Can a common herpes drug speed up meningitis recovery?
NCT ID NCT05452928
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 11, 2026 · Updated 23 times
Summary
This study tests whether the antiviral drug aciclovir (or its cousin valacyclovir) helps adults with HSV-2 meningitis feel better faster. About 150 participants will receive either the drug or a placebo, and researchers will compare symptom scores after 7 days. The goal is to see if aciclovir reduces headache, neck stiffness, and other meningitis symptoms more effectively than no treatment.
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