Recruiting NA MRSA

New treatment option for MRSA

Official title MRSA Decolonization in Complicated Carriage

ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05268120

What this study is testing

What is doxycycline 200 mg q.d. - rifampicin 600mg b.i.d.?

doxycycline 200 mg q.d. - rifampicin 600mg b.i.d. is an investigational medicine, given as an once-daily pill taken by mouth, being studied as a potential treatment for mrsa.

Plain-language explanation of the investigational treatment - it is being studied and is not an approved or proven therapy. The study team can confirm the details.

What it's testing
Multicenter open-label cluster randomized controlled trial determining the superiority of doxycycline-rifampicin compared to trimethoprim-rifampicin for the decolonization treatment of complicated MRSA carriership.
  • Which group you join is decided by chance.

A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.

Who can take part

Ages 18 and older

You may be able to join if

  • Age ≥18 years
  • Complicated MRSA carriership. Complicated carriership is defined as having one of the following features: (i) the presence of MRSA located at another...

You likely can't join if

  • \- Presence of any iv-access, urinary catheters or drains (because of high risk of treatment failure)
  • Failure of previous decolonization attempt of complicated MRSA carriage
  • Allergy or other contra-indication to either doxycycline, rifampicin or trimethoprim (these patients will participate in the observational arm)
  • Previous participation in this study (every patient can only participate once)
  • Pregnancy

The study team makes the final eligibility decision.

Where it's taking place

  • Leiden, Netherlands

Questions & answers

Do participants get paid in this trial?

This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.

Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?

Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.

How long does this study last?

The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.

Who can join this trial?

This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.

Where is this trial taking place?

Study sites include Leiden, Netherlands. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.

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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.