drugset / Trial / NCT00841074
Chlorhexidine & Pneumonia in Nursing Home Residents
Phase 1
Completed
75 enrolled
University of Louisville
National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR) · collab
RandomizedParallel-groupQuadruple-blindPrevention
Summary
The purpose of this study is determine if topical oral application of a chlorhexidine antimicrobial spray will significantly reduce pneumonia and respiratory infections, and improve oral health compared to a placebo solution in nursing home residents.
Timeline
- Start
- 2006-01
- Primary completion
- 2011-07
- Completion
- 2011-07
Drugs
| Evaluation | Drug | Modality | Dose | Route |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Subject | Chlorhexidine | Small molecule | 0.12 % | Oral |
| Subject | Chlorhexidine | Small molecule | 1.3 ml | Oral |