Can a smaller dose of arthritis drug beat COVID pneumonia?

NCT ID NCT04479358

First seen Apr 03, 2026 · Last updated May 11, 2026 · Updated 6 times

Summary

This study tested whether a lower dose of the drug tocilizumab could help hospitalized COVID-19 patients with lung inflammation recover faster. The trial included 85 adults who were not on a breathing machine. Researchers compared two low doses (40mg and 120mg) to standard care, looking at time to recovery and survival at 28 days.

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Locations

  • University of Chicago Medicine

    Chicago, Illinois, 60637, United States

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