Optimizing the Diagnostic Approach to Cephalosporin Allergy Testing

Recruiting Phase 2 Interventional Study
Drug Allergy Cephalosporin Allergy Drug Hypersensitivity Antibiotic Allergy Beta Lactam Adverse Reaction Drug-Induced Anaphylaxis Cephalosporin Reaction
No Placebo Group Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo. Prior Safety Data This treatment has already been tested in at least one earlier human trial.
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At a Glance
Age
18 – 70
Sex
Any
Trial phase
Phase 2
Study type
Interventional
Purpose
Diagnostic
Participants needed
300 (estimated)
Sponsor
Massachusetts General Hospital · Other
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About This Trial
Cephalosporin antibiotics are commonly used but can result in allergic reactions and anaphylaxis. There is no clear diagnostic approach for cephalosporin-allergic patients, and guidance for the use of other antibiotics in allergic patients is based on side chain chemical similarity and limited skin testing evidence. This project includes a clinical trial and mechanistic studies to optimize the app…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: 1. Age 18-70 years old. 2. Reaction history consistent with a potential immediate hypersensitivity reaction (pruritus, urticaria, erythema, angioedema, bronchospasm, wheezing, shortness of breath, anaphylaxis, or hypotension) to cefazolin, ceftazidime, ceftriaxone, cefepime, cep…
Contacts

Cara Yelverton, BSc, PhD

6173120387

cyelverton@mgh.harvard.edu

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Kell Lopez, BS

6177320589

klopez5@bwh.harvard.edu

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