Are sick kids getting the right antibiotic dose? study aims to find out

NCT ID NCT02456974

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looks at whether current antibiotic doses work well for children in intensive care. Researchers will take blood samples from 640 children receiving common antibiotics to measure drug levels. The goal is to see if these doses reach high enough concentrations to fight infections effectively.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to

If successful, this could help doctors give the right antibiotic doses to sick children in intensive care, improving treatment and reducing side effects.

What could go wrong

This is an observational study, not testing a new drug. It only measures drug levels, so it won't directly change treatment yet. Results may not apply to all children.

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  • Ghent University Hospital, Hospital Pharmacy

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    Ghent, 9000, Belgium

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