Aspirin for pneumonia in older adults
Part of Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This trial tests whether aspirin can help older adults recover from pneumonia. If you are 75 or older, hospitalized with pneumonia, and not taking certain medications, you may be eligible.
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Who can take part
- You are 75 years old or older.
- You have pneumonia that started less than 7 days ago and you are in the hospital for at least 48 hours.
- You have a new spot on your lung seen on an X-ray, ultrasound, or CT scan.
- You are not on blood thinners, aspirin, or anti-inflammatory drugs (like ibuprofen or steroids).
- You have no history of stomach ulcers, bleeding problems, or kidney failure.
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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