New malaria drug study aims to stop parasite spread in kids

NCT ID NCT04009343

First seen Jan 08, 2026 · Last updated Jun 13, 2026 · Updated 21 times

Summary

This study looks at how two common malaria drugs work in 182 Zambian children with uncomplicated malaria. The goal is to see how well the drugs clear malaria parasites from the blood and prevent new infections for up to 9 weeks. Children must weigh at least 10 kg and have a confirmed malaria infection to join.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Tropical Diseases Research Centre

    Ndola, Copperbelt, Zambia

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