Switching from IV to oral antibiotics for children with bloodstream infections
Part of Infections clinical trials.
This trial tests whether children with a bloodstream infection can safely switch from intravenous (IV) antibiotics to oral (by mouth) antibiotics earlier, after showing improvement. It aims to reduce hospital stays and make treatment easier for children.
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Who can take part
- Age between 4 weeks and 17 years
- A blood test that shows a bacterial infection that needs antibiotic treatment
- Child is stable: no need for oxygen, IV fluids, or blood pressure support, and is improving
- Child is able to eat and drink by mouth
- Treatment can start within 4 days of beginning IV antibiotics
- Parent or guardian consent, and child's consent if 15 or older
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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