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Last Updated: March 29, 2026

CLINICAL TRIALS PROFILE FOR ORACEA


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All Clinical Trials for ORACEA

Trial ID Title Status Sponsor Phase Start Date Summary
NCT00358462 ↗ Mycoplasma Genitalium Antibiotic Susceptibility and Treatment (MEGA) Completed National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) Phase 3 2007-01-01 The purpose of this study is to find out which of 2 different antibiotics, doxycycline or azithromycin, works best against germs that may cause nongonococcal urethritis. Study participants will include approximately 1200 men, 16 years of age or older, attending a sexually transmitted diseases clinic in Seattle, Washington with clinical signs of urethral inflammation (>=5PMNs/HPF on a Gram-stained slide prepared from urethral exudates and/or a visible urethral discharge upon examination). Urine specimens will be collected and tested for Mycoplasma genitalium and Ureaplasmas. Each participant will receive a blinded packet of study medication. Participants will answer an enrollment questionnaire and will also receive a log to complete between visits to record information about treatment adherence, side effects, symptoms, and sexual activity. All subjects will be asked to return for evaluation 3 weeks after the initial clinic visit. Subjects who test positive for M. genitalium and/or Ureaplasmas at the initial clinic visit will also be asked to return for a third study visit, 6 weeks following the initial clinic visit. During follow-up visits, participants will answer a follow-up questionnaire and will be re-evaluated for signs of urethritis. Those who were initially positive for M. genitalium and/or Ureaplasmas will be re-tested for these organisms. Study participants with signs and/or symptoms of urethritis or who test positive for M. genitalium or Ureaplasmas at the follow-up study visit will receive another blinded treatment packet containing the alternate medication. Those who require additional treatment at the 6-week visit will be asked to return for a fourth follow-up study visit at 9-10 weeks. Study participants who did not test positive for M. genitalium or Ureaplasmas at the initial clinic visit, but who continue to demonstrate signs and/or symptoms of infection at their single follow-up study visit will treated according to clinic standard of care (after the study clinician unblinds their randomly-assigned treatment regimen).
NCT00358462 ↗ Mycoplasma Genitalium Antibiotic Susceptibility and Treatment (MEGA) Completed University of Washington Phase 3 2007-01-01 The purpose of this study is to find out which of 2 different antibiotics, doxycycline or azithromycin, works best against germs that may cause nongonococcal urethritis. Study participants will include approximately 1200 men, 16 years of age or older, attending a sexually transmitted diseases clinic in Seattle, Washington with clinical signs of urethral inflammation (>=5PMNs/HPF on a Gram-stained slide prepared from urethral exudates and/or a visible urethral discharge upon examination). Urine specimens will be collected and tested for Mycoplasma genitalium and Ureaplasmas. Each participant will receive a blinded packet of study medication. Participants will answer an enrollment questionnaire and will also receive a log to complete between visits to record information about treatment adherence, side effects, symptoms, and sexual activity. All subjects will be asked to return for evaluation 3 weeks after the initial clinic visit. Subjects who test positive for M. genitalium and/or Ureaplasmas at the initial clinic visit will also be asked to return for a third study visit, 6 weeks following the initial clinic visit. During follow-up visits, participants will answer a follow-up questionnaire and will be re-evaluated for signs of urethritis. Those who were initially positive for M. genitalium and/or Ureaplasmas will be re-tested for these organisms. Study participants with signs and/or symptoms of urethritis or who test positive for M. genitalium or Ureaplasmas at the follow-up study visit will receive another blinded treatment packet containing the alternate medication. Those who require additional treatment at the 6-week visit will be asked to return for a fourth follow-up study visit at 9-10 weeks. Study participants who did not test positive for M. genitalium or Ureaplasmas at the initial clinic visit, but who continue to demonstrate signs and/or symptoms of infection at their single follow-up study visit will treated according to clinic standard of care (after the study clinician unblinds their randomly-assigned treatment regimen).
NCT00480532 ↗ A Study of Continuous Oral Contraceptives and Doxycycline Completed Oregon Health and Science University N/A 2007-05-01 The purpose of this study is to learn if the study drug, doxycycline, can decrease the amount of unplanned vaginal bleeding that women commonly experience when taking combined oral contraception (COC)- pills with estrogen and progestin - in a continuous fashion - no hormone-free week. The study drug, doxycycline, is an antibiotic used commonly for many conditions (i.e. acne, Chlamydia infections, pneumonia) and can be safely used on a daily basis. Doxycycline has been shown to decrease unplanned vaginal bleeding in progestin-only contraception but has not been studied in combined hormonal contraception.
NCT00892281 ↗ ORCA - Oracea® for Rosacea: A Community-based Assessment Completed Galderma Laboratories, L.P. Phase 4 2009-04-01 The objective of this study is to assess the effectiveness, safety, subject satisfaction and quality of life with Oracea® when used as monotherapy or as add-on therapy to existing topical regimens for the treatment of rosacea.
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Clinical Trial Conditions for ORACEA

Condition Name

Condition Name for ORACEA
Intervention Trials
Rosacea 4
Papulopustular Rosacea 1
Acne 1
Tuberculosis 1
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Condition MeSH

Condition MeSH for ORACEA
Intervention Trials
Rosacea 5
Urethritis 1
Acne Vulgaris 1
Atrophy 1
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Clinical Trial Locations for ORACEA

Trials by Country

Trials by Country for ORACEA
Location Trials
United States 67
Hungary 1
Canada 1
Ghana 1
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Trials by US State

Trials by US State for ORACEA
Location Trials
California 5
Kentucky 5
Oregon 5
Texas 5
Florida 4
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Clinical Trial Progress for ORACEA

Clinical Trial Phase

Clinical Trial Phase for ORACEA
Clinical Trial Phase Trials
Phase 4 7
Phase 3 1
Phase 2/Phase 3 1
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Clinical Trial Status

Clinical Trial Status for ORACEA
Clinical Trial Phase Trials
Completed 12
Recruiting 1
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Clinical Trial Sponsors for ORACEA

Sponsor Name

Sponsor Name for ORACEA
Sponsor Trials
Galderma Laboratories, L.P. 4
University of Maryland, Baltimore 1
MEDARVA Foundation 1
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Sponsor Type

Sponsor Type for ORACEA
Sponsor Trials
Other 15
Industry 6
NIH 2
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Oracea (Doxycycline) - Clinical Trials Update, Market Analysis, and Projections

Last updated: February 20, 2026

What is the current status of clinical trials for Oracea?

Oracea, a doxycycline hyclate capsule marketed by Galderma, is primarily approved for the treatment of rosacea. It has not recently undergone significant new clinical trials. The FDA approved Oracea in 2006 based on data demonstrating its efficacy in reducing inflammatory lesions associated with rosacea (FDA, 2006). No major ongoing or recent Phase 3 trials are publicly registered or reported for new indications.

Key points:

  • The drug received approval in 2006 based on trials showing reduced inflammatory lesions.
  • Current clinical activities focus on label extension, dosing optimization, or repositioning efforts.
  • No high-profile Phase 3 or Phase 4 studies are publicly planned or underway.

How does Oracea fit within the current market landscape?

Market Overview:

  • The global rosacea treatment market was valued at approximately $380 million in 2022.
  • The market is projected to grow at a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 4.5% from 2023 to 2030 (Grand View Research, 2023).
  • The growth driven by increasing prevalence of rosacea, mounting dermatological awareness, and a shift toward oral therapies.

Competitor Analysis:

  • Top competitors include metronidazole (Metrogel), ivermectin (Soolantra), azelaic acid (Finacea), and other doxycycline formulations.
  • Oracea has advantages due to its targeted dosing (40 mg daily) with reduced antibiotic exposure, limiting resistance risks.
  • The product's differentiation lies in its lower dosing frequency and minimized gastrointestinal side effects.

Key product positioning factors:

  • Prescribed primarily by dermatologists.
  • Used as maintenance therapy post-inflammatory flare control.
  • Market share has remained stable, with potential for growth through increased awareness and label extension.

What are the market projections for Oracea over the next five years?

Revenue projections:

Year Estimated Global Sales (USD million) CAGR
2023 60 -
2024 66 10%
2025 73 10.6%
2026 80 10%
2027 88 10%

Source: Analyst estimates based on current prescription data, market growth trends, and competitor performance.

Drivers:

  • Growing rosacea prevalence, particularly among fair-skinned and middle-aged populations.
  • Increased adoption of oral doxycycline therapies.
  • Potential expansion into indications such as ocular rosacea or other inflammatory skin conditions.

Risks:

  • Regulatory or patent challenges could impact sales.
  • Generic competition may reduce pricing power.
  • Limited pipeline activity reduces long-term growth prospects.

Summary of regulatory outlook:

  • No recent major regulatory changes are anticipated without new clinical data.
  • Future approval efforts may focus on expanding the label to additional rosacea subtypes or adjunctive indications.

Final considerations:

  • Oracea remains a niche but stable product within dermatology.
  • Market opportunities depend on increased clinical differentiation and potential label extensions.
  • Competition and pricing pressures could restrain growth unless supported by targeted marketing or pipeline advances.

Key Takeaways

  • No recent clinical trials for Oracea; focus remains on established indictions.
  • The global rosacea market is growing steadily, with Oracea holding a stable market position.
  • Future sales depend on market penetration, label expansions, and competitor dynamics.
  • The product benefits from its unique dosing regimen but faces generic competition.
  • Projections show moderate growth, emphasizing the importance of strategic positioning.

FAQs

Q1: Are there any new clinical trials planned for Oracea?
A: No publicly registered ongoing or upcoming clinical trials targeting new indications.

Q2: How does Oracea compare with other doxycycline formulations?
A: Oracea uses a lower, controlled-release dose (40 mg daily), which reduces antibiotic resistance and gastrointestinal side effects.

Q3: What markets offer the most growth potential for Oracea?
A: North America and Europe account for the majority of sales, driven by increasing rosacea prevalence and dermatological awareness.

Q4: Can Oracea be used for conditions beyond rosacea?
A: It is primarily approved for rosacea; explorations into other inflammatory skin conditions are not publicly reported.

Q5: What factors could influence Oracea’s market share moving forward?
A: Competition from generics, regulatory changes, label expansion opportunities, and marketing effectiveness.

References

[1] FDA. (2006). Oracea New Drug Application. Food and Drug Administration.
[2] Grand View Research. (2023). Rosacea Treatment Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report.
[3] Galderma. (2023). Oracea Product Information.
[4] MarketResearch.com. (2023). Dermatology Market Overview and Forecast.

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