Can a malaria drug help kids breathe easier? new trial seeks answers
NCT ID NCT04532346
First seen Mar 21, 2026 · Last updated Apr 28, 2026 · Updated 5 times
Summary
This study tests whether hydroxychloroquine, a medicine used for malaria and autoimmune conditions, can safely improve breathing in children with a rare genetic lung disease. About 60 children under 18 with a confirmed genetic cause will receive either the drug or a placebo. The main goal is to see if oxygen levels and breathing rates get better.
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Children's hospital of Fudan University
RECRUITINGShanghai, Shanghai Municipality, 201102, China
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