Caspofungin for Pneumocystis Pneumonia in PLWHIV. (NCT06691321)
Efficacy of Caspofungin for Pneumocystis Jirovecii Pneumonia in People Living With HIV/AIDS.
🩺 Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)
Pneumocystis jirovecii pneumonia is a significant concern in peaple with HIV/AIDS, often severe and potentially fatal. While trimethoprim/sulfamethoxazole remains the primary treatment, safety concerns exist with alternative options. Research on Pneumocystis jirovecii's beta-D glucan composition has prompted investigations into echinocandins like caspofungin, showing promise in murine models and some positive results in human studies. Evaluating caspofungin's efficacy through observational studies is crucial due to safety advantages over current treatments and limited documented data.
Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.
Location: Center for Research in Infectious Diseases (CIENI) — Mexico City, Tlalpan
Age range: 18 Years to 60 Years
📋 "Do I Qualify?" — 1-Minute Self Screener
Instant ChecklistFull eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria ↗
📍 All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)
- Center for Research in Infectious Diseases (CIENI) — Mexico City, Tlalpan
📞 Contact the Study Coordinator
Phone: (+52 55) 5940 2110
Email: xavier.flores@cieni.org.mx
Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.
💰 Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights
- 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
- Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA § 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
- Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.
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💡 How to Participate
- Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
- Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
- Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
- Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.