Doxycycline Prophylaxis for Prevention of Sexually Transmitted Infections

Recruiting Phase 4 Interventional Study
Gonorrhea Chlamydia Syphilis Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs)
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
13 – 29
Sex
Female
Trial phase
Phase 4
Study type
Interventional
Purpose
Prevention
Participants needed
760 (estimated)
Sponsor
Westat · Other
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About This Trial

The goal of this open-label, randomized trial is to assess the efficacy of doxycycline prophylaxis in reducing incidences of bacterial sexually transmitted infections (STIs) among adolescent and young adult females while also evaluating acceptability and antimicrobial resistance in order to inform public health policy.

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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Age 13-29 years, inclusive; * Self-reports GC, CT, and/or early syphilis diagnosis in the 12 months prior to screening; * Self-reports condomless (oral, vaginal, and/or anal) intercourse at least once in the 30 days prior to screening * Is at least 45 kilograms (99.2 pounds) i…
Contacts

Nancy Liu

718-980-3937

NancyLiu@westat.com

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Erin Ricketts

240-453-2786

ErinRicketts@westat.com

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