Steroid mystery: why some kids respond differently

NCT ID NCT02252237

First seen Nov 20, 2025 · Last updated Jun 13, 2026 · Updated 22 times

Summary

This study looked at 146 children already taking steroid medications (prednisone, prednisolone, methylprednisolone, or hydrocortisone) to understand why drug levels vary so much between individuals. Researchers measured how the body processes the drug and checked for genetic differences. The goal was to lay the groundwork for better monitoring, not to test a new treatment.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • AP-HP Necker

    Paris, 75015, France

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