Could an antibiotic help lift Treatment-Resistant depression?
NCT ID NCT03947827
First seen Apr 01, 2026 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 6 times
Summary
This study tested whether adding the antibiotic minocycline to usual treatment could ease depression in people whose depression didn't get better with standard antidepressants. 76 adults took either minocycline or a placebo for 12 weeks. The goal was to see if the drug reduced depressive symptoms and inflammation in the brain.
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Centre for Addiction and Mental Health
Toronto, Ontario, M6J 1H4, Canada
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