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Study identifier: NCT04521803 Synced from ClinicalTrials.gov · July 29, 2026
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High vs. Standard Dose Rifampicin for Effusive Tuberculous Pericarditis

Condition: Tuberculous Pericarditis · HIV Status  ·  Sponsor: University of Cape Town

PhasePhase 2
Planned participants60
Who can joinAll sexes, 18 Years to no upper limit
Healthy volunteersNo

About this study

The investigators hypothesise that high dose RIF (RIF35) will increase pericardial fluid RIF exposure and so enhance mycobacterial clearance, compared to standard of care dosing (RIF10). This Phase 2b randomized, placebo-controlled, double-blinded trial will evaluate the efficacy and safety of RIF 35mg/kg compared 10mg/kg, added to standard first-line ATT, for the treatment of PCTB.

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Mpumi U Maxebengula, BCom  ·  0727633386  ·  mpumi.maxebengula@uct.ac.za

Kishal Maxebengula, Dr  ·  +27732515380  ·  kishal.lukhna@uct.ac.za

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Locations (2)

Nelson Mandela Academic HospitalMthatha, Eastern Cape, South AfricaNot Yet Recruiting
Groote Schuur HospitalCape Town, Western Cape, South AfricaRecruiting

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