Can extra antibiotics finally knock out MRSA in the throat?
NCT ID NCT04104178
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether adding an oral antibiotic called clindamycin to the usual topical treatment (nasal ointment and special baths) helps clear MRSA bacteria from the throat. Fifty-three adults who still carried MRSA in their throat after standard treatment took either clindamycin or a placebo for a week. The goal was to see if more people became MRSA-free after one month and six months.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
Clindamycin (oral antibiotic)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a more effective way to clear MRSA from the throat, reducing infection risk.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed trial with only 53 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. Adding an antibiotic also raises concerns about side effects and antibiotic resistance.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Hvidovre Hospital
Hvidovre, Denmark