Oral vs IV antibiotic for pneumonia in kids
Part of Infections, Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This trial tests whether an oral antibiotic (amoxicillin) works as well as an IV antibiotic (ceftriaxone) for children with mild pneumonia. It may help avoid the need for an IV line.
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Who can take part
- Your child is between 2 and 5 years old.
- Your child has a fever above 99.5°F (37.5°C) and symptoms of mild pneumonia (like cough or fast breathing).
- Your child does not have a serious health condition (such as heart, lung, or kidney disease, severe malnutrition, asthma, sickle cell disease, or a weak immune system).
- Your child is not currently taking antibiotics for any reason.
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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