Can a common antibiotic ease lingering lyme fatigue?

NCT ID NCT05219929

First seen Jan 11, 2026 · Last updated Jun 12, 2026 · Updated 27 times

Summary

This study tested whether taking tetracycline for 3 months is tolerable for people with Post-Treatment Lyme Disease (PTLD) — those who still have symptoms like fatigue after standard antibiotic treatment. 60 adults received either tetracycline or a placebo, then switched treatments. The main goal was to see how many side effects occurred and if people could stick with the therapy. Results may help decide if larger studies on symptom relief are worthwhile.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Johns Hopkins Lyme Disease Research Center

    Lutherville, Maryland, 21093, United States

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