Antioxidant drug shows promise in COVID-19 ICU patients

NCT ID NCT07374991

First seen Jan 30, 2026 · Last updated May 05, 2026 · Updated 9 times

Summary

This study tested whether the antioxidant N-Acetylcysteine (NAC) helps people with severe COVID-19 lung failure in the ICU. 59 adults were randomly assigned to receive NAC or a placebo. Researchers measured changes in inflammation and blood clotting markers, as well as survival and length of ICU stay.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Gaziantep üniversity

    Gaziantep, 27, Turkey (Türkiye)

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