Testing how antibiotics are dosed in children’s intensive care
Part of Infections clinical trials.
This study looks at whether giving common antibiotics in certain dose schedules (either through a drip over time or continuously) is done in a way that fits pediatric intensive care needs. It may help improve antibiotic treatment for children who are very sick and need antibiotics.
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Who can take part
- You are a child who is admitted to the pediatric intensive care unit
- Your age/weight is between about 1.8 kg and 15 years old
- You are currently receiving an antibiotic from the study list (such as vancomycin, meropenem, or amoxicillin-clavulanate)
- You must have an IV or arterial line (not just the antibiotic line) available so the team can take blood samples
- You must be able to give consent (parent/guardian or patient, as appropriate)
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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