Dialysis patients may get better vaccine protection with a common transplant drug
NCT ID NCT07587801
First seen May 18, 2026 · Last updated Jun 23, 2026 · Updated 4 times
Summary
This study tests whether taking a short course of the drug sirolimus (Rapamycin) can improve how well older adults on hemodialysis respond to flu and RSV vaccines. Sixty participants will receive the vaccines plus sirolimus at different times. The goal is to see if this approach strengthens immune memory against these viruses.
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Princess Alexandra Hospital
Woolloongabba, Queensland, 4102, Australia
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Adelaide, South Australia, 5000, Australia
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Royal Prince Alfred Hospital
Camperdown, New South Wales, 2050, Australia
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What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
sirolimus (Rapamycin)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a way to improve vaccine protection for people with weakened immune systems, like those on dialysis.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-phase trial (60 people) and the drug may not improve vaccine response or could cause side effects. Results may not apply to all patients.
Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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