Clinical trials
Pneumonia in Children clinical trials
Below are recruiting pneumonia in children clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 26 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06325293Recruiting
Macrolide vs. placebo for mycoplasma pneumonia in children
This trial tests whether azithromycin (a macrolide antibiotic) is better than a placebo for treating mycoplasma pneumonia in children aged 3–17. If your child has pneumonia caused by mycoplasma, this study may help find the best treatment.
Aarau, Canton of AargauAges 3–17 - NCT04681339Recruiting
Antibiotics in hospitalized children with community pneumonia
This study looks at how antibiotics are prescribed for children who are hospitalized with community-acquired pneumonia. It may help doctors choose more appropriate antibiotic use for kids in the hospital.
Filderstadt, Baden-WurttembergAges 3 months–18 years - NCT07552116Recruiting
Low-intensity laser therapy for pneumonia in children with Down syndrome
This trial tests whether a special low-intensity laser treatment can help boost the immune system and fight pneumonia in children with Down syndrome. Researchers want to see if this approach might help children recover better from their first pneumonia infection.
CairoAges 3–5 - NCT07578870Recruiting
Balloon Blowing and Breathing Exercises for Pneumonia in Children
This study tests whether balloon blowing and a breathing technique called bubble PEP can help children with pneumonia improve their oxygen levels and feel less short of breath. The goal is to see if these fun, simple exercises can be a helpful part of treatment.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 6–12 - NCT07414693RecruitingPhase 4
Vitamin C for kids with severe pneumonia
This trial tests if giving vitamin C to children hospitalized with severe pneumonia can help them get better faster and leave the hospital sooner. It may be an option for children who have had pneumonia symptoms for 48 hours or less.
Multan Khurd, Punjab ProvinceAges 2 months–4.9 years - NCT07026656Recruiting
Quick diagnosis of ventilator pneumonia in critically ill children
This study tests a new way to quickly diagnose pneumonia in children on breathing machines in the ICU. It uses information from the body and germs to find the right treatment faster.
CambridgeAges 1 month–16 years - NCT06494072RecruitingPhase 4
Short vs standard antibiotics for kids hospitalized with pneumonia
This trial compares a shorter course of antibiotics to the usual longer course for children hospitalized with uncomplicated bacterial pneumonia. The goal is to see if fewer days of antibiotics work just as well, which could reduce side effects and make treatment easier.
Milwaukee, WisconsinAges 3 months–18 years - NCT06657898Recruiting
Complicated pneumonia in children in Southeast Europe
This study looks back at children who had a serious type of pneumonia (complicated pneumonia) between 2014 and 2024 in Southeast Europe. It aims to learn more about these infections to help improve care for kids in the future.
BelgradeAges 1 month–18 years - NCT06364514Recruiting
Antibiotic course study for kids with complex medical needs
This study looks at how long children with complex medical conditions need to take antibiotics for pneumonia. The goal is to find a patient-centered approach to treatment that works best for each child.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 2–25 - NCT06986148Recruiting
Comparing antibiotics for childhood pneumonia in clinics
This trial compares different antibiotic strategies for children with pneumonia who are being treated as outpatients. The goal is to find the best approach to treat the infection and help your child recover.
Atlanta, GeorgiaAges 1 year–5.9 years - NCT07322146Enrolling by invitationPhase 4
Shorter antibiotics for children with common infections
This study tests whether shorter courses of antibiotics are as effective as longer ones for children hospitalized with pneumonia, skin infections, or urinary tract infections. It may help children get back to normal faster and reduce side effects.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 2 months–17 years - NCT06201494Recruiting
Studying early symptoms of asthma in children
This study follows children and teens who are being checked for asthma for the first time. It aims to learn more about the early symptoms of asthma to improve diagnosis and treatment.
PragueAges 3–18 - NCT07048275Enrolling by invitation
Virtual reality training for caregivers of children with pneumonia
This trial tests whether a virtual reality (VR) training tool can help caregivers learn chest tapping (percussion) for children with pneumonia, reduce caregiver stress, and improve teaching. If you are a caregiver for a child with pneumonia and meet the health and language requirements, you may be able to join.
YuanlinAges Up to 17 years - NCT07562529Enrolling by invitation
Pneumococcal Bacteria Study in Hospitalized Vietnamese Children
This research study examines how a common bacterium called pneumococcus lives in the noses of young children who are hospitalized with respiratory symptoms. The goal is to understand which types of pneumococcus are present in Vietnam to help improve prevention and treatment strategies.
HanoiAges 2 months–5 years - NCT04460313Recruiting
Testing bacteria in children’s noses and ears
This study looks at bacteria (especially pneumococcus) in the nose and throat of children. It includes children with ear infections or healthy children, to understand which germs are carried and how they relate to illness.
CréteilAges 6 months–15 years - NCT07366593Recruiting
Immune & respiratory health in Down syndrome kids with pneumonia
This study looks at how the immune system and breathing are affected in children with Down syndrome who have pneumonia. It aims to find patterns that could lead to better treatments.
CairoAges 1–6 - NCT04987840Enrolling by invitation
Hospital program to reduce unnecessary lung culture tests in kids
This trial studies a hospital quality-improvement program that aims to use fewer “respiratory culture” tests in pediatric intensive care units (PICUs). It may help reduce unnecessary testing while maintaining good care for critically ill children.
Baltimore, MarylandAges Any age - NCT06169514Recruiting
Medical oxygen systems and policy study
This study interviews experts in health systems and policy to understand how medical oxygen is managed in different contexts. It aims to improve access to oxygen for patients who need it.
Phnom PenhAges 18 years+ - NCT05582512Recruiting
Study of long-term effects in children after COVID-19
This study looks at what long-term health effects children may have after getting COVID-19, and how those effects change over time. You may be asked to share health information and possibly complete a scan that can’t be done if certain metal is present.
Taipei, Chung Cheng DistrictAges Up to 18 years - NCT06114888Recruiting
New diagnostic tests for children hospitalized with pneumonia
This study tests new ways to diagnose pneumonia in children who are hospitalized. It aims to find the best methods to quickly identify the cause of pneumonia, so your child can get the right treatment sooner.
Hamilton, OntarioAges 6 months–18 years - NCT04278404Recruiting
Drug safety study for children already on certain medicines
This study measures how certain medicines move through the body and checks their safety in children. It may help doctors better understand dosing and side effects in kids who are already receiving these treatments, or in some kids who recently tested positive for COVID-19.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges birth–20 years - NCT06921993Recruiting
Study: Using Ultrasound to Guide Antibiotic Use in Childhood Pneumonia
This study tests if lung ultrasound can help doctors decide whether to use antibiotics for children with pneumonia. If your child has signs of pneumonia but is stable enough for an ultrasound, this could help avoid unnecessary antibiotics.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 3–10 - NCT05455359RecruitingPhase 4
Tube-fed children at high risk for aspiration pneumonia
This Phase 4 study looks at gastrointestinal movement (dysmotility) and how it may increase the risk of aspiration pneumonia in children who eat through a tube and have swallowing safety problems. It may help doctors better prevent lung infections in children who cough/choke and need suction often.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 5–21 - NCT07545876Recruiting
Understanding pneumococcal bacteria in Malaysian children
This study collects nasal swabs from young children in Malaysia to learn which types of pneumococcal bacteria are present, which antibiotics work against them, and how they spread. This information helps doctors better treat and prevent pneumococcal infections in children.
Kuala Lumpur, Kuala LumpurAges birth–5 years
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for pneumonia in children?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 26 recruiting pneumonia in children studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a pneumonia in children trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a pneumonia in children trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
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Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.