Comparing the safety of antibiotics for common infections during pregnancy
Official title: Comparative Safety of Antibiotics for Common Bacterial Infections During Pregnancy
Funded at Brigham and Women's Hospital · NIH-11093362 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how safe different antibiotics are for pregnant women who need treatment for common infections, like urinary tract or respiratory infections, to help doctors choose the best options for their patients.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Brigham and Women's Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project start | September 2, 2022 |
| Project end | May 31, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $562,036 |
| NIH project number | 5R01HD107759-04 |
| Project ID | NIH-11093362 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include pregnant women who are experiencing bacterial infections and may require antibiotic treatment.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not pregnant or those who do not have bacterial infections may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the safety of various antibiotics used to treat common bacterial infections in pregnant women, such as urinary tract infections and respiratory infections. It aims to gather comprehensive data on the risks and benefits of these antibiotics to help healthcare providers make informed decisions about treatment. By analyzing existing safety data and potential adverse outcomes, the study seeks to clarify which antibiotics are safest for use during pregnancy. This is particularly important as many women may require antibiotics during this critical time.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to safer antibiotic prescribing practices for pregnant women, reducing the risk of adverse outcomes for both mothers and their babies.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown varying results regarding the safety of antibiotics during pregnancy, indicating that this area requires further investigation.
Where this research is happening
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Brigham and Women's Hospital
Boston, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Zhu, Yanmin — Brigham and Women's Hospital
- Study coordinator: Zhu, Yanmin
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About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.