Could an old antibiotic boost prostate cancer treatment?

NCT ID NCT06536374

First seen Nov 12, 2025 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 23 times

Summary

This study tests if taking trimethoprim, a common antibiotic, daily for 3 months can safely lower folate levels in men starting hormone therapy for advanced prostate cancer. About 50 men will participate. The goal is to see if this approach is safe and might improve treatment outcomes.

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Study contacts

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Locations

  • University of California, San Diego

    La Jolla, California, 92093, United States

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