Scientists test common drug to stop Kids' itchy scabies

NCT ID NCT05500326

Summary

This study aims to find a safe and effective dose of the drug ivermectin to treat scabies in children under 5 years old. Researchers in Laos are measuring drug levels in the blood and checking how well the treatment works in 220 children with scabies. The goal is to provide reliable dosing guidance for young children, who are especially vulnerable to this itchy skin infection and its complications.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Banchieng Health Centre

    Kasy District, Vientiane Province, Laos

  • Hinngoon Health Centre

    Kasy District, Vientiane Province, Laos

  • Kasy District Hospital

    Kasy District, Vientiane Province, Laos

  • Poonglack Health Centre

    Kasy District, Vientiane, Laos

  • ThongMeud Health Centre

    Kasy District, Vientiane, Laos

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