Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Interventional Ages 18 and up

Population pharmacokinetics of rifampicin in staphylococcal osteoarticular infections

Official title: Population Pharmacokinetic Model of Rifampicin in Staphylococcal Osteoarticular Infections

Run by Groupe Hospitalier Diaconesses Croix Saint-Simon · NCT07788404 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study tests how rifampicin behaves in the body of adults with staphylococcal osteoarticular infections when given with levofloxacin or ciprofloxacin, to see how drug exposure relates to tolerance and outcomes.

Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment40 (estimated)
SponsorGroupe Hospitalier Diaconesses Croix Saint-Simon
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Paris, Paris)
StatusRecruiting
StartedJune 10, 2023
Main results expectedJune 2028
Study endsJune 2029
Registry record updatedAugust 26, 2026
Trial IDNCT07788404 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Adults (18+) with staphylococcal prosthetic joint infection, chronic osteomyelitis, or native joint infection that is susceptible to rifampicin and levofloxacin or ciprofloxacin and requires combined medico-surgical treatment.

Probably not a fit

Patients with septic shock, rifampicin contraindications, severe renal failure on dialysis, or inability to consent may not benefit from this pharmacokinetic modeling.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This interventional study aims to develop a population pharmacokinetic model for oral rifampicin in adults undergoing medico-surgical treatment for staphylococcal OAIs, including prosthetic joint infections and osteomyelitis. The project also evaluates the pharmacokinetics of the partner antibiotic (levofloxacin or ciprofloxacin) and explores how exposure metrics relate to safety and tolerance. Blood samples are collected at multiple time points to characterize drug concentrations, with modeling performed using NONMEM to identify covariates that explain variability. A 12-month follow-up will assess relapse, tolerance, and microbiological outcomes. The study emphasizes pharmacokinetic understanding to optimize dosing in this patient population.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, the model could guide more accurate rifampicin dosing in OAIs to improve efficacy and reduce toxicity.

How similar studies have gone: Prior PK work supports population modeling for antibiotics in complex infections, but this exact rifampicin plus partner-agent PopPK in OAIs is novel.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Patient informed about the study and signed written consent obtained
* Male or female participant aged 18 years or older
* Staphylococcal osteoarticular infection (prosthetic joint infection of hip, knee, or shoulder; chronic osteomyelitis; or native joint infection) susceptible to rifampicin and levofloxacin or ciprofloxacin
* Indication for combined medico-surgical treatment of the osteoarticular infection

Exclusion Criteria:

* Septic shock requiring vasopressor support
* Prior rifampicin treatment within 1 month preceding inclusion
* Contraindication to rifampicin (known allergy, major drug interaction, or hepatic cirrhosis)
* End-stage renal disease on chronic dialysis
* Pregnant or breastfeeding woman
* Adult patient unable or unfit to give informed consent
* Subject deprived of liberty by judicial or administrative decision
* Subject not affiliated with or beneficiary of a national social security scheme

Where it's running

  • Groupe hospitalier Diaconesses Croix Saint Simon
    Paris, Paris, France
    Recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
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