This study aims to compare the effectiveness of two treatments for children with acute otitis media (middle ear infection). The two treatments being compared are amoxicillin alone and a combination of amoxicillin plus clavulanic acid. The study will help determine which treatment works better in helping children recover faster and reduce the risk of treatment failure or recurrence. By providing clearer evidence, the research aims to guide better treatment choices for children suffering from this common infection.
This study will evaluate the effectiveness of two antibiotic treatments in children diagnosed with acute otitis media, a common ear infection. The two treatments being compared are amoxicillin alone and a combination of amoxicillin and clavulanic acid. Acute otitis media is a significant health concern in children, causing pain, fever, and possible hearing loss. The study will be conducted as a randomized controlled trial at the Department of Pediatric Medicine, Nishtar Hospital, Multan. A total of 162 children, aged 1 to 5 years, will be enrolled in the study. They will be randomly assigned to one of two treatment groups: one group will receive amoxicillin, and the other group will receive amoxicillin plus clavulanic acid. The children will be monitored throughout their treatment to assess how quickly their symptoms resolve, whether they experience treatment failure or recurrence, and if they develop any side effects. The study aims to provide clearer evidence on the efficacy of the combination treatment (amoxicillin + clavulanic acid) compared to amoxicillin alone. By analyzing treatment outcomes such as symptom resolution time, side effects, and recurrence, the study will help inform clinical decisions and improve treatment protocols for acute otitis media in pediatric patients. The data will be analyzed using statistical software to determine whether the combination therapy leads to faster recovery and fewer complications. The findings from this study will contribute to better management of upper respiratory infections in children.
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
NONE
Enrollment
162
Participants in this group will receive oral amoxicillin at a dosage of 30mg/kg/day. The treatment will be administered in divided doses for the duration of the study, with the aim of resolving symptoms of acute otitis media in children.
Participants in this group will receive a combination of oral amoxicillin and clavulanic acid at a dosage of 30mg/kg/day. The medication will be given in divided doses, and participants will be monitored for symptom resolution and any potential side effects.
Time to Symptom Resolution (in Days)
How Measured: The number of days it takes for the symptoms of acute otitis media (fever, ear pain, bulging tympanic membrane) to completely resolve after starting treatment will be recorded. Participants will be assessed daily until the resolution of symptoms. The assessment will be made by the treating physician based on clinical signs observed through otoscopy and patient-reported outcomes (such as pain relief). Criteria for Resolution: Symptoms are considered resolved when the child no longer experiences ear pain, fever, or any other signs of infection. The tympanic membrane will appear normal during otoscopy, with no visible bulging or signs of fluid accumulation.
Time frame: From enrollment to the resolution of symptoms, assessed daily until symptoms are resolved, up to a maximum of 4 weeks.
Number of Participants with Treatment Failure
Treatment failure is defined as the failure to resolve symptoms within 4 weeks of starting treatment. If symptoms persist or worsen despite the antibiotic treatment, the physician will classify the case as treatment failure and change the antibiotic regimen.
Time frame: Assessed at 4 weeks from the start of treatment.
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