Acne vaccine for teenagers with moderate to severe acne
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This trial tests an mRNA vaccine designed to target the bacteria that cause acne. It is for teenagers aged 12 to 17 with moderate to severe facial acne. The goal is to see if the vaccine is safe and may help reduce acne.
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Who can take part
- You are between 12 and 17 years old.
- You have moderate to severe acne on your face, with at least 25 blackheads or whiteheads and at least 20 red pimples or pustules.
- You are generally healthy, without serious medical conditions.
- You have not used acne treatments (prescription or over-the-counter) without a waiting period before the trial.
- You have not received any vaccines in the 4 weeks before or after the study injections.
- You do not have a weakened immune system, are not taking immunosuppressive drugs, and are not infected with HIV, hepatitis B, or hepatitis C.
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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