Stop when symptoms stop: antibiotic trial challenges 'Finish the Course' rule

NCT ID NCT07532941

First seen Apr 21, 2026 · Last updated May 08, 2026 · Updated 3 times

Summary

This study will enroll 200 children aged 1 to 17 who are prescribed oral antibiotics after IV treatment for infections like cellulitis, UTI, or pneumonia. Half will stop antibiotics when symptoms go away, while the other half will finish the full course. The goal is to see if stopping early is safe and effective, potentially reducing unnecessary antibiotic use.

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  • Royal Children's Hospital

    Melbourne, Victoria, 3052, Australia

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