Zinc for young infants with severe infection in Tanzania
Part of Infections clinical trials.
This study tests whether giving zinc supplements to very young babies (under 2 months) with severe infections helps them recover better. It takes place in Tanzania and involves adding zinc to their regular care.
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Who can take part
- Your baby must be newborn to 59 days old (under 2 months).
- Your baby must have a severe infection diagnosed by a doctor.
- Your baby must be able to take medicine or food by mouth or feeding tube.
- Your baby must not have already taken zinc supplements during this illness.
- Your baby must not have diarrhea at the time of enrollment.
- You and your baby must plan to stay in the study area for at least 3 months.
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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