COVID steroid trial pulled before it even started
NCT ID NCT04359511
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study was designed to see if corticosteroids (prednisone or hydrocortisone) could help COVID-19 patients who need extra oxygen. It planned to enroll adults with confirmed COVID-19 and pneumonia, using CT scans to identify those likely to benefit. However, the trial was withdrawn before any participants were enrolled, so no results are available.
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Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Prednisone and hydrocortisone (corticosteroids)
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