New antibiotic combo tested for lung penetration in healthy volunteers

NCT ID NCT06916156

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This early-stage trial tested whether a combination of two antibiotics, ANT3310 and meropenem, can reach the fluid lining the lungs after being given through an IV. Twenty-six healthy adults received three doses over 24 hours, and a lung wash (bronchoscopy) was used to measure drug levels. The goal was to understand how much of the drug gets into the lungs, which is important for treating serious lung infections.

What this could mean

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

Active substance
ANT3310 and meropenem (antibiotic combination)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could help design better dosing for lung infections, potentially improving treatment of serious bacterial pneumonia.
What could go wrong
This is a very early Phase 1 study in only 26 healthy volunteers, not patients. It only measures drug levels, not whether the combination actually fights infection. Side effects are possible.

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Locations

  • Pulmonary Associates, PA

    Phoenix, Arizona, 85032, United States