Oral antibiotics for newborns exposed to syphilis
Treatments studied
Part of Genetic & congenital, Infections clinical trials.
This study tests whether giving oral antibiotics at home is as safe and effective as the usual injections for newborns exposed to syphilis during pregnancy. It is for babies who appear healthy at birth.
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Who can take part
- Your baby must be less than 7 days old and born between 34 and 42 weeks of pregnancy.
- Your baby must be able to take feedings (by mouth or feeding tube).
- Your baby must not have any signs of syphilis at birth (like rash, fever, or trouble breathing).
- Your baby must weigh at least 2 kg (about 4.4 lbs) at birth.
- Your baby must not have a life-threatening condition that limits their life span.
- Your baby must not have been on other antibiotics for more than 2 days at birth.
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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