Prevention of Noise-induced Damage by Use of Antioxidants

The current study is a dubble-blinde placebo-controlled cross-over study verifying the preventive effect of antioxidants on noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL) and noise-induced tinnitus (NIT). The antioxidants comprise of a mixture of magnesium and n-acetylcystein which should be taken 1h before leisure noise above 100dB for at least 30 minutes.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Age: 18-25 years old
• Temporary tinnitus after noise exposure: loudness >5 on a VAS

Exclusion Criteria:

• middle ear problems
• Allergy for magnesium or n-acetylcystein
• Use of hearing protection when going out