Can a common parasite drug boost cancer immunotherapy?

NCT ID NCT07487805

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether adding ivermectin, a drug used for parasitic infections, can improve the immune response in people with solid tumors who are already receiving immunotherapy. About 80 adults will take either a moderate or high dose of ivermectin for four weeks alongside their standard treatment. Researchers will measure changes in immune cells and watch for side effects.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

ivermectin

What this could lead to

If it works, this could show that adding ivermectin to standard immunotherapy improves the immune system's ability to fight cancer.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-phase trial with only 80 participants. Ivermectin may cause side effects or interact with other drugs, and it might not boost immunity as hoped.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

neoplasm

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.