drugset / Trial / NCT00552799
RCT to Investigate if Prophylactic Antibiotics Prevent Further Episodes of Cellulitis (Erysipelas) of the Leg
Phase 4
Completed
274 enrolled
University of Nottingham
Action Medical Research · collabUK Dermatology Clinical Trials Network · collab
RandomizedParallel-groupQuadruple-blindPrevention
Summary
To assess whether a period of prophylactic penicillin after an episode of cellulitis of the leg reduces the risk of repeat episodes. Participants are randomised to receive 12 months of prophylaxis (penicillin VK 250mg b.d. or placebo). The PATCH I study will recruit only patients with recurrent disease.
Timeline
- Start
- 2006-07
- Primary completion
- 2011-11
- Completion
- 2011-11
Drugs
| Evaluation | Drug | Modality | Dose | Route |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Subject | Penicillin V | Small molecule | 250 mg | Oral |