Safety of a new deworming pill for children in Ghana and Kenya
Part of Infections clinical trials.
This trial tests how safe and effective a combined albendazole and ivermectin pill is for treating parasitic infections. It is for school-aged children in specific areas of Ghana and Kenya.
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Who can take part
- You are between 5 and 17 years old.
- You are taller than 110 cm (about 3 feet 7 inches).
- A parent or guardian agrees to let you join and signs a form.
- You have not traveled to certain countries in Africa where a different parasite (Loa loa) is common.
- You do not have a serious illness like high fever, severe diarrhea, or brain symptoms.
- You are not allergic to any ingredient in the study pills.
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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