Heart attack survivors may get help from an unexpected source: doxycycline
NCT ID NCT03508232
First seen Apr 25, 2026 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study tested whether doxycycline, an antibiotic also used for gum disease, could prevent heart damage after a heart attack. 174 adults who had a severe heart attack took either doxycycline or a placebo twice a day for one week. Researchers used MRI scans three months later to see if the drug helped keep the heart healthier.
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Royal Alexandra Hospital
Edmonton, Alberta, T5H 3V9, Canada
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