Ivermectin to Prevent SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Hospitalisation in Subjects Over 50
Summary
The primary objective of this study is to assess the efficacy of early administration of ivermectin for three consecutive days to prevent SARS-CoV-2 hospitalisation in adults older than 50 years of age. Secondary objectives include assessing the efficacy of an early administration of ivermectin for three consecutive days to prevent SARS-CoV-2 disease progression in adults older than 50 years of age and evaluating the safety and tolerability of ivermectin in SARS-CoV-2 infected adults older than 50 years of age.
Timeline
- Start
- 2021-01-18
- Primary completion
- 2021-07-21
- Completion
- 2021-07-21
Outcome
Outcome not reported
Stopped (Enrollment): “Study was stopped because no statistically significant difference was observed in the interim analysis. With high vaccine rates in those over 50 and an expected low incidence, it would not be feasible to complete recruitment within a short period.”
Drugs
| Evaluation | Drug | Modality | Dose | Route |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Subject | Ivermectin | Small molecule | 600 ug/kg | Oral |