New drug duo takes on deadly brain infection

NCT ID NCT07350174

First seen Jun 27, 2026 ยท Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tests a new two-drug combination (Alpibectir and Ethionamide) added to standard treatment for tuberculosis meningitis, a serious brain infection. About 64 adults newly diagnosed with the condition will receive the drugs to see how well they reach the brain and how safe they are. The trial also checks how the drugs interact with HIV treatment in patients who are HIV-positive.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

meningeal tuberculosis tuberculosis

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