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NCT00043264 · ClinicalTrials.gov registry record · Phase 2

Antibiotic Treatment Trial Directed Against Chlamydia Pneumonia in Multiple Sclerosis

A Phase 2 study of Multiple Sclerosis, sponsored by National Center for Research Resources (NCRR).

Completed
Registry status
Phase 2
Development phase
40
Enrollment target
1
Study location

NCT00043264 is a Phase 2 study of Multiple Sclerosis that has completed, run by National Center for Research Resources (NCRR). The registered enrollment target is 40 participants, below the 585-participant average among 315 other Multiple Sclerosis trials with a reported enrollment target (93% lower). The trial reports 1 study location across 1 state.

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The verdict

NCT00043264, a Phase 2 study of Multiple Sclerosis, has completed, sponsored by National Center for Research Resources (NCRR).

COMPLETED
Registry status
Phase 2
Development phase
40 participants
Enrollment target
1
Study location

Study Summary

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is an inflammatory, demyelinating disease which affects the central nervous system (CNS). The etiology of MS is unknown, although the immune system appears to play a role. Many different infectious agents have been proposed as potential causes for MS, including Epstein-Barr virus, human herpesvirus 6, and coronaviruses. Recently Dr. Sriram at Vanderbilt University has found evidence for active Chlamydia pneumonia infection in the CNS of MS patients. These findings have been replicated in part by other laboratories. The purpose of the current study is to test whether antibiotic treatment aimed at eradicating Chlamydia infection will reduce the disease activity in MS. The primary outcome measure will be reduction in new enhancing MS lesions on brain MRI. Forty patients will be entered into the trial. To be eligible, patients must have evidence of chlamydia infection in their spinal fluid and enhancing lesions on their pre-randomization MRI scans. Patients who meet these criteria will be randomized to either placebo or antibiotic therapy, and followed for 6 months on treatment.

Conditions Studied

Interventions

  • DRUG Azithromycin
  • DRUG Rifampin

Study Locations (1)

Texas

  • University of Texas Medical School - Houston

Trial Details

FieldValue
Enrollment Target 40 participants
Phase Phase 2

What the Registry Record Tells You About NCT00043264

The ClinicalTrials.gov registry entry for NCT00043264 describes a study currently listed as completed, categorized as Phase 2. The registered enrollment target is 40 participants, a figure that helps gauge the scale of data the investigators plan to collect, below the 585-participant average among 315 other Multiple Sclerosis trials with a reported enrollment target (93% lower). The listed sponsor is National Center for Research Resources (NCRR), which has 94 total studies on file at ClinicalTrials.gov.

The record links to 1 condition, with Multiple Sclerosis appearing as the primary indexed condition, and to 2 interventions - of which Azithromycin is the first listed.

NCT00043264 reports 1 study location spanning 1 distinct geographic area - top geographies include Texas.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is clinical trial NCT00043264 about?

NCT00043264 is a clinical study titled "Antibiotic Treatment Trial Directed Against Chlamydia Pneumonia in Multiple Sclerosis". Multiple sclerosis (MS) is an inflammatory, demyelinating disease which affects the central nervous system (CNS). The etiology of MS is unknown, although the immune system appears to play a role. Many different infectious agents have been proposed as potential causes for MS, including Epstein-Barr v...

What is the current status of trial NCT00043264?

This trial is currently completed. It is a Phase 2 study. The enrollment target is 40 participants.

What conditions does trial NCT00043264 study?

This clinical trial studies the following conditions: Multiple Sclerosis.

What interventions are being tested in trial NCT00043264?

The interventions under investigation include: Azithromycin (DRUG), Rifampin (DRUG).

Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT00043264?

This trial is sponsored by National Center for Research Resources (NCRR), which has 94 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov.

Where is trial NCT00043264 being conducted?

This trial has 1 study location across Texas. Contact the study sites directly through ClinicalTrials.gov for enrollment availability.

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