New hope for brain infection: shorter drug combo tested in 240 patients

NCT ID NCT07227779

First seen Nov 16, 2025 · Last updated May 09, 2026 · Updated 13 times

Summary

This study tests a new combination of medicines (BPaLMZ) for tuberculous meningitis, a serious brain infection. 240 adults, including those living with HIV, will receive either the new combo or standard care. Researchers will compare survival and recovery of daily function over time.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • Infectious Diseases Institute

    Kampala, Uganda

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  • University of Minnesota

    Minneapolis, Minnesota, 55455, United States

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