New study aims to crack the code on cephalosporin allergies
NCT ID NCT06406114
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks for better ways to diagnose allergies to cephalosporin antibiotics, which are commonly used but can cause serious reactions. Researchers will test 300 adults with a history of possible allergic reactions using skin tests and controlled drug challenges. The goal is to confirm true allergies and understand cross-reactivity between different cephalosporins, helping doctors make safer antibiotic choices.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Massachusetts General Hospital
RECRUITINGBoston, Massachusetts, 02114, United States
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Mayo Clinic Arizona
RECRUITINGScottsdale, Arizona, 14607, United States
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Rochester General Hospital
RECRUITINGRochester, New York, 14621, United States
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University of California, San Francisco
RECRUITINGSan Francisco, California, 94143, United States
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University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
RECRUITINGDallas, Texas, 75390, United States
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Vanderbilt University Medical Center
RECRUITINGNashville, Tennessee, 37232, United States
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