New antibiotic combo aims to cut treatment time for stubborn lung infection

NCT ID NCT07213765

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether adding the antibiotic contezolid to standard drugs can shorten treatment for Mycobacterium Avium Complex (MAC) lung disease. About 188 adults with the nodular bronchiectatic form of the disease will either receive contezolid plus standard therapy for 6 months, or standard therapy alone for 12 months. Researchers will check if the combination leads to faster clearance of bacteria and better quality of life.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

Contezolid (an antibiotic) added to a standard regimen of azithromycin, ethambutol, and rifampicin

What this could lead to

If it works, this could lead to a shorter, more effective treatment for MAC lung disease, reducing the time patients need to take antibiotics.

What could go wrong

This is a Phase 4 trial with 188 participants, so results are not yet proven. Adding a new drug may cause side effects or not improve outcomes compared to standard care.

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Conditions

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Contacts and locations

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Locations

  • Anhui Chest Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Hefei, Anhui, China

  • Beijing Chest Hospital, Capital Medical University

    RECRUITING

    Beijing, Beijing Municipality, China

  • China-Japan Friendship Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Beijing, Beijing Municipality, China

  • Guangzhou Chest Hospital

    NOT_YET_RECRUITING

    Guangzhou, Guangdong, China

  • Jiangxi Chest Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Nanchang, Jiangxi, China

  • Shanghai Pulmonary Hospital

    NOT_YET_RECRUITING

    Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality, China

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