Study of an injection to prevent tetanus after high-risk exposure
Part of Infections clinical trials.
This study tests an injection that may help prevent tetanus in people who have had a high-risk exposure, like a deep or dirty wound. It aims to see if the injection is safe and effective for protecting against tetanus.
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Who can take part
- You must be 18 years old or older.
- You must have had a high-risk tetanus exposure, such as a wound that could be contaminated with tetanus bacteria.
- You must be able to understand and sign a consent form agreeing to participate.
- If you or your partner can have children, you must agree to use effective birth control for 6 months after the injection and not donate sperm or eggs.
- You cannot have had tetanus before or be suspected of having it now.
- You cannot have had 3 or more doses of tetanus vaccine in the past, or if fewer than 3 doses, your last dose must have been more than 6 months ago.
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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