Observational study of Azvudine for treating COVID-19 pneumonia

Efficacy and Safety of Azvudine in the Treatment of Patients With Corona Virus Disease (COVID-19) Pneumonia in China: an Multi-center Observational, Ambispective Cohort, Real-world Study

Qianfoshan Hospital · NCT05621993

This study tests how well Azvudine works and how safe it is for people with COVID-19 pneumonia by looking at different ways it can be used.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment500 (estimated)
Ages18 Years to 75 Years
SexAll
SponsorQianfoshan Hospital (other)
Locations1 site (Jinan, Shandong)
Trial IDNCT05621993 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This multicenter, ambispective observational cohort study focuses on patients diagnosed with COVID-19 pneumonia. Participants will be divided into four groups based on the timing and conditions of Azvudine treatment. The study aims to evaluate the efficacy and safety of Azvudine in these patients. By analyzing different treatment approaches, the study seeks to provide insights into optimal management strategies for COVID-19 pneumonia.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates include patients with a confirmed diagnosis of COVID-19 pneumonia who can take medication orally.

Not a fit: Patients with severe vomiting, other active systemic infections, or those on specific antiviral treatments may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could improve treatment outcomes for patients suffering from COVID-19 pneumonia.

How similar studies have performed: Other studies have explored treatments for COVID-19, but the specific use of Azvudine in this context is less common, making this approach somewhat novel.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Patients with confirmed diagnosis of COVID-19 pneumonia
* Patients with the ability to take medication orally

Exclusion Criteria:

* Severe vomiting and difficulty in taking oral medication or ingestion of drugs after oral administration
* Suspected or confirmed active systemic infection other than COVID-19 pneumonia
* Pregnant or lactating women
* Patients with mental disorders
* Patients with severe liver damage
* Patients who are treated with small molecule drugs such as Nirmatrelvir Tablets/Ritonavir Tablets(co-packaged)
* Patients who are treated with RNA-dependent RNA polymerase (RDRP) inhibitors (Junshipharma VV116, Ascletis Pharma Inc. Asc10, Kexing biopharm Shen26, and Molnupiravir).

Where this trial is running

Jinan, Shandong

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.

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Conditions: COVID-19 Respiratory Infection

Last reviewed 2026-05-15 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.