Pregnancy drug dosing study aims to stop syphilis in newborns

NCT ID NCT05309928

First seen Jan 10, 2026 · Last updated May 01, 2026 · Updated 18 times

Summary

This study looked at how the antibiotic amoxicillin is processed in the body during pregnancy. The goal is to find the right dose to prevent congenital syphilis, which can harm babies. Thirteen pregnant women in their second or third trimester took part. Researchers measured drug levels in the mother's blood and the baby's cord blood to understand how much reaches the baby.

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Locations

  • UAB

    Birmingham, Alabama, 35294, United States

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