Improving drug safety and effectiveness for children
NICHD HUMAN BIOSPECIMEN REPOSITORY- REPOSITORY SERVICES FOR THE BEST PHARMACEUTICALS FOR CHILDREN ACT (BPCA) AND PEDIATRIC TRIALS NETWORK (PTN)
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · FISHER BIOSERVICES, INC. · NIH-11194920
This study is all about making sure that kids get the right doses and safe medications, especially since they often use drugs that aren't specifically approved for them, and it involves collecting samples from young patients to help improve how we understand and treat their health needs.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | FISHER BIOSERVICES, INC. (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (ROCKVILLE, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11194920 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on addressing the lack of adequate dosing and safety information for pharmaceuticals used in children, who are often treated with off-label medications. The project is part of the Best Pharmaceuticals for Children Act (BPCA) and involves collecting and storing biological samples from pediatric patients to support future studies. By analyzing these biospecimens, researchers aim to enhance the understanding of how drugs affect children, ultimately leading to better treatment options. The Pediatric Trials Network conducts clinical trials to gather this critical data.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation include children aged 0-11 years who may require pharmaceutical treatments.
Not a fit: Patients outside the age range of 0-11 years or those not requiring medication may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to safer and more effective medications specifically designed for children.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in improving pediatric drug formulations and safety through similar biospecimen collection approaches.
Where this research is happening
ROCKVILLE, UNITED STATES
- FISHER BIOSERVICES, INC. — ROCKVILLE, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: MARTIN, BRITTANY — FISHER BIOSERVICES, INC.
- Study coordinator: MARTIN, BRITTANY
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 below.