Can a common antibiotic stop the spread of meningitis?

NCT ID NCT06618534

First seen Nov 10, 2025 · Last updated May 11, 2026 · Updated 23 times

Summary

This study tests whether a single dose of azithromycin can clear N. meningitidis bacteria from the nose and throat of college students. About 1,120 participants will provide samples before and after taking the antibiotic. The goal is to see if this approach can reduce the spread of meningococcal infections.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • Hope Clinic of the Emory Vaccine Center

    RECRUITING

    Decatur, Georgia, 30030, United States

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