New test and pill aim to stop leprosy before it starts
Prevention
Recruiting now
This study aims to prevent leprosy in people who live near someone diagnosed with the disease. Researchers will give a single dose of the antibiotic rifampicin to 1100 contacts in Bangladesh to see if it clears a hidden infection. They will also test a new, simple finger-prick bl…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Annemieke Geluk • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:35 UTC