Clinical trials
Tuberculosis clinical trials
Below are recruiting tuberculosis clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 150 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT05756582Recruiting
Screening for hidden TB infection in hospital staff and students
This trial checks hospital workers and certain medical students to see how many have “latent TB,” meaning TB bacteria in the body that may not cause symptoms. The goal is to better understand who might need follow-up and prevention.
RomaAges 18–72 - NCT06446245RecruitingPhase 2
Doxycycline for brain tuberculosis
This trial tests whether adding the antibiotic doxycycline to standard treatment can improve recovery in patients with tuberculosis of the brain (TB meningitis). It may help reduce brain swelling and damage.
Medan, MedanAges 21 years+ - NCT07086820Recruiting
Window prophylaxis for preventing TB in children
This trial tests if a short course of medication can prevent tuberculosis (TB) in children and teenagers who have been in close contact with someone who has active TB. The goal is to see if this approach can stop them from developing the disease.
Calama, AntofagastaAges 5–17 - NCT05610098Recruiting
Study of gene activity in spinal tuberculosis
This trial looks at patterns of gene activity (from blood/tissue samples) in adults with spinal tuberculosis. The goal is to better understand the disease and how to tell different conditions apart, which may help future care.
Cape Town, Western CapeAges 18 years+ - NCT06845618Recruiting
Blood test to monitor tuberculosis treatment
This study is looking at how a simple blood test can help monitor tuberculosis (TB) treatment. It may help doctors know sooner if the treatment is working.
TakAges 18 years+ - NCT01212003Recruiting
Study of how tuberculosis develops over time
This study follows people with suspected or confirmed tuberculosis (TB), whether they have inactive “latent” TB or active TB. It helps researchers better understand TB’s natural course and may improve future testing and care by allowing collection and storage of samples.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 2–100 - NCT03625739Recruiting
Study how TB medicines move through children’s bodies
This study looks at how common TB medicines are absorbed, used, and cleared in children who are already taking treatment for tuberculosis. It may help doctors choose safer and more effective doses for children.
BeijingAges 1 day–18 years - NCT04260477RecruitingPhase 3
Testing a new stronger TB retreatment medicine schedule
This trial tests a new “triple-dose” set of medicines to treat people whose tuberculosis (TB) has come back in the lungs. If you qualify, the goal is to improve cure rates and reduce the chance of TB returning again.
NiameyAges Any age - NCT06033807Recruiting
Screening for hidden TB in school contacts
This study tests a program to find hidden (latent) tuberculosis infections in students who have been close to someone with active TB. It helps identify who might need treatment to prevent them from getting sick later.
Zunyi, GuiyangAges 13 years+ - NCT06253715RecruitingPhase 3
Shorter TB treatment for children
This trial tests a shorter treatment for children with tuberculosis (TB) that is not drug-resistant. It aims to find out if a shorter regimen works as well as the standard longer one, making treatment easier for children and their families.
ChennaiAges birth–9 years - NCT06441006RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Personalized treatment for rifampicin-resistant TB
This trial tests a personalized treatment approach for people with rifampicin-resistant TB that is still sensitive to fluoroquinolones. It aims to find the best combination of medicines based on your specific TB profile.
UlaanbaatarAges 14 years+ - NCT03044509Recruiting
Testing to diagnose tuberculosis in Swiss children
This trial studies how to diagnose tuberculosis (TB) in children and teens when they are being checked after possible exposure or because TB is suspected. It may help doctors figure out faster and more accurately who has TB infection or disease.
AarauAges Up to 17 years - NCT06022146RecruitingPhase 3
Short TB prevention for school contacts
This trial tests a very short (one-month) medicine course to prevent tuberculosis (TB) in students and school staff who have been exposed to someone with active TB. If you have latent TB infection (the germs are in your body but you're not sick), this treatment aims to stop it from turning into active TB disease.
Anshun, GuiyangAges 13 years+ - NCT04271397Recruiting
Testing immune blood markers in tuberculosis care
This study looks at immune system blood tests in adults being treated for active tuberculosis and/or latent tuberculosis infection. The goal is to see if these “immune biomarkers” can help guide or improve tuberculosis management.
LyonAges 18 years+ - NCT05081401RecruitingPhase 3
All-oral shorter treatment for rifampicin-resistant TB
This Phase 3 trial tests a shorter, all-pill (oral) treatment plan for people with rifampicin-resistant pulmonary tuberculosis. It aims to improve treatment while reducing the burden of therapy, using a plan tailored to the individual.
Guiyang, GuizhouAges 16–75 - NCT05534750RecruitingPhase 2
Early test of two antibiotics for new lung TB
This trial tests how quickly two antibiotics (tedizolid vs linezolid) can kill tuberculosis germs in the lungs after a first TB infection is suspected. It may help doctors learn which option works faster and safely in the early treatment phase.
ParisAges 18–75 - NCT05824871RecruitingPhase 3
Oral drug for rifampicin-resistant lung tuberculosis
This Phase 3 trial tests an oral medicine (Sudapyridine/WX-081) to treat people with rifampicin-resistant pulmonary tuberculosis. It compares how well the study drug works when you stop prior tuberculosis medicines and go through a short “washout” period first.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–65 - NCT06199921RecruitingPhase 2
Atorvastatin plus TB treatment for new tuberculosis
This study tests whether adding the cholesterol drug atorvastatin to standard TB treatment helps people recover faster. It is for people with newly diagnosed, drug-sensitive tuberculosis who have not yet started treatment.
Zaria, Kaduna StateAges 12–65 - NCT06403943RecruitingPhase 4
Chinese herbs with standard TB treatment for lung health
This trial tests if adding a Chinese herbal formula (BaiDiZiYin ShenQiYiFei) to standard tuberculosis drugs helps improve symptoms like shortness of breath, fatigue, and coughing. It may be helpful for people diagnosed with pulmonary TB who also have signs of Qi and Yin deficiency (a traditional Chinese medicine pattern).
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–65 - NCT06439810Recruiting
TB detection test for new pleural fluid buildup
This study tests a new blood or fluid test (cell-free DNA) to find tuberculosis (TB) in people who have new fluid buildup around their lungs. If you are 18 or older and scheduled for a procedure to drain that fluid, you may be able to join.
Shatin, Hong KongAges 18 years+ - NCT06476210RecruitingPhase 4
New drug combo for drug-resistant tuberculosis
This trial tests a three-drug combination (bedaquiline, delamanid, and linezolid) to see if it's safe and works well for people with multi-drug resistant or rifampicin-resistant tuberculosis. It may offer a new treatment option if standard drugs aren't working.
Hefei, AnhuiAges 18 years+ - NCT06526689Recruiting
Lung health and germs in people exposed to TB
This study looks at how the immune system and natural germs in the lungs work in people who have recently been in close contact with someone with active tuberculosis (TB). It aims to better understand how the body responds to TB exposure.
Oxford, OxfordshireAges 18–65 - NCT06590428Recruiting
Tracking linezolid levels for rifampin-resistant TB treatment
This study checks if measuring the amount of linezolid medicine in your blood helps treat rifampin-resistant tuberculosis more safely and effectively. It is for people who have already started a treatment plan that includes linezolid.
East London, Eastern CapeAges 18 years+ - NCT06764576Recruiting
Study for people with suspected tuberculosis or related infections
This trial is looking for adults who might have tuberculosis, a related infection called non-tubercular mycobacteriosis, or a hidden (latent) tuberculosis infection. You will provide a sample for testing, and the study will help doctors understand and manage these infections better.
BolognaAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for tuberculosis?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 150 recruiting tuberculosis 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 tuberculosis 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 tuberculosis 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.
Related conditions
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.