Comprehensive overview of COVID-19 clinical trials #MMPMID32515404
Ejaz K; Kauser T; Siddiqa A
J Pak Med Assoc 2020[May]; 70(Suppl 3) (5): S158-S161 PMID32515404show ga
Here, we present an overview of the clinical trials that are currently being conducted or have concluded to date on COVID-19 globally. A comprehensive search was conducted to present 16 trial registries from around the world. Collectively, there are 1,528 trials reported for COVID-19 to date. Out of them, 50 studies included paediatric age group from day 0 to less than or equal to 18 years of age. A few 18 studies involve only females and 20 only males. There are 2 trials currently underway in Bangladesh, 4 in Pakistan and 13 in India. Overall, 940 trials are related to medicines and/or interventions. They include standard of care for any viral illness, antivirals, anti-inflammatory and immune altering medications. Two out of 10 vaccine trials are novel vaccines. It is knowledgeable and resourceful to reach out to the concerned sponsor if a physician thinks his patient can benefit from the trials in the region.
J+Pak+Med+Assoc 2020 ; 70(Suppl 3) (5): S158-S161
