Battle against the Mite-Borne fever: which antibiotic works best?

NCT ID NCT03083197

First seen Jan 12, 2026 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 20 times

Summary

This study tests three different antibiotic treatments for scrub typhus, a bacterial infection spread by mites. It involves 177 hospitalized adults in areas where the bacteria may be resistant to common drugs. The goal is to see which treatment clears the fever fastest and prevents relapse.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Chiangrai Prachanukroh Hospital

    Chiang Rai, Thailand

  • Mae Chan District Hospital

    Chiang Rai, Thailand

  • Mae Fah Luang District Hospital

    Chiang Rai, Thailand

  • Mae Suai District Hospital

    Chiang Rai, Thailand

  • Shoklo-Malaria Research Unit (SMRU)

    Mae Sot, Changwat Tak, Thailand

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