiene product for perineal hygiene prior to undertaking a clinical effectiveness trial. The feminine hygiene towel or wipe is an anti-bacterial Natural Health Product solution.
The design of the trial will be open-label and uncontrolled.
Each participant will be asked to complete a treatment period of one month's duration. At the start of the study, the participants will be asked to fill-out a baseline questionnaire and will be given a month's supply of the perineal hygiene towel with instructions about its use. At day 15, 30 and 45 follow-ups will be conducted.
Essential oils infused Perineal Hygiene wipe
Inclusion Criteria: Women aged ≥18 years willing to use the perineal towels for an entire month Exclusion Criteria: Pregnancy or within 12 months post-partum Current vulvo-vaginitis Known allergies to tea-tree oil