Evaluate Azithromycin Plus Chloroquine And Sulfadoxine Plus Pyrimethamine Combinations For Intermittent Preventive Treatment Of Falciparum Malaria Infection In Pregnant Women In Africa

Sponsor
Pfizer (Industry)
Overall Status
Terminated
CT.gov ID
NCT01103063
Collaborator
London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine (Other), Medicines for Malaria Venture (Other)
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Study Details

Study Description

Brief Summary

The primary objective is to establish superiority of AZCQ over SP in protective efficacy for IPTp as measured by the proportion of subjects with sub-optimal pregnancy outcome.

Condition or Disease Intervention/Treatment Phase
Phase 3

Detailed Description

After interim analysis of efficacy data by an External Data Monitoring Committee, this study was terminated. Investigators were notified on 22 Aug 2013. There were no safety concerns that led to this termination.

Study Design

Study Type:
Interventional
Actual Enrollment :
2891 participants
Allocation:
Randomized
Intervention Model:
Parallel Assignment
Masking:
None (Open Label)
Primary Purpose:
Prevention
Official Title:
A Phase 3, Open Label, Randomized, Comparative Study To Evaluate Azithromycin Plus Chloroquine And Sulfadoxine Plus Pyrimethamine Combinations For Intermittent Preventive Treatment Of Falciparum Malaria Infection In Pregnant Women In Africa
Study Start Date :
Oct 1, 2010
Actual Primary Completion Date :
Oct 1, 2013
Actual Study Completion Date :
Nov 1, 2013

Arms and Interventions

Arm Intervention/Treatment
Experimental: AZCQ

Azithromycin/chloroquine

Drug: Azithromycin plus chloroquine
combination tablet of 250mg azithromycin/155 chloroquine, Once daily PO for three days per treatment. There are total 3 treatments at 4-8 weeks intervals. The first treatment course will be administered during the second trimester (14-26 weeks of gestation as confirmed by ultrasound). The last treatment course should be given to subjects prior to or during 36 weeks of gestation.

Active Comparator: SP

sulfadoxine-pyrimethamine (Fansidar)

Drug: sulfadoxine-pyrimethamine
Fansidar tablet (500 mg sulfadoxine /25 mg pyrimethamine), once daily, PO, single dose per treatment. There are total 3 treatments at 4-8 weeks intervals. The first treatment course will be administered during the second trimester (14-26 weeks of gestation as confirmed by ultrasound). The last treatment course should be given to subjects prior to or during 36 weeks of gestation.
Other Names:
  • Fansidar
  • Outcome Measures

    Primary Outcome Measures

    1. Percentage Participants With Sub-optimal Pregnancy Outcome in Intent-to-Treat (IIT) Population [Approximately 40 weeks of gestational age]

      Adverse pregnancy outcomes were defined as live-borne neonate (singleton) with low birth weight (LBW) (<2,500 g), premature births (<37 weeks as confirmed by the Ballard score), abortion (≤28 weeks), still birth (>28 weeks), lost to follow-up prior to termination of pregnancy or delivery, or missing birth weight of the neonates.

    Secondary Outcome Measures

    1. Percentage of Participants With Sub-optimal Pregnancy Outcome in Efficacy Analyzable Per Protocol (PP) Population [Approximately 40 weeks of gestational age]

      Adverse pregnancy outcomes were defined as live-borne neonate (singleton) with LBW (<2,500g), premature births (<37 weeks as confirmed by the Ballard score), abortion (≤28 weeks), still birth (>28 weeks), lost to follow-up prior to termination of pregnancy or delivery, or missing birth weight of the neonates.

    2. Percentage of Neonates With LBW (<2500 g) in ITT Population [Approximately 40 weeks of gestational age]

      LBW was defined as live birth weight <2500 g (up to and including 2499 g).

    3. Percentage of Neonates With LBW (<2500 g) in Efficacy Analyzable PP Population [Approximately 40 weeks of gestational age]

      LBW was defined as live birth weight <2500 g (up to and including 2499 g).

    4. Percentage of Participants With Severe Maternal Anemia (Hemoglobin [Hb] <8 g/dL) at 36-38 Weeks of Gestation [At 36-38 weeks of gestation.]

      Severe maternal anemia was defined as Hb <8 g/dL.

    5. Percentage of Participants With Maternal Anemia (Hb <11 g/dL) at 36-38 Weeks of Gestation [At 36-38 weeks of gestation.]

      Anemia was defined as Hb <11 g/dL.

    6. Percentage of Participants With Placental Parasitemia at Delivery [Approximately 40 weeks of gestational age]

      Participants with placental parasitemia at delivery were diagnosed using Placental blood smear at birth from participants who deliver at hospital.

    7. Percentage of Participants With Placental Malaria at Delivery Based on Histology [Approximately 40 weeks of gestational age]

      Participants positive for placental malaria at delivery were evaluated based on placental histology.

    8. Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Episodes Per Participant [Approximately 40 weeks of gestational age .]

      Number of episodes of sexually transmitted infection episodes per participant were noted. The STI's including Treponema pallidum, Neisseria gonorrhoeae, Chlamydia trachomatis, from first dose to delivery (diagnosis was based on clinical presentation and lab results).

    9. Percentage of Participants With Sub-optimal Pregnancy Outcome Including Neonatal Death and Congenital Malformation [Approximately 40 weeks of gestational age.]

      Sub-optimal pregnancy outcome including neonatal deaths and congenital malformations, defined as any of the following: live-borne neonate (singleton) with low birth-weight (or LBW for short, defined as live birth weight <2,500g), premature birth (<37 weeks), abortion (≤28 weeks), still birth (>28 weeks), neonatal death, congenital malformation, lost to follow-up prior to termination of pregnancy or delivery, or missing birth weight of the neonates.

    10. Change From Baseline to 36-38 Weeks of Gestation in Hb Concentration. [Baseline, at 36-38 weeks of gestation.]

      Change from Baseline to 36-38 weeks of gestation in Hb concentration was noted.

    11. Percentage of Neonates With Congenital Abnormalities at Birth [Approximately 40 weeks of gestational age.]

      Neonates with congenital abnormalities at birth were noted.

    12. Percentage of Perinatal or Neonatal Deaths [Day 28 after delivery.]

      Percentage of perinatal or neonatal deaths were noted.

    13. Birth Weight of Live Borne Neonate [Approximately 40 weeks of gestational age.]

      Birth weight of live borne neonates were calculated in grams.

    14. Number of Episodes of Symptomatic Malaria Per Participant From First Intermittent Preventive Treatment of Falciparum Dose to Delivery [Approximately 40 weeks of gestational age]

      This outcome measure determined if an episode of malaria started within the time period of first dose to delivery. Clinical episode of malaria was determined if the participant presented with clinical symptoms of malaria (fever >37.5°C, oral) and diagnosed (either by rapid diagnostic tests or microscopy) with malaria.

    15. Percentage of Participants Requiring Additional Treatment for Symptomatic Malaria From First Dose to Delivery [Approximately 40 weeks of gestational age]

      This outcome measure evaluated the participants requiring additional treatments for malaria during the study period following the first dose (diagnosed based on clinical presentation and/or lab test results).

    16. Percentage of Participants With Peripheral Parasitemia at 36-38 Weeks of Gestation [At 36-38 weeks of gestation]

      This outcome measure evaluated the percentage of participants positive for peripheral parasitemia at 36-38 weeks of gestation. A participant was positive for parasitemia if the number of asexual parasites per μL was >0.

    17. Percentage of Participants With Peripheral Parasitemia at Delivery [Approximately 40 weeks of gestational age]

      This outcome measure evaluated the percentage of participants positive for peripheral parasitemia at delivery. A participant was positive for parasitemia if the number of asexual parasites per μL was >0.

    18. Percentage of Participants With Cord Blood Parasitemia at Delivery [Approximately 40 weeks of gestational age]

      This outcome measure evaluated the percentage of participants positive for cord blood parasitemia at delivery. A participant was positive for parasitemia if the number of asexual parasites per μL was >0.

    19. Percentage of Participants With Sexually Transmitted Infections From First Dose to 36-38 Weeks of Gestation [Upto 36-38 weeks of gestation]

      Sexual transmitted disease included Treponema pallidum, Neisseria gonorrhoeae, and Chlamydia trachomatis infections. This was diagnosed based on clinical presentation prior to Week 36-38 and/or lab test results between Week 36-38.

    20. Percentage of Participants With Chlamydia Trachomatis Infection at 36-38 Weeks of Gestation [At 36-38 weeks of gestation]

      Participants positive for Chlamydia trachomatis infection was diagnosed based on laboratory result at 36-38 weeks of gestation. A vaginal swab was collected and PCR assay was used for analysis.

    21. Percentage of Participants With Neisseria Gonorrhoeae Infection at 36-38 Weeks of Gestation [At 36-38 weeks of gestation]

      Participants positive for Neisseria gonorrhoeae infection was diagnosed based on laboratory result at 36-38 weeks of gestation. A vaginal swab was collected and PCR assay was used for analysis.

    22. Percentage of Participants With Treponema Pallidum Infection at 36-38 Weeks of Gestation [At 36-38 weeks of gestation]

      Participants positive for Treponema pallidum infection was diagnosed based on laboratory result at 36-38 weeks of gestation. Treponema Pallidum particle Agglutination Assay was used.

    23. Percentage of Participants With Trichomonas Vaginalis Infection at 36-38 Weeks of Gestation [At 36-38 weeks of gestation]

      Participants positive for Trichomonas vaginalis infection was diagnosed based on laboratory result at 36-38 weeks of gestation. A vaginal swab was collected for the laboratory test.

    24. Percentage of Participants With Bacterial Vaginosis Infection at 36-38 Weeks of Gestation. [At 36-38 weeks of gestation]

      Bacterial vaginosis was diagnosed based on laboratory result at 36-38 weeks of gestation. A vaginal swab was collected for the Gram staining.

    25. Percentage of Neonates With Ophthalmia Neonatorum at Birth Period [Approximately 40 weeks of gestational age]

      Ophthalmia neonatorum was diagnosed at birth. The laboratory diagnosis was performed among neonates with purulent discharge.

    26. Percentage of Participants With Bacterial Infections Including Pneumonia and Other Lower Respiratory Tract Infections From First Dose to Delivery [Up to approximately 40 weeks of gestational age]

      Participants positive for bacterial infections including other lower respiratory tract infections were measured anytime from first dose administration to delivery.

    27. Percentage of Participants With Pre-eclampsia From Week 20 to Delivery [From Week 20 to approximately 40 weeks of gestational age]

      Pre-eclampsia was diagnosed as systolic blood pressure of at least 140 mmHg and/or diastolic blood pressure of at least 90 mmHg on two separate readings taken at least 4 hours apart and proteinuria at least 300 mg protein in a 24 hour urine collection.

    28. Nasopharyngeal Swabs Positive for Macrolide Resistant Streptococcus Pneumoniae [Visits 6 and 7]

      This outcome measure evaluated the Streptococcus pneumoniae sensitivity against macrolide antibiotics.

    29. Nasopharyngeal Swabs Positive for Penicillin Resistant Streptococcus Pneumoniae [Visits 6 and 7]

      This outcome measure evaluated the Streptococcus pneumoniae sensitivity against penicillin antibiotics.

    Eligibility Criteria

    Criteria

    Ages Eligible for Study:
    16 Years to 35 Years
    Sexes Eligible for Study:
    Female
    Accepts Healthy Volunteers:
    Yes
    Inclusion Criteria:
    • Pregnant women (all gravidae) with ≥14 and ≤26 weeks of gestational age (by ultrasound).

    • Evidence of a personally signed and dated informed consent/assent document. Assent will be obtained from subjects <18 years of age.

    • Subjects who are willing to and able to comply with scheduled visits, treatment plan, laboratory tests, and other study procedures.

    • Subjects who are available for follow up at delivery and on 28 days post delivery.

    Exclusion Criteria:
    • Age <16 years old or >35 years old.

    • Multiple gestations as per the ultrasound at screening.

    • Clinical symptoms of malaria.

    • Hemoglobin < 8 g/dL (at enrollment).

    • Any condition requiring hospitalization at enrollment.

    • History of convulsions, hypertension, diabetes or any other chronic illness that may adversely affect fetal growth and viability.

    • Inability to tolerate oral treatment in tablet form.

    • Known allergy to the study drugs (azithromycin, chloroquine, and sulfadoxine-pyrimethamine) or to any macrolides or sulphonamides.

    • Requirement to use medication during the study that might interfere with the evaluation of the study drug eg, trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole use in subjects positive for HIV infection.

    • Other severe acute or chronic medical or psychiatric condition or laboratory abnormality that may increase the risk associated with study participation.

    • Evidence of current obstetric complications that may adversely impact the pregnancy and/or fetal outcomes, including presence of congenital anomalies, placenta previa or abruption.

    • Known severe Sickle Cell (SS) disease or Sickle Hemoglobin C (SC) anemia.

    • Known family history of prolonged QT Syndrome, serious ventricular arrhythmia, or sudden cardiac death.

    Contacts and Locations

    Locations

    Site City State Country Postal Code
    1 Centre de Santé d'AHOUANSORI-AGUE Cotonou Benin
    2 Hôpital Bethesda Cotonou Benin
    3 Siaya District Hospital Siaya Kenya
    4 Zomba Central Hospital Zomba Malawi
    5 Teule Hospital Muheza Tanga Tanzania
    6 Bugando Medical Centre Mwanza Tanzania 1903
    7 Nyamagana District Hospital, c/o National Institute for Medical Research, Mwanza Centre Mwanza Tanzania
    8 Nyamagana District Hospital Mwanza Tanzania
    9 Mulago Hospital Complex Kampala Uganda

    Sponsors and Collaborators

    • Pfizer
    • London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine
    • Medicines for Malaria Venture

    Investigators

    • Study Director: Pfizer CT.gov Call Center, Pfizer

    Study Documents (Full-Text)

    None provided.

    More Information

    Additional Information:

    Publications

    None provided.
    Responsible Party:
    Pfizer
    ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier:
    NCT01103063
    Other Study ID Numbers:
    • A0661158
    First Posted:
    Apr 13, 2010
    Last Update Posted:
    Jun 16, 2015
    Last Verified:
    May 1, 2015

    Study Results

    Participant Flow

    Recruitment Details This Phase 3, open label, randomized, parallel group study screened a total of 3259 participants in 6 sites. A total of 2891 were treated either with azithromycin+chloroquine or sulfadoxine+pyrimethamine.
    Pre-assignment Detail Pregnant women (all gravidae) with ≥14 and ≤26 weeks of gestational age were to be enrolled in this study. Approximately half of the participants were to be primigravidae and secundigravidae pregnant women since they had a higher risk for suboptimal pregnancy outcomes due to malaria.
    Arm/Group Title Azithromycin + Chloroquine Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine
    Arm/Group Description The participants received 1000 mg Azithromycin (AZ) and 620 mg of Chloroquine (CQ) base (4 combination tablets of AZCQ with individual strength of 250 mg/155 mg), by mouth once daily for 3 days (Days 0, 1, 2) per treatment. There were a total of 3 treatments at 4-8 week intervals. The participants received sulfadoxine-pyrimethamine (SP) (Fansidar) treatment course: 1500 mg sulfadoxine and 75 mg pyrimethamine (3 fixed tablets of SP strength at 500 mg/25 mg), single oral dose on Day 0 of each treatment. There were a total of 3 treatments at 4-8 week intervals.
    Period Title: Overall Study
    STARTED 1446 1445
    COMPLETED 969 1024
    NOT COMPLETED 477 421

    Baseline Characteristics

    Arm/Group Title Azithromycin + Chloroquine Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine Total
    Arm/Group Description The participants received 1000 mg Azithromycin (AZ) and 620 mg of Chloroquine (CQ) base (4 combination tablets of AZCQ with individual strength of 250 mg/155 mg), by mouth once daily for 3 days (Days 0, 1, 2) per treatment. There were a total of 3 treatments at 4-8 week intervals. The participants received sulfadoxine-pyrimethamine (SP) (Fansidar) treatment course: 1500 mg sulfadoxine and 75 mg pyrimethamine (3 fixed tablets of SP strength at 500 mg/25 mg), single oral dose on Day 0 of each treatment. There were a total of 3 treatments at 4-8 week intervals. Total of all reporting groups
    Overall Participants 1446 1445 2891
    Age (Years) [Mean (Standard Deviation) ]
    Mean (Standard Deviation) [Years]
    23.3
    (4.5)
    23.3
    (4.6)
    23.3
    (4.6)
    Sex: Female, Male (Count of Participants)
    Female
    1446
    100%
    1445
    100%
    2891
    100%
    Male
    0
    0%
    0
    0%
    0
    0%

    Outcome Measures

    1. Primary Outcome
    Title Percentage Participants With Sub-optimal Pregnancy Outcome in Intent-to-Treat (IIT) Population
    Description Adverse pregnancy outcomes were defined as live-borne neonate (singleton) with low birth weight (LBW) (<2,500 g), premature births (<37 weeks as confirmed by the Ballard score), abortion (≤28 weeks), still birth (>28 weeks), lost to follow-up prior to termination of pregnancy or delivery, or missing birth weight of the neonates.
    Time Frame Approximately 40 weeks of gestational age

    Outcome Measure Data

    Analysis Population Description
    ITT set was used which consisted of participants who were randomized, received at least one dose of study medication (Day 0 at Visit 1 was considered the first dose of study medication), and who had a single fetus.
    Arm/Group Title Azithromycin + Chloroquine Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine
    Arm/Group Description The participants received 1000 mg Azithromycin (AZ) and 620 mg of Chloroquine (CQ) base (4 combination tablets of AZCQ with individual strength of 250 mg/155 mg), by mouth once daily for 3 days (Days 0, 1, 2) per treatment. There were a total of 3 treatments at 4-8 week intervals. The participants received sulfadoxine-pyrimethamine (SP) (Fansidar) treatment course: 1500 mg sulfadoxine and 75 mg pyrimethamine (3 fixed tablets of SP strength at 500 mg/25 mg), single oral dose on Day 0 of each treatment. There were a total of 3 treatments at 4-8 week intervals.
    Measure Participants 1445 1445
    Number (95% Confidence Interval) [Percentage of participants]
    26.16
    1.8%
    23.67
    1.6%
    Statistical Analysis 1
    Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Azithromycin + Chloroquine, Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine
    Comments The 2-sided P-value tests the null hypothesis that the relative risk equals 1 (treatment group equality) versus not equal 1.
    Type of Statistical Test Superiority or Other
    Comments
    Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.12237
    Comments Mantel-Haenszel estimate of the common relative risk is presented, adjusting for randomization strata. A relative risk less than 1 favors Azithromycin + Chloroquine treatment group (reduction in risk for the endpoint)
    Method Mantel Haenszel
    Comments
    Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter Risk Ratio (RR)
    Estimated Value 1.11
    Confidence Interval (2-Sided) 95%
    0.97 to 1.25
    Parameter Dispersion Type: Standard Deviation
    Value: 0.0647
    Estimation Comments The estimated risk ratio is presented along with its standard error (SE), with the SE on the log(e) scale.
    2. Secondary Outcome
    Title Percentage of Participants With Sub-optimal Pregnancy Outcome in Efficacy Analyzable Per Protocol (PP) Population
    Description Adverse pregnancy outcomes were defined as live-borne neonate (singleton) with LBW (<2,500g), premature births (<37 weeks as confirmed by the Ballard score), abortion (≤28 weeks), still birth (>28 weeks), lost to follow-up prior to termination of pregnancy or delivery, or missing birth weight of the neonates.
    Time Frame Approximately 40 weeks of gestational age

    Outcome Measure Data

    Analysis Population Description
    Subset of ITT participants: outcome or withdrawal occurred on or before 8/27/2013 (date of study termination), compliant with study medication, birth weight measured on or before 7 days after birth if not already a failure, and did not switch to standard of care.
    Arm/Group Title Azithromycin + Chloroquine Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine
    Arm/Group Description The participants received 1000 mg Azithromycin (AZ) and 620 mg of Chloroquine (CQ) base (4 combination tablets of AZCQ with individual strength of 250 mg/155 mg), by mouth once daily for 3 days (Days 0, 1, 2) per treatment. There were a total of 3 treatments at 4-8 week intervals. The participants received sulfadoxine-pyrimethamine (SP) (Fansidar) treatment course: 1500 mg sulfadoxine and 75 mg pyrimethamine (3 fixed tablets of SP strength at 500 mg/25 mg), single oral dose on Day 0 of each treatment. There were a total of 3 treatments at 4-8 week intervals.
    Measure Participants 1089 1176
    Number (95% Confidence Interval) [Percentage of Participants]
    10.38
    0.7%
    10.12
    0.7%
    Statistical Analysis 1
    Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Azithromycin + Chloroquine, Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine
    Comments The 2-sided P-value tests the null hypothesis that the relative risk equals 1 (treatment group equality) versus not equal 1.
    Type of Statistical Test Superiority or Other
    Comments
    Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.84117
    Comments Mantel-Haenszel estimate of the common relative risk is presented, adjusting for randomization strata. A relative risk less than 1 favors Azithromycin + Chloroquine treatment group (reduction in risk for the endpoint)
    Method Mantel Haenszel
    Comments
    Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter Risk Ratio (RR)
    Estimated Value 1.03
    Confidence Interval (2-Sided) 95%
    0.80 to 1.31
    Parameter Dispersion Type: Standard Deviation
    Value: 0.1243
    Estimation Comments The estimated risk ratio is presented along with its SE, with the SE on the log(e) scale.
    3. Secondary Outcome
    Title Percentage of Neonates With LBW (<2500 g) in ITT Population
    Description LBW was defined as live birth weight <2500 g (up to and including 2499 g).
    Time Frame Approximately 40 weeks of gestational age

    Outcome Measure Data

    Analysis Population Description
    ITT set was used which consisted of participants who were randomized, received at least one dose of study medication (Day 0 at Visit 1 was considered the first dose of study medication), and who had a single fetus. N=Total live births.
    Arm/Group Title Azithromycin + Chloroquine Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine
    Arm/Group Description The participants received 1000 mg Azithromycin (AZ) and 620 mg of Chloroquine (CQ) base (4 combination tablets of AZCQ with individual strength of 250 mg/155 mg), by mouth once daily for 3 days (Days 0, 1, 2) per treatment. There were a total of 3 treatments at 4-8 week intervals. The participants received sulfadoxine-pyrimethamine (SP) (Fansidar) treatment course: 1500 mg sulfadoxine and 75 mg pyrimethamine (3 fixed tablets of SP strength at 500 mg/25 mg), single oral dose on Day 0 of each treatment. There were a total of 3 treatments at 4-8 week intervals.
    Measure Participants 1140 1190
    Number (95% Confidence Interval) [Percentage of neonates]
    5.01
    5.72
    Statistical Analysis 1
    Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Azithromycin + Chloroquine, Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine
    Comments The 2-sided P-value tests the null hypothesis that the relative risk equals 1 (treatment group equality) versus not equal 1.
    Type of Statistical Test Superiority or Other
    Comments
    Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.4428
    Comments Mantel-Haenszel estimate of the common relative risk is presented, adjusting for randomization strata. A relative risk less than 1 favors Azithromycin + Chloroquine treatment group (reduction in risk for the endpoint).
    Method Mantel Haenszel
    Comments
    Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter Risk Ratio (RR)
    Estimated Value 0.87
    Confidence Interval (2-Sided) 95%
    0.62 to 1.23
    Parameter Dispersion Type: Standard Deviation
    Value: 0.1745
    Estimation Comments The estimated risk ratio is presented along with its standard error (SE), with the SE on the log(e) scale.
    4. Secondary Outcome
    Title Percentage of Neonates With LBW (<2500 g) in Efficacy Analyzable PP Population
    Description LBW was defined as live birth weight <2500 g (up to and including 2499 g).
    Time Frame Approximately 40 weeks of gestational age

    Outcome Measure Data

    Analysis Population Description
    Subset of ITT participants: outcome or withdrawal occurred on or before 8/27/2013 (date of study termination), compliant with study medication, birth weight measured on or before 7 days after birth if not already a failure, and did not switch to standard of care. N=Total Live Births.
    Arm/Group Title Azithromycin + Chloroquine Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine
    Arm/Group Description The participants received 1000 mg Azithromycin (AZ) and 620 mg of Chloroquine (CQ) base (4 combination tablets of AZCQ with individual strength of 250 mg/155 mg), by mouth once daily for 3 days (Days 0, 1, 2) per treatment. There were a total of 3 treatments at 4-8 week intervals. The participants received sulfadoxine-pyrimethamine (SP) (Fansidar) treatment course: 1500 mg sulfadoxine and 75 mg pyrimethamine (3 fixed tablets of SP strength at 500 mg/25 mg), single oral dose on Day 0 of each treatment. There were a total of 3 treatments at 4-8 week intervals.
    Measure Participants 1041 1134
    Number (95% Confidence Interval) [Percentage of neonates]
    4.72
    5.21
    Statistical Analysis 1
    Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Azithromycin + Chloroquine, Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine
    Comments The 2-sided P-value tests the null hypothesis that the relative risk equals 1 (treatment group equality) versus not equal 1.
    Type of Statistical Test Superiority or Other
    Comments
    Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.6086
    Comments Mantel-Haenszel estimate of the common relative risk is presented, adjusting for randomization strata. A relative risk less than 1 favors Azithromycin + Chloroquine treatment group (reduction in risk for the endpoint).
    Method Mantel Haenszel
    Comments
    Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter Risk Ratio (RR)
    Estimated Value 0.91
    Confidence Interval (2-Sided) 95%
    0.63 to 1.31
    Parameter Dispersion Type: Standard Deviation
    Value: 0.1882
    Estimation Comments The estimated risk ratio is presented along with its standard error (SE), with the SE on the log(e) scale.
    5. Secondary Outcome
    Title Percentage of Participants With Severe Maternal Anemia (Hemoglobin [Hb] <8 g/dL) at 36-38 Weeks of Gestation
    Description Severe maternal anemia was defined as Hb <8 g/dL.
    Time Frame At 36-38 weeks of gestation.

    Outcome Measure Data

    Analysis Population Description
    ITT set was used which consisted of participants who were randomized, received at least one dose of study medication (Day 0 at Visit 1 was considered the first dose of study medication), and who had a single fetus. N=Number of participants with Hb measurement at 36-38 weeks gestation.
    Arm/Group Title Azithromycin + Chloroquine Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine
    Arm/Group Description The participants received 1000 mg Azithromycin (AZ) and 620 mg of Chloroquine (CQ) base (4 combination tablets of AZCQ with individual strength of 250 mg/155 mg), by mouth once daily for 3 days (Days 0, 1, 2) per treatment. There were a total of 3 treatments at 4-8 week intervals. The participants received sulfadoxine-pyrimethamine (SP) (Fansidar) treatment course: 1500 mg sulfadoxine and 75 mg pyrimethamine (3 fixed tablets of SP strength at 500 mg/25 mg), single oral dose on Day 0 of each treatment. There were a total of 3 treatments at 4-8 week intervals.
    Measure Participants 1222 1299
    Number (95% Confidence Interval) [Percentage of participants]
    1.80
    0.1%
    2.00
    0.1%
    Statistical Analysis 1
    Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Azithromycin + Chloroquine, Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine
    Comments The 2-sided P-value tests the null hypothesis that the relative risk equals 1 (treatment group equality) versus not equal 1.
    Type of Statistical Test Superiority or Other
    Comments
    Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.7035
    Comments Mantel-Haenszel estimate of the common relative risk is presented, adjusting for randomization strata. A relative risk less than 1 favors Azithromycin + Chloroquine treatment group (reduction in risk for the endpoint).
    Method Mantel Haenszel
    Comments
    Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter Risk Ratio (RR)
    Estimated Value 0.90
    Confidence Interval (2-Sided) 95%
    0.51 to 1.57
    Parameter Dispersion Type: Standard Deviation
    Value: 0.2866
    Estimation Comments The estimated risk ratio is presented along with its standard error (SE), with the SE on the log(e) scale.
    6. Secondary Outcome
    Title Percentage of Participants With Maternal Anemia (Hb <11 g/dL) at 36-38 Weeks of Gestation
    Description Anemia was defined as Hb <11 g/dL.
    Time Frame At 36-38 weeks of gestation.

    Outcome Measure Data

    Analysis Population Description
    ITT set was used which consisted of participants who were randomized, received at least one dose of study medication (Day 0 at Visit 1 was considered the first dose of study medication), and who had a single fetus. N=Number of participants with Hb measurement at 36-38 weeks gestation.
    Arm/Group Title Azithromycin + Chloroquine Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine
    Arm/Group Description The participants received 1000 mg Azithromycin (AZ) and 620 mg of Chloroquine (CQ) base (4 combination tablets of AZCQ with individual strength of 250 mg/155 mg), by mouth once daily for 3 days (Days 0, 1, 2) per treatment. There were a total of 3 treatments at 4-8 week intervals. The participants received sulfadoxine-pyrimethamine (SP) (Fansidar) treatment course: 1500 mg sulfadoxine and 75 mg pyrimethamine (3 fixed tablets of SP strength at 500 mg/25 mg), single oral dose on Day 0 of each treatment. There were a total of 3 treatments at 4-8 week intervals.
    Measure Participants 1222 1299
    Number (95% Confidence Interval) [Percentage of Participants]
    50.57
    3.5%
    49.11
    3.4%
    Statistical Analysis 1
    Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Azithromycin + Chloroquine, Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine
    Comments The 2-sided P-value tests the null hypothesis that the relative risk equals 1 (treatment group equality) versus not equal 1.
    Type of Statistical Test Superiority or Other
    Comments
    Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.4605
    Comments Mantel-Haenszel estimate of the common relative risk is presented, adjusting for randomization strata. A relative risk less than 1 favors Azithromycin + Chloroquine treatment group (reduction in risk for the endpoint).
    Method Mantel Haenszel
    Comments
    Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter Risk Ratio (RR)
    Estimated Value 1.03
    Confidence Interval (2-Sided) 95%
    0.95 to 1.11
    Parameter Dispersion Type: Standard Deviation
    Value: 0.0400
    Estimation Comments The estimated risk ratio is presented along with its standard error (SE), with the SE on the log(e) scale.
    7. Secondary Outcome
    Title Percentage of Participants With Placental Parasitemia at Delivery
    Description Participants with placental parasitemia at delivery were diagnosed using Placental blood smear at birth from participants who deliver at hospital.
    Time Frame Approximately 40 weeks of gestational age

    Outcome Measure Data

    Analysis Population Description
    ITT set was used which consisted of participants who were randomized, received at least one dose of study medication (Day 0 at Visit 1 was considered the first dose of study medication), and who had a single fetus. N=Number of participants with placental parasite counts at delivery.
    Arm/Group Title Azithromycin + Chloroquine Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine
    Arm/Group Description The participants received 1000 mg Azithromycin (AZ) and 620 mg of Chloroquine (CQ) base (4 combination tablets of AZCQ with individual strength of 250 mg/155 mg), by mouth once daily for 3 days (Days 0, 1, 2) per treatment. There were a total of 3 treatments at 4-8 week intervals. The participants received sulfadoxine-pyrimethamine (SP) (Fansidar) treatment course: 1500 mg sulfadoxine and 75 mg pyrimethamine (3 fixed tablets of SP strength at 500 mg/25 mg), single oral dose on Day 0 of each treatment. There were a total of 3 treatments at 4-8 week intervals.
    Measure Participants 1019 1076
    Number (95% Confidence Interval) [Percentage of participants]
    5.30
    0.4%
    5.67
    0.4%
    Statistical Analysis 1
    Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Azithromycin + Chloroquine, Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine
    Comments The 2-sided P-value tests the null hypothesis that the relative risk equals 1 (treatment group equality) versus not equal 1.
    Type of Statistical Test Superiority or Other
    Comments
    Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.7105
    Comments Mantel-Haenszel estimate of the common relative risk is presented, adjusting for randomization strata. A relative risk less than 1 favors Azithromycin + Chloroquine treatment group (reduction in risk for the endpoint).
    Method Mantel Haenszel
    Comments
    Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter Risk Ratio (RR)
    Estimated Value 0.93
    Confidence Interval (2-Sided) 95%
    0.65 to 1.33
    Parameter Dispersion Type: Standard Deviation
    Value: 0.1817
    Estimation Comments The estimated risk ratio is presented along with its standard error (SE), with the SE on the log(e) scale.
    8. Secondary Outcome
    Title Percentage of Participants With Placental Malaria at Delivery Based on Histology
    Description Participants positive for placental malaria at delivery were evaluated based on placental histology.
    Time Frame Approximately 40 weeks of gestational age

    Outcome Measure Data

    Analysis Population Description
    ITT set was used which consisted of participants who were randomized, received at least one dose of study medication (Day 0 at Visit 1 was considered the first dose of study medication), and who had a single fetus. N=Number of participants with a histology parasite evaluation at delivery.
    Arm/Group Title Azithromycin + Chloroquine Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine
    Arm/Group Description The participants received 1000 mg Azithromycin (AZ) and 620 mg of Chloroquine (CQ) base (4 combination tablets of AZCQ with individual strength of 250 mg/155 mg), by mouth once daily for 3 days (Days 0, 1, 2) per treatment. There were a total of 3 treatments at 4-8 week intervals. The participants received sulfadoxine-pyrimethamine (SP) (Fansidar) treatment course: 1500 mg sulfadoxine and 75 mg pyrimethamine (3 fixed tablets of SP strength at 500 mg/25 mg), single oral dose on Day 0 of each treatment. There were a total of 3 treatments at 4-8 week intervals.
    Measure Participants 1040 1100
    Number (95% Confidence Interval) [Percentage of participants]
    4.81
    0.3%
    5.73
    0.4%
    Statistical Analysis 1
    Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Azithromycin + Chloroquine, Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine
    Comments The 2-sided P-value tests the null hypothesis that the relative risk equals 1 (treatment group equality) versus not equal 1.
    Type of Statistical Test Superiority or Other
    Comments
    Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.3468
    Comments Mantel-Haenszel estimate of the common relative risk is presented, adjusting for randomization strata. A relative risk less than 1 favors Azithromycin + Chloroquine treatment group (reduction in risk for the endpoint).
    Method Mantel Haenszel
    Comments
    Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter Risk Ratio (RR)
    Estimated Value 0.84
    Confidence Interval (2-Sided) 95%
    0.59 to 1.21
    Parameter Dispersion Type: Standard Deviation
    Value: 0.1842
    Estimation Comments The estimated risk ratio is presented along with its standard error (SE), with the SE on the log(e) scale.
    9. Secondary Outcome
    Title Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Episodes Per Participant
    Description Number of episodes of sexually transmitted infection episodes per participant were noted. The STI's including Treponema pallidum, Neisseria gonorrhoeae, Chlamydia trachomatis, from first dose to delivery (diagnosis was based on clinical presentation and lab results).
    Time Frame Approximately 40 weeks of gestational age .

    Outcome Measure Data

    Analysis Population Description
    ITT set was used which consisted of participants who were randomized, received at least one dose of study medication (Day 0 at Visit 1 was considered the first dose of study medication), and who had a single fetus. N=Number of participants with available data.
    Arm/Group Title Azithromycin + Chloroquine Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine
    Arm/Group Description The participants received 1000 mg Azithromycin (AZ) and 620 mg of Chloroquine (CQ) base (4 combination tablets of AZCQ with individual strength of 250 mg/155 mg), by mouth once daily for 3 days (Days 0, 1, 2) per treatment. There were a total of 3 treatments at 4-8 week intervals. The participants received sulfadoxine-pyrimethamine (SP) (Fansidar) treatment course: 1500 mg sulfadoxine and 75 mg pyrimethamine (3 fixed tablets of SP strength at 500 mg/25 mg), single oral dose on Day 0 of each treatment. There were a total of 3 treatments at 4-8 week intervals.
    Measure Participants 1445 1445
    Least Squares Mean (95% Confidence Interval) [Number of episodes]
    0.14
    0.19
    Statistical Analysis 1
    Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Azithromycin + Chloroquine, Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine
    Comments The 2-sided P-value tests the null hypothesis that the mean difference is 0 (treatment group equality) versus not equal 0.
    Type of Statistical Test Superiority or Other
    Comments
    Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.0011
    Comments Analysis based on an ANOVA model with model terms for treatment group and randomization stratification variable. A negative mean difference between treatment groups favors Azithromycin + Chloroquine (reduction in number of STIs).
    Method ANOVA
    Comments
    Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter Mean Difference (Final Values)
    Estimated Value -0.05
    Confidence Interval (2-Sided) 95%
    -0.08 to -0.02
    Parameter Dispersion Type: Standard Error of the Mean
    Value: 0.02
    Estimation Comments
    10. Secondary Outcome
    Title Percentage of Participants With Sub-optimal Pregnancy Outcome Including Neonatal Death and Congenital Malformation
    Description Sub-optimal pregnancy outcome including neonatal deaths and congenital malformations, defined as any of the following: live-borne neonate (singleton) with low birth-weight (or LBW for short, defined as live birth weight <2,500g), premature birth (<37 weeks), abortion (≤28 weeks), still birth (>28 weeks), neonatal death, congenital malformation, lost to follow-up prior to termination of pregnancy or delivery, or missing birth weight of the neonates.
    Time Frame Approximately 40 weeks of gestational age.

    Outcome Measure Data

    Analysis Population Description
    ITT set was used which consisted of participants who were randomized, received at least one dose of study medication (Day 0 at Visit 1 was considered the first dose of study medication), and who had a single fetus. N=Total Outcomes.
    Arm/Group Title Azithromycin + Chloroquine Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine
    Arm/Group Description The participants received 1000 mg Azithromycin (AZ) and 620 mg of Chloroquine (CQ) base (4 combination tablets of AZCQ with individual strength of 250 mg/155 mg), by mouth once daily for 3 days (Days 0, 1, 2) per treatment. There were a total of 3 treatments at 4-8 week intervals. The participants received sulfadoxine-pyrimethamine (SP) (Fansidar) treatment course: 1500 mg sulfadoxine and 75 mg pyrimethamine (3 fixed tablets of SP strength at 500 mg/25 mg), single oral dose on Day 0 of each treatment. There were a total of 3 treatments at 4-8 week intervals.
    Measure Participants 1445 1445
    Number (95% Confidence Interval) [Percentage of participants]
    28.51
    2%
    26.51
    1.8%
    Statistical Analysis 1
    Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Azithromycin + Chloroquine, Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine
    Comments The 2-sided P-value tests the null hypothesis that the relative risk equals 1 (treatment group equality) versus not equal 1.
    Type of Statistical Test Superiority or Other
    Comments
    Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.2265
    Comments Mantel-Haenszel estimate of the common relative risk is presented, adjusting for randomization strata. A relative risk less than 1 favors Azithromycin + Chloroquine treatment group (reduction in risk for the endpoint).
    Method Mantel Haenszel
    Comments
    Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter Risk Ratio (RR)
    Estimated Value 1.08
    Confidence Interval (2-Sided) 95%
    0.96 to 1.21
    Parameter Dispersion Type: Standard Deviation
    Value: 0.0604
    Estimation Comments The estimated risk ratio is presented along with its standard error (SE), with the SE on the log(e) scale.
    11. Secondary Outcome
    Title Change From Baseline to 36-38 Weeks of Gestation in Hb Concentration.
    Description Change from Baseline to 36-38 weeks of gestation in Hb concentration was noted.
    Time Frame Baseline, at 36-38 weeks of gestation.

    Outcome Measure Data

    Analysis Population Description
    ITT set was used which consisted of participants who were randomized, received at least one dose of study medication (Day 0 at Visit 1 was considered the first dose of study medication), and who had a single fetus. N=Number of participants with available data.
    Arm/Group Title Azithromycin + Chloroquine Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine
    Arm/Group Description The participants received 1000 mg Azithromycin (AZ) and 620 mg of Chloroquine (CQ) base (4 combination tablets of AZCQ with individual strength of 250 mg/155 mg), by mouth once daily for 3 days (Days 0, 1, 2) per treatment. There were a total of 3 treatments at 4-8 week intervals. The participants received sulfadoxine-pyrimethamine (SP) (Fansidar) treatment course: 1500 mg sulfadoxine and 75 mg pyrimethamine (3 fixed tablets of SP strength at 500 mg/25 mg), single oral dose on Day 0 of each treatment. There were a total of 3 treatments at 4-8 week intervals.
    Measure Participants 1221 1298
    Least Squares Mean (95% Confidence Interval) [g/dL]
    0.13
    0.27
    Statistical Analysis 1
    Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Azithromycin + Chloroquine, Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine
    Comments The 2-sided P-value tests the null hypothesis that the mean difference is 0 (treatment group equality) versus not equal 0.
    Type of Statistical Test Superiority or Other
    Comments
    Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.0131
    Comments Analysis based on an ANCOVA model with model terms for baseline value, treatment group and randomization stratification variable.
    Method ANCOVA
    Comments
    Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter Mean Difference (Final Values)
    Estimated Value -0.14
    Confidence Interval (2-Sided) 95%
    -0.24 to -0.03
    Parameter Dispersion Type: Standard Error of the Mean
    Value: 0.05
    Estimation Comments
    12. Secondary Outcome
    Title Percentage of Neonates With Congenital Abnormalities at Birth
    Description Neonates with congenital abnormalities at birth were noted.
    Time Frame Approximately 40 weeks of gestational age.

    Outcome Measure Data

    Analysis Population Description
    ITT set was used which consisted of participants who were randomized, received at least one dose of study medication (Day 0 at Visit 1 was considered the first dose of study medication), and who had a single fetus. N=Number of total live births.
    Arm/Group Title Azithromycin + Chloroquine Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine
    Arm/Group Description The participants received 1000 mg Azithromycin (AZ) and 620 mg of Chloroquine (CQ) base (4 combination tablets of AZCQ with individual strength of 250 mg/155 mg), by mouth once daily for 3 days (Days 0, 1, 2) per treatment. There were a total of 3 treatments at 4-8 week intervals. The participants received sulfadoxine-pyrimethamine (SP) (Fansidar) treatment course: 1500 mg sulfadoxine and 75 mg pyrimethamine (3 fixed tablets of SP strength at 500 mg/25 mg), single oral dose on Day 0 of each treatment. There were a total of 3 treatments at 4-8 week intervals.
    Measure Participants 1140 1190
    Number (95% Confidence Interval) [Percentage of neonates]
    2.19
    2.44
    Statistical Analysis 1
    Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Azithromycin + Chloroquine, Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine
    Comments The 2-sided P-value tests the null hypothesis that the relative risk equals 1 (treatment group equality) versus not equal 1.
    Type of Statistical Test Superiority or Other
    Comments
    Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.6978
    Comments Mantel-Haenszel estimate of the common relative risk is presented, adjusting for randomization strata. A relative risk less than 1 favors Azithromycin + Chloroquine treatment group (reduction in risk for the endpoint).
    Method Mantel Haenszel
    Comments
    Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter Risk Ratio (RR)
    Estimated Value 0.90
    Confidence Interval (2-Sided) 95%
    0.53 to 1.53
    Parameter Dispersion Type: Standard Deviation
    Value: 0.2694
    Estimation Comments The estimated risk ratio is presented along with its SE, with the SE on the log(e) scale.
    13. Secondary Outcome
    Title Percentage of Perinatal or Neonatal Deaths
    Description Percentage of perinatal or neonatal deaths were noted.
    Time Frame Day 28 after delivery.

    Outcome Measure Data

    Analysis Population Description
    ITT set was used which consisted of participants who were randomized, received at least one dose of study medication (Day 0 at Visit 1 was considered the first dose of study medication), and who had a single fetus. N=Number of total live births.
    Arm/Group Title Azithromycin + Chloroquine Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine
    Arm/Group Description The participants received 1000 mg Azithromycin (AZ) and 620 mg of Chloroquine (CQ) base (4 combination tablets of AZCQ with individual strength of 250 mg/155 mg), by mouth once daily for 3 days (Days 0, 1, 2) per treatment. There were a total of 3 treatments at 4-8 week intervals. The participants received sulfadoxine-pyrimethamine (SP) (Fansidar) treatment course: 1500 mg sulfadoxine and 75 mg pyrimethamine (3 fixed tablets of SP strength at 500 mg/25 mg), single oral dose on Day 0 of each treatment. There were a total of 3 treatments at 4-8 week intervals.
    Measure Participants 1140 1190
    Number (95% Confidence Interval) [Percentage of neonates]
    2.19
    1.85
    Statistical Analysis 1
    Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Azithromycin + Chloroquine, Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine
    Comments The 2-sided P-value tests the null hypothesis that the relative risk equals 1 (treatment group equality) versus not equal 1.
    Type of Statistical Test Superiority or Other
    Comments
    Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.6542
    Comments Mantel-Haenszel estimate of the common relative risk is presented, adjusting for randomization strata. A relative risk less than 1 favors Azithromycin + Chloroquine treatment group (reduction in risk for the endpoint).
    Method Mantel Haenszel
    Comments
    Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter Risk Ratio (RR)
    Estimated Value 1.14
    Confidence Interval (2-Sided) 95%
    0.64 to 2.01
    Parameter Dispersion Type: Standard Deviation
    Value: 0.2908
    Estimation Comments The estimated risk ratio is presented along with its SE, with the SE on the log(e) scale.
    14. Secondary Outcome
    Title Birth Weight of Live Borne Neonate
    Description Birth weight of live borne neonates were calculated in grams.
    Time Frame Approximately 40 weeks of gestational age.

    Outcome Measure Data

    Analysis Population Description
    ITT set was used which consisted of participants who were randomized, received at least one dose of study medication (Day 0 at Visit 1 was considered the first dose of study medication), and who had a single fetus. N=Number of live births with available data.
    Arm/Group Title Azithromycin + Chloroquine Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine
    Arm/Group Description The participants received 1000 mg Azithromycin (AZ) and 620 mg of Chloroquine (CQ) base (4 combination tablets of AZCQ with individual strength of 250 mg/155 mg), by mouth once daily for 3 days (Days 0, 1, 2) per treatment. There were a total of 3 treatments at 4-8 week intervals. The participants received sulfadoxine-pyrimethamine (SP) (Fansidar) treatment course: 1500 mg sulfadoxine and 75 mg pyrimethamine (3 fixed tablets of SP strength at 500 mg/25 mg), single oral dose on Day 0 of each treatment. There were a total of 3 treatments at 4-8 week intervals.
    Measure Participants 1138 1188
    Least Squares Mean (95% Confidence Interval) [grams]
    3148.3
    3146.2
    Statistical Analysis 1
    Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Azithromycin + Chloroquine, Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine
    Comments The 2-sided P-value tests the null hypothesis that the mean difference is 0 (treatment group equality) versus not equal 0.
    Type of Statistical Test Superiority or Other
    Comments
    Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.9145
    Comments Analysis based on an ANOVA model with model terms for treatment group and randomization stratification variable.
    Method ANOVA
    Comments
    Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter Mean Difference (Final Values)
    Estimated Value 2.1
    Confidence Interval (2-Sided) 95%
    -36.5 to 40.8
    Parameter Dispersion Type: Standard Error of the Mean
    Value: 19.71
    Estimation Comments
    15. Secondary Outcome
    Title Number of Episodes of Symptomatic Malaria Per Participant From First Intermittent Preventive Treatment of Falciparum Dose to Delivery
    Description This outcome measure determined if an episode of malaria started within the time period of first dose to delivery. Clinical episode of malaria was determined if the participant presented with clinical symptoms of malaria (fever >37.5°C, oral) and diagnosed (either by rapid diagnostic tests or microscopy) with malaria.
    Time Frame Approximately 40 weeks of gestational age

    Outcome Measure Data

    Analysis Population Description
    ITT set was used which consisted of participants who were randomized, received at least one dose of study medication (Day 0 at Visit 1 is considered the first dose of study medication), and who had a single fetus.
    Arm/Group Title Azithromycin + Chloroquine Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine
    Arm/Group Description The participants received 1000 mg Azithromycin (AZ) and 620 mg of Chloroquine (CQ) base (4 combination tablets of AZCQ with individual strength of 250 mg/155 mg), by mouth once daily for 3 days (Days 0, 1, 2) per treatment. There were a total of 3 treatments at 4-8 week intervals. The participants received sulfadoxine-pyrimethamine (SP) (Fansidar) treatment course: 1500 mg sulfadoxine and 75 mg pyrimethamine (3 fixed tablets of SP strength at 500 mg/25 mg), single oral dose on Day 0 of each treatment. There were a total of 3 treatments at 4-8 week intervals.
    Measure Participants 1445 1445
    Least Squares Mean (95% Confidence Interval) [Number of episodes]
    0.06
    0.13
    Statistical Analysis 1
    Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Azithromycin + Chloroquine, Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine
    Comments The 2-sided P-value tests the null hypothesis that the mean difference is 0 (treatment group equality) versus not equal 0.
    Type of Statistical Test Superiority or Other
    Comments
    Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value <0.0001
    Comments Analysis based on an ANOVA model with model terms for treatment group and randomization stratification variable. A negative mean difference between treatment groups favors Azithromycin + Chloroquine (reduction in number of symptomatic malaria).
    Method ANOVA
    Comments
    Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter Mean Difference (Final Values)
    Estimated Value -0.07
    Confidence Interval (2-Sided) 95%
    -0.09 to -0.04
    Parameter Dispersion Type: Standard Error of the Mean
    Value: 0.01
    Estimation Comments
    16. Secondary Outcome
    Title Percentage of Participants Requiring Additional Treatment for Symptomatic Malaria From First Dose to Delivery
    Description This outcome measure evaluated the participants requiring additional treatments for malaria during the study period following the first dose (diagnosed based on clinical presentation and/or lab test results).
    Time Frame Approximately 40 weeks of gestational age

    Outcome Measure Data

    Analysis Population Description
    ITT set was used which consisted of participants who were randomized, received at least one dose of study medication (Day 0 at Visit 1 is considered the first dose of study medication), and who had a single fetus.
    Arm/Group Title Azithromycin + Chloroquine Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine
    Arm/Group Description The participants received 1000 mg Azithromycin (AZ) and 620 mg of Chloroquine (CQ) base (4 combination tablets of AZCQ with individual strength of 250 mg/155 mg), by mouth once daily for 3 days (Days 0, 1, 2) per treatment. There were a total of 3 treatments at 4-8 week intervals. The participants received sulfadoxine-pyrimethamine (SP) (Fansidar) treatment course: 1500 mg sulfadoxine and 75 mg pyrimethamine (3 fixed tablets of SP strength at 500 mg/25 mg), single oral dose on Day 0 of each treatment. There were a total of 3 treatments at 4-8 week intervals.
    Measure Participants 1445 1445
    Number (95% Confidence Interval) [Percentage of participants]
    5.74
    0.4%
    10.52
    0.7%
    Statistical Analysis 1
    Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Azithromycin + Chloroquine, Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine
    Comments The 2-sided P-value tests the null hypothesis that the relative risk equals 1 (treatment group equality) versus not equal 1.
    Type of Statistical Test Superiority or Other
    Comments
    Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value <0.0001
    Comments Mantel-Haenszel estimate of the common relative risk is presented, adjusting for randomization strata. A relative risk less than 1 favors Azithromycin + Chloroquine treatment group (reduction in risk for the endpoint).
    Method Mantel Haenszel
    Comments
    Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter Risk Ratio (RR)
    Estimated Value 0.49
    Confidence Interval (2-Sided) 95%
    0.38 to 0.62
    Parameter Dispersion Type: Standard Deviation
    Value: 0.1221
    Estimation Comments The estimated risk ratio is presented along with its standard error (SE), with the SE on the log(e) scale.
    17. Secondary Outcome
    Title Percentage of Participants With Peripheral Parasitemia at 36-38 Weeks of Gestation
    Description This outcome measure evaluated the percentage of participants positive for peripheral parasitemia at 36-38 weeks of gestation. A participant was positive for parasitemia if the number of asexual parasites per μL was >0.
    Time Frame At 36-38 weeks of gestation

    Outcome Measure Data

    Analysis Population Description
    ITT set was used which consisted of participants who were randomized, received at least one dose of study medication (Day 0 at Visit 1 is considered the first dose of study medication), and who had a single fetus. N = Number of participants with peripheral blood smear parasite counts at 36-38 weeks of gestation.
    Arm/Group Title Azithromycin + Chloroquine Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine
    Arm/Group Description The participants received 1000 mg Azithromycin (AZ) and 620 mg of Chloroquine (CQ) base (4 combination tablets of AZCQ with individual strength of 250 mg/155 mg), by mouth once daily for 3 days (Days 0, 1, 2) per treatment. There were a total of 3 treatments at 4-8 week intervals. The participants received sulfadoxine-pyrimethamine (SP) (Fansidar) treatment course: 1500 mg sulfadoxine and 75 mg pyrimethamine (3 fixed tablets of SP strength at 500 mg/25 mg), single oral dose on Day 0 of each treatment. There were a total of 3 treatments at 4-8 week intervals.
    Measure Participants 1069 1142
    Number (95% Confidence Interval) [Percentage of participants]
    2.71
    0.2%
    4.38
    0.3%
    Statistical Analysis 1
    Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Azithromycin + Chloroquine, Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine
    Comments The 2-sided P-value tests the null hypothesis that the relative risk equals 1 (treatment group equality) versus not equal 1.
    Type of Statistical Test Superiority or Other
    Comments
    Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.0360
    Comments Mantel-Haenszel estimate of the common relative risk is presented, adjusting for randomization strata. A relative risk less than 1 favors Azithromycin + Chloroquine treatment group (reduction in risk for the endpoint).
    Method Mantel Haenszel
    Comments
    Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter Risk Ratio (RR)
    Estimated Value 0.62
    Confidence Interval (2-Sided) 95%
    0.39 to 0.97
    Parameter Dispersion Type: Standard Deviation
    Value: 0.2295
    Estimation Comments The estimated risk ratio is presented along with its SE, with the SE on the log(e) scale.
    18. Secondary Outcome
    Title Percentage of Participants With Peripheral Parasitemia at Delivery
    Description This outcome measure evaluated the percentage of participants positive for peripheral parasitemia at delivery. A participant was positive for parasitemia if the number of asexual parasites per μL was >0.
    Time Frame Approximately 40 weeks of gestational age

    Outcome Measure Data

    Analysis Population Description
    ITT set was used which consisted of participants who were randomized, received at least one dose of study medication (Day 0 at Visit 1 is considered the first dose of study medication), and who had a single fetus. N = Number of participants with peripheral blood smear parasite counts at delivery.
    Arm/Group Title Azithromycin + Chloroquine Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine
    Arm/Group Description The participants received 1000 mg Azithromycin (AZ) and 620 mg of Chloroquine (CQ) base (4 combination tablets of AZCQ with individual strength of 250 mg/155 mg), by mouth once daily for 3 days (Days 0, 1, 2) per treatment. There were a total of 3 treatments at 4-8 week intervals. The participants received sulfadoxine-pyrimethamine (SP) (Fansidar) treatment course: 1500 mg sulfadoxine and 75 mg pyrimethamine (3 fixed tablets of SP strength at 500 mg/25 mg), single oral dose on Day 0 of each treatment. There were a total of 3 treatments at 4-8 week intervals.
    Measure Participants 1025 1086
    Number (95% Confidence Interval) [Percentage of participants]
    6.05
    0.4%
    7.46
    0.5%
    Statistical Analysis 1
    Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Azithromycin + Chloroquine, Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine
    Comments The 2-sided P-value tests the null hypothesis that the relative risk equals 1 (treatment group equality) versus not equal 1.
    Type of Statistical Test Superiority or Other
    Comments
    Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.1975
    Comments Mantel-Haenszel estimate of the common relative risk is presented, adjusting for randomization strata. A relative risk less than 1 favors Azithromycin + Chloroquine treatment group (reduction in risk for the endpoint).
    Method Mantel Haenszel
    Comments
    Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter Risk Ratio (RR)
    Estimated Value 0.81
    Confidence Interval (2-Sided) 95%
    0.59 to 1.12
    Parameter Dispersion Type: Standard Deviation
    Value: 0.1630
    Estimation Comments The estimated risk ratio is presented along with its standard error (SE), with the SE on the log(e) scale.
    19. Secondary Outcome
    Title Percentage of Participants With Cord Blood Parasitemia at Delivery
    Description This outcome measure evaluated the percentage of participants positive for cord blood parasitemia at delivery. A participant was positive for parasitemia if the number of asexual parasites per μL was >0.
    Time Frame Approximately 40 weeks of gestational age

    Outcome Measure Data

    Analysis Population Description
    ITT set was used which consisted of participants who were randomized, received at least one dose of study medication (Day 0 at Visit 1 is considered the first dose of study medication), and who had a single fetus. N = Number of participants with cord blood smear parasite counts at delivery.
    Arm/Group Title Azithromycin + Chloroquine Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine
    Arm/Group Description The participants received 1000 mg Azithromycin (AZ) and 620 mg of Chloroquine (CQ) base (4 combination tablets of AZCQ with individual strength of 250 mg/155 mg), by mouth once daily for 3 days (Days 0, 1, 2) per treatment. There were a total of 3 treatments at 4-8 week intervals. The participants received sulfadoxine-pyrimethamine (SP) (Fansidar) treatment course: 1500 mg sulfadoxine and 75 mg pyrimethamine (3 fixed tablets of SP strength at 500 mg/25 mg), single oral dose on Day 0 of each treatment. There were a total of 3 treatments at 4-8 week intervals.
    Measure Participants 1015 1072
    Number (95% Confidence Interval) [Percentage of participants]
    0.49
    0%
    0.75
    0.1%
    Statistical Analysis 1
    Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Azithromycin + Chloroquine, Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine
    Comments The 2-sided P-value tests the null hypothesis that the relative risk equals 1 (treatment group equality) versus not equal 1.
    Type of Statistical Test Superiority or Other
    Comments
    Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.4655
    Comments Mantel-Haenszel estimate of the common relative risk is presented, adjusting for randomization strata. A relative risk less than 1 favors Azithromycin + Chloroquine treatment group (reduction in risk for the endpoint).
    Method Mantel Haenszel
    Comments
    Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter Risk Ratio (RR)
    Estimated Value 0.66
    Confidence Interval (2-Sided) 95%
    0.22 to 2.01
    Parameter Dispersion Type: Standard Deviation
    Value: 0.5675
    Estimation Comments The estimated risk ratio is presented along with its SE, with the SE on the log(e) scale.
    20. Secondary Outcome
    Title Percentage of Participants With Sexually Transmitted Infections From First Dose to 36-38 Weeks of Gestation
    Description Sexual transmitted disease included Treponema pallidum, Neisseria gonorrhoeae, and Chlamydia trachomatis infections. This was diagnosed based on clinical presentation prior to Week 36-38 and/or lab test results between Week 36-38.
    Time Frame Upto 36-38 weeks of gestation

    Outcome Measure Data

    Analysis Population Description
    ITT set was used which consisted of participants who were randomized, received at least one dose of study medication (Day 0 at Visit 1 is considered the first dose of study medication), and who had a single fetus.
    Arm/Group Title Azithromycin + Chloroquine Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine
    Arm/Group Description The participants received 1000 mg Azithromycin (AZ) and 620 mg of Chloroquine (CQ) base (4 combination tablets of AZCQ with individual strength of 250 mg/155 mg), by mouth once daily for 3 days (Days 0, 1, 2) per treatment. There were a total of 3 treatments at 4-8 week intervals. The participants received sulfadoxine-pyrimethamine (SP) (Fansidar) treatment course: 1500 mg sulfadoxine and 75 mg pyrimethamine (3 fixed tablets of SP strength at 500 mg/25 mg), single oral dose on Day 0 of each treatment. There were a total of 3 treatments at 4-8 week intervals.
    Measure Participants 1445 1445
    Number (95% Confidence Interval) [Percentage of participants]
    12.32
    0.9%
    16.47
    1.1%
    Statistical Analysis 1
    Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Azithromycin + Chloroquine, Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine
    Comments The 2-sided P-value tests the null hypothesis that the relative risk equals 1 (treatment group equality) versus not equal 1.
    Type of Statistical Test Superiority or Other
    Comments
    Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.0016
    Comments Mantel-Haenszel estimate of the common relative risk is presented, adjusting for randomization strata. A relative risk less than 1 favors Azithromycin + Chloroquine treatment group (reduction in risk for the endpoint).
    Method Mantel Haenszel
    Comments
    Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter Risk Ratio (RR)
    Estimated Value 0.75
    Confidence Interval (2-Sided) 95%
    0.62 to 0.90
    Parameter Dispersion Type: Standard Deviation
    Value: 0.0918
    Estimation Comments The estimated risk ratio is presented along with its standard error (SE), with the SE on the log(e) scale.
    21. Secondary Outcome
    Title Percentage of Participants With Chlamydia Trachomatis Infection at 36-38 Weeks of Gestation
    Description Participants positive for Chlamydia trachomatis infection was diagnosed based on laboratory result at 36-38 weeks of gestation. A vaginal swab was collected and PCR assay was used for analysis.
    Time Frame At 36-38 weeks of gestation

    Outcome Measure Data

    Analysis Population Description
    ITT set was used which consisted of participants who were randomized, received at least one dose of study medication (Day 0 at Visit 1 is considered the first dose of study medication), and who had a single fetus. N=Number of participants with lab test results at 36-38 weeks of gestation.
    Arm/Group Title Azithromycin + Chloroquine Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine
    Arm/Group Description The participants received 1000 mg Azithromycin (AZ) and 620 mg of Chloroquine (CQ) base (4 combination tablets of AZCQ with individual strength of 250 mg/155 mg), by mouth once daily for 3 days (Days 0, 1, 2) per treatment. There were a total of 3 treatments at 4-8 week intervals. The participants received sulfadoxine-pyrimethamine (SP) (Fansidar) treatment course: 1500 mg sulfadoxine and 75 mg pyrimethamine (3 fixed tablets of SP strength at 500 mg/25 mg), single oral dose on Day 0 of each treatment. There were a total of 3 treatments at 4-8 week intervals.
    Measure Participants 746 794
    Number (95% Confidence Interval) [Percentage of participants]
    1.47
    0.1%
    0.63
    0%
    Statistical Analysis 1
    Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Azithromycin + Chloroquine, Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine
    Comments The 2-sided P-value tests the null hypothesis that the relative risk equals 1 (treatment group equality) versus not equal 1.
    Type of Statistical Test Superiority or Other
    Comments
    Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.1113
    Comments Mantel-Haenszel estimate of the common relative risk is presented, adjusting for randomization strata. A relative risk less than 1 favors Azithromycin + Chloroquine treatment group (reduction in risk for the endpoint).
    Method Mantel Haenszel
    Comments
    Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter Risk Ratio (RR)
    Estimated Value 2.34
    Confidence Interval (2-Sided) 95%
    0.82 to 6.66
    Parameter Dispersion Type: Standard Deviation
    Value: 0.5338
    Estimation Comments The estimated risk ratio is presented along with its standard error (SE), with the SE on the log(e) scale.
    22. Secondary Outcome
    Title Percentage of Participants With Neisseria Gonorrhoeae Infection at 36-38 Weeks of Gestation
    Description Participants positive for Neisseria gonorrhoeae infection was diagnosed based on laboratory result at 36-38 weeks of gestation. A vaginal swab was collected and PCR assay was used for analysis.
    Time Frame At 36-38 weeks of gestation

    Outcome Measure Data

    Analysis Population Description
    ITT set was used which consisted of participants who were randomized, received at least one dose of study medication (Day 0 at Visit 1 is considered the first dose of study medication), and who had a single fetus. N=Number of participants with laboratory test results at 36-38 weeks of gestation.
    Arm/Group Title Azithromycin + Chloroquine Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine
    Arm/Group Description The participants received 1000 mg Azithromycin (AZ) and 620 mg of Chloroquine (CQ) base (4 combination tablets of AZCQ with individual strength of 250 mg/155 mg), by mouth once daily for 3 days (Days 0, 1, 2) per treatment. There were a total of 3 treatments at 4-8 week intervals. The participants received sulfadoxine-pyrimethamine (SP) (Fansidar) treatment course: 1500 mg sulfadoxine and 75 mg pyrimethamine (3 fixed tablets of SP strength at 500 mg/25 mg), single oral dose on Day 0 of each treatment. There were a total of 3 treatments at 4-8 week intervals.
    Measure Participants 746 794
    Number (95% Confidence Interval) [Percentage of participants]
    0.40
    0%
    1.64
    0.1%
    Statistical Analysis 1
    Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Azithromycin + Chloroquine, Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine
    Comments The 2-sided P-value tests the null hypothesis that the relative risk equals 1 (treatment group equality) versus not equal 1.
    Type of Statistical Test Superiority or Other
    Comments
    Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.0284
    Comments Mantel-Haenszel estimate of the common relative risk is presented, adjusting for randomization strata. A relative risk less than 1 favors Azithromycin + Chloroquine treatment group (reduction in risk for the endpoint).
    Method Mantel Haenszel
    Comments
    Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter Risk Ratio (RR)
    Estimated Value 0.25
    Confidence Interval (2-Sided) 95%
    0.07 to 0.86
    Parameter Dispersion Type: Standard Deviation
    Value: 0.6386
    Estimation Comments The estimated risk ratio is presented along with its standard error (SE), with the SE on the log(e) scale.
    23. Secondary Outcome
    Title Percentage of Participants With Treponema Pallidum Infection at 36-38 Weeks of Gestation
    Description Participants positive for Treponema pallidum infection was diagnosed based on laboratory result at 36-38 weeks of gestation. Treponema Pallidum particle Agglutination Assay was used.
    Time Frame At 36-38 weeks of gestation

    Outcome Measure Data

    Analysis Population Description
    ITT set was used which consisted of participants who were randomized, received at least one dose of study medication (Day 0 at Visit 1 is considered the first dose of study medication), and who had a single fetus. N=Number of participants with laboratory test results at 36-38 weeks of gestation.
    Arm/Group Title Azithromycin + Chloroquine Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine
    Arm/Group Description The participants received 1000 mg Azithromycin (AZ) and 620 mg of Chloroquine (CQ) base (4 combination tablets of AZCQ with individual strength of 250 mg/155 mg), by mouth once daily for 3 days (Days 0, 1, 2) per treatment. There were a total of 3 treatments at 4-8 week intervals. The participants received sulfadoxine-pyrimethamine (SP) (Fansidar) treatment course: 1500 mg sulfadoxine and 75 mg pyrimethamine (3 fixed tablets of SP strength at 500 mg/25 mg), single oral dose on Day 0 of each treatment. There were a total of 3 treatments at 4-8 week intervals.
    Measure Participants 751 797
    Number (95% Confidence Interval) [Percentage of participants]
    0.93
    0.1%
    2.01
    0.1%
    Statistical Analysis 1
    Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Azithromycin + Chloroquine, Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine
    Comments The 2-sided P-value tests the null hypothesis that the relative risk equals 1 (treatment group equality) versus not equal 1.
    Type of Statistical Test Superiority or Other
    Comments
    Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.0188
    Comments Mantel-Haenszel estimate of the common relative risk is presented, adjusting for randomization strata. A relative risk less than 1 favors Azithromycin + Chloroquine treatment group (reduction in risk for the endpoint).
    Method Mantel Haenszel
    Comments
    Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter Risk Ratio (RR)
    Estimated Value 0.46
    Confidence Interval (2-Sided) 95%
    0.24 to 0.88
    Parameter Dispersion Type: Standard Deviation
    Value: 0.3291
    Estimation Comments The estimated risk ratio is presented along with its standard error (SE), with the SE on the log(e) scale.
    24. Secondary Outcome
    Title Percentage of Participants With Trichomonas Vaginalis Infection at 36-38 Weeks of Gestation
    Description Participants positive for Trichomonas vaginalis infection was diagnosed based on laboratory result at 36-38 weeks of gestation. A vaginal swab was collected for the laboratory test.
    Time Frame At 36-38 weeks of gestation

    Outcome Measure Data

    Analysis Population Description
    ITT set was used which consisted of participants who were randomized, received at least one dose of study medication (Day 0 at Visit 1 is considered the first dose of study medication), and who had a single fetus. N=Number of participants with laboratory test results at 36-38 weeks of gestation.
    Arm/Group Title Azithromycin + Chloroquine Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine
    Arm/Group Description The participants received 1000 mg Azithromycin (AZ) and 620 mg of Chloroquine (CQ) base (4 combination tablets of AZCQ with individual strength of 250 mg/155 mg), by mouth once daily for 3 days (Days 0, 1, 2) per treatment. There were a total of 3 treatments at 4-8 week intervals. The participants received sulfadoxine-pyrimethamine (SP) (Fansidar) treatment course: 1500 mg sulfadoxine and 75 mg pyrimethamine (3 fixed tablets of SP strength at 500 mg/25 mg), single oral dose on Day 0 of each treatment. There were a total of 3 treatments at 4-8 week intervals.
    Measure Participants 1068 1143
    Number (95% Confidence Interval) [Percentage of participants]
    8.24
    0.6%
    10.67
    0.7%
    Statistical Analysis 1
    Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Azithromycin + Chloroquine, Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine
    Comments The 2-sided P-value tests the null hypothesis that the relative risk equals 1 (treatment group equality) versus not equal 1.
    Type of Statistical Test Superiority or Other
    Comments
    Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.0527
    Comments Mantel-Haenszel estimate of the common relative risk is presented, adjusting for randomization strata. A relative risk less than 1 favors Azithromycin + Chloroquine treatment group (reduction in risk for the endpoint).
    Method Mantel Haenszel
    Comments
    Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter Risk Ratio (RR)
    Estimated Value 0.77
    Confidence Interval (2-Sided) 95%
    0.59 to 1.00
    Parameter Dispersion Type: Standard Deviation
    Value: 0.1336
    Estimation Comments The estimated risk ratio is presented along with its standard error (SE), with the SE on the log(e) scale.
    25. Secondary Outcome
    Title Percentage of Participants With Bacterial Vaginosis Infection at 36-38 Weeks of Gestation.
    Description Bacterial vaginosis was diagnosed based on laboratory result at 36-38 weeks of gestation. A vaginal swab was collected for the Gram staining.
    Time Frame At 36-38 weeks of gestation

    Outcome Measure Data

    Analysis Population Description
    ITT set was used which consisted of participants who were randomized, received at least one dose of study medication (Day 0 at Visit 1 is considered the first dose of study medication), and who had a single fetus. N=Number of participants with laboratory test results at 36-38 weeks of gestation.
    Arm/Group Title Azithromycin + Chloroquine Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine
    Arm/Group Description The participants received 1000 mg Azithromycin (AZ) and 620 mg of Chloroquine (CQ) base (4 combination tablets of AZCQ with individual strength of 250 mg/155 mg), by mouth once daily for 3 days (Days 0, 1, 2) per treatment. There were a total of 3 treatments at 4-8 week intervals. The participants received sulfadoxine-pyrimethamine (SP) (Fansidar) treatment course: 1500 mg sulfadoxine and 75 mg pyrimethamine (3 fixed tablets of SP strength at 500 mg/25 mg), single oral dose on Day 0 of each treatment. There were a total of 3 treatments at 4-8 week intervals.
    Measure Participants 746 794
    Number (95% Confidence Interval) [Percentage of participants]
    8.58
    0.6%
    11.84
    0.8%
    Statistical Analysis 1
    Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Azithromycin + Chloroquine, Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine
    Comments The 2-sided P-value tests the null hypothesis that the relative risk equals 1 (treatment group equality) versus not equal 1.
    Type of Statistical Test Superiority or Other
    Comments
    Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.0384
    Comments Mantel-Haenszel estimate of the common relative risk is presented, adjusting for randomization strata. A relative risk less than 1 favors Azithromycin + Chloroquine treatment group (reduction in risk for the endpoint).
    Method Mantel Haenszel
    Comments
    Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter Risk Ratio (RR)
    Estimated Value 0.73
    Confidence Interval (2-Sided) 95%
    0.54 to 0.98
    Parameter Dispersion Type: Standard Deviation
    Value: 0.1536
    Estimation Comments The estimated risk ratio is presented along with its standard error (SE), with the SE on the log(e) scale.
    26. Secondary Outcome
    Title Percentage of Neonates With Ophthalmia Neonatorum at Birth Period
    Description Ophthalmia neonatorum was diagnosed at birth. The laboratory diagnosis was performed among neonates with purulent discharge.
    Time Frame Approximately 40 weeks of gestational age

    Outcome Measure Data

    Analysis Population Description
    ITT set was used which consisted of participants who were randomized, received at least one dose of study medication (Day 0 at Visit 1 is considered the first dose of study medication), and who had a single fetus. N=Total live births.
    Arm/Group Title Azithromycin + Chloroquine Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine
    Arm/Group Description The participants received 1000 mg Azithromycin (AZ) and 620 mg of Chloroquine (CQ) base (4 combination tablets of AZCQ with individual strength of 250 mg/155 mg), by mouth once daily for 3 days (Days 0, 1, 2) per treatment. There were a total of 3 treatments at 4-8 week intervals. The participants received sulfadoxine-pyrimethamine (SP) (Fansidar) treatment course: 1500 mg sulfadoxine and 75 mg pyrimethamine (3 fixed tablets of SP strength at 500 mg/25 mg), single oral dose on Day 0 of each treatment. There were a total of 3 treatments at 4-8 week intervals.
    Measure Participants 1140 1190
    Number (95% Confidence Interval) [Percentage of neonates]
    0.35
    0.17
    Statistical Analysis 1
    Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Azithromycin + Chloroquine, Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine
    Comments The 2-sided P-value tests the null hypothesis that the relative risk equals 1 (treatment group equality) versus not equal 1.
    Type of Statistical Test Superiority or Other
    Comments
    Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.3942
    Comments Mantel-Haenszel estimate of the common relative risk is presented, adjusting for randomization strata. A relative risk less than 1 favors Azithromycin + Chloroquine treatment group (reduction in risk for the endpoint).
    Method Mantel Haenszel
    Comments
    Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter Risk Ratio (RR)
    Estimated Value 2.09
    Confidence Interval (2-Sided) 95%
    0.38 to 11.38
    Parameter Dispersion Type: Standard Deviation
    Value: 0.8648
    Estimation Comments The estimated risk ratio is presented along with its standard error (SE), with the SE on the log(e) scale.
    27. Secondary Outcome
    Title Percentage of Participants With Bacterial Infections Including Pneumonia and Other Lower Respiratory Tract Infections From First Dose to Delivery
    Description Participants positive for bacterial infections including other lower respiratory tract infections were measured anytime from first dose administration to delivery.
    Time Frame Up to approximately 40 weeks of gestational age

    Outcome Measure Data

    Analysis Population Description
    ITT set was used which consisted of participants who were randomized, received at least one dose of study medication (Day 0 at Visit 1 is considered the first dose of study medication), and who had a single fetus. N=Number of participants with available data.
    Arm/Group Title Azithromycin + Chloroquine Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine
    Arm/Group Description The participants received 1000 mg Azithromycin (AZ) and 620 mg of Chloroquine (CQ) base (4 combination tablets of AZCQ with individual strength of 250 mg/155 mg), by mouth once daily for 3 days (Days 0, 1, 2) per treatment. There were a total of 3 treatments at 4-8 week intervals. The participants received sulfadoxine-pyrimethamine (SP) (Fansidar) treatment course: 1500 mg sulfadoxine and 75 mg pyrimethamine (3 fixed tablets of SP strength at 500 mg/25 mg), single oral dose on Day 0 of each treatment. There were a total of 3 treatments at 4-8 week intervals.
    Measure Participants 1445 1445
    Number (95% Confidence Interval) [Percentage of participants]
    0.48
    0%
    1.25
    0.1%
    Statistical Analysis 1
    Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Azithromycin + Chloroquine, Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine
    Comments The 2-sided P-value tests the null hypothesis that the relative risk equals 1 (treatment group equality) versus not equal 1.
    Type of Statistical Test Superiority or Other
    Comments
    Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.0332
    Comments Mantel-Haenszel estimate of the common relative risk is presented, adjusting for randomization strata. A relative risk less than 1 favors Azithromycin + Chloroquine treatment group (reduction in risk for the endpoint).
    Method Mantel Haenszel
    Comments
    Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter Risk Ratio (RR)
    Estimated Value 0.39
    Confidence Interval (2-Sided) 95%
    0.16 to 0.93
    Parameter Dispersion Type: Standard Deviation
    Value: 0.4439
    Estimation Comments The estimated risk ratio is presented along with its standard error (SE), with the SE on the log(e) scale.
    28. Secondary Outcome
    Title Percentage of Participants With Pre-eclampsia From Week 20 to Delivery
    Description Pre-eclampsia was diagnosed as systolic blood pressure of at least 140 mmHg and/or diastolic blood pressure of at least 90 mmHg on two separate readings taken at least 4 hours apart and proteinuria at least 300 mg protein in a 24 hour urine collection.
    Time Frame From Week 20 to approximately 40 weeks of gestational age

    Outcome Measure Data

    Analysis Population Description
    ITT set was used which consisted of participants who were randomized, received at least one dose of study medication (Day 0 at Visit 1 is considered the first dose of study medication), and who had a single fetus. N= Number of participants with available data.
    Arm/Group Title Azithromycin + Chloroquine Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine
    Arm/Group Description The participants received 1000 mg Azithromycin (AZ) and 620 mg of Chloroquine (CQ) base (4 combination tablets of AZCQ with individual strength of 250 mg/155 mg), by mouth once daily for 3 days (Days 0, 1, 2) per treatment. There were a total of 3 treatments at 4-8 week intervals. The participants received sulfadoxine-pyrimethamine (SP) (Fansidar) treatment course: 1500 mg sulfadoxine and 75 mg pyrimethamine (3 fixed tablets of SP strength at 500 mg/25 mg), single oral dose on Day 0 of each treatment. There were a total of 3 treatments at 4-8 week intervals.
    Measure Participants 1440 1443
    Number (95% Confidence Interval) [Percentage of participants]
    0.63
    0%
    1.04
    0.1%
    Statistical Analysis 1
    Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Azithromycin + Chloroquine, Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine
    Comments The 2-sided P-value tests the null hypothesis that the relative risk equals 1 (treatment group equality) versus not equal 1.
    Type of Statistical Test Superiority or Other
    Comments
    Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.2321
    Comments Mantel-Haenszel estimate of the common relative risk is presented, adjusting for randomization strata. A relative risk less than 1 favors Azithromycin + Chloroquine treatment group (reduction in risk for the endpoint).
    Method Mantel Haenszel
    Comments
    Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter Risk Ratio (RR)
    Estimated Value 0.61
    Confidence Interval (2-Sided) 95%
    0.27 to 1.38
    Parameter Dispersion Type: Standard Deviation
    Value: 0.4195
    Estimation Comments The estimated risk ratio is presented along with its standard error (SE), with the SE on the log(e) scale.
    29. Secondary Outcome
    Title Nasopharyngeal Swabs Positive for Macrolide Resistant Streptococcus Pneumoniae
    Description This outcome measure evaluated the Streptococcus pneumoniae sensitivity against macrolide antibiotics.
    Time Frame Visits 6 and 7

    Outcome Measure Data

    Analysis Population Description
    ITT set was used which consisted of participants who were randomized, received at least one dose of study medication (Day 0 at Visit 1 is considered the first dose of study medication), and who had a single fetus. N=Number of participant with nasopharyngeal swabs isolating Streptococcus pneumoniae at the specified visit.
    Arm/Group Title Azithromycin + Chloroquine Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine
    Arm/Group Description The participants received 1000 mg Azithromycin (AZ) and 620 mg of Chloroquine (CQ) base (4 combination tablets of AZCQ with individual strength of 250 mg/155 mg), by mouth once daily for 3 days (Days 0, 1, 2) per treatment. There were a total of 3 treatments at 4-8 week intervals. The participants received sulfadoxine-pyrimethamine (SP) (Fansidar) treatment course: 1500 mg sulfadoxine and 75 mg pyrimethamine (3 fixed tablets of SP strength at 500 mg/25 mg), single oral dose on Day 0 of each treatment. There were a total of 3 treatments at 4-8 week intervals.
    Measure Participants 1445 1445
    Visit 6 (N = 8 and 17 respectively)
    0
    0%
    11.76
    0.8%
    Visit 7 (N = 16 and 11 respectively)
    0
    0%
    0
    0%
    Statistical Analysis 1
    Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Azithromycin + Chloroquine, Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine
    Comments Statistical analysis for Visit 6 presented above.
    Type of Statistical Test Superiority or Other
    Comments
    Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 1.0000
    Comments
    Method Fisher Exact
    Comments
    Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter Mean Difference (Final Values)
    Estimated Value -11.76
    Confidence Interval (2-Sided) %
    to
    Parameter Dispersion Type:
    Value:
    Estimation Comments
    Statistical Analysis 2
    Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Azithromycin + Chloroquine, Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine
    Comments Statistical analysis for Visit 7 presented above.
    Type of Statistical Test Superiority or Other
    Comments
    Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 1.0000
    Comments
    Method Fisher Exact
    Comments
    Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter Mean Difference (Final Values)
    Estimated Value 0
    Confidence Interval (2-Sided) %
    to
    Parameter Dispersion Type:
    Value:
    Estimation Comments
    30. Secondary Outcome
    Title Nasopharyngeal Swabs Positive for Penicillin Resistant Streptococcus Pneumoniae
    Description This outcome measure evaluated the Streptococcus pneumoniae sensitivity against penicillin antibiotics.
    Time Frame Visits 6 and 7

    Outcome Measure Data

    Analysis Population Description
    ITT set was used which consisted of participants who were randomized, received at least one dose of study medication (Day 0 at Visit 1 is considered the first dose of study medication), and who had a single fetus. N=Number of participant with nasopharyngeal swabs isolating Streptococcus pneumoniae at the specified visit.
    Arm/Group Title Azithromycin + Chloroquine Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine
    Arm/Group Description The participants received 1000 mg Azithromycin (AZ) and 620 mg of Chloroquine (CQ) base (4 combination tablets of AZCQ with individual strength of 250 mg/155 mg), by mouth once daily for 3 days (Days 0, 1, 2) per treatment. There were a total of 3 treatments at 4-8 week intervals. The participants received sulfadoxine-pyrimethamine (SP) (Fansidar) treatment course: 1500 mg sulfadoxine and 75 mg pyrimethamine (3 fixed tablets of SP strength at 500 mg/25 mg), single oral dose on Day 0 of each treatment. There were a total of 3 treatments at 4-8 week intervals.
    Measure Participants 1445 1445
    Visit 6 (N = 8 and 17 respectively)
    0
    0%
    0
    0%
    Visit 7 (N = 16 and 11 respectively)
    0
    0%
    0
    0%
    Statistical Analysis 1
    Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Azithromycin + Chloroquine, Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine
    Comments Statistical analysis for Visit 6 presented above.
    Type of Statistical Test Superiority or Other
    Comments
    Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 1.0000
    Comments
    Method Fisher Exact
    Comments
    Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter Mean Difference (Final Values)
    Estimated Value 0
    Confidence Interval (2-Sided) %
    to
    Parameter Dispersion Type:
    Value:
    Estimation Comments
    Statistical Analysis 2
    Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Azithromycin + Chloroquine, Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine
    Comments Statistical analysis for Visit 7 presented above.
    Type of Statistical Test Superiority or Other
    Comments
    Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 1.0000
    Comments
    Method Fisher Exact
    Comments
    Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter Mean Difference (Final Values)
    Estimated Value 0
    Confidence Interval (2-Sided) %
    to
    Parameter Dispersion Type:
    Value:
    Estimation Comments

    Adverse Events

    Time Frame Up to Visit 7 (6 months post last dose). Includes data up to 35 days after last dose of study drug for mothers (treatment emergent), and includes all data for neonates.
    Adverse Event Reporting Description The same event may appear as both an AE and a SAE. However, what is presented are distinct events. Some events are seen only in neonates (e.g neonatal malformation/anomalies, LBW etc.) and are not expected in mothers and vice versa. Such events are designated as 'zero' in the respective 'familial status- neonate/mother' in the below table.
    Arm/Group Title Mother (Azithromycin + Chloroquine) Mother (Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine) Neonate (Azithromycin + Chloroquine) Neonate (Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine)
    Arm/Group Description The participants received 1000 mg Azithromycin (AZ) and 620 mg of Chloroquine (CQ) base (4 combination tablets of AZCQ with individual strength of 250 mg/155 mg), by mouth once daily for 3 days (Days 0, 1, 2) per treatment. There were a total of 3 treatments at 4-8 week intervals. The participants received sulfadoxine-pyrimethamine (SP) (Fansidar) treatment course: 1500 mg sulfadoxine and 75 mg pyrimethamine (3 fixed tablets of SP strength at 500 mg/25 mg), single oral dose on Day 0 of each treatment. There were a total of 3 treatments at 4-8 week intervals. Live births of participants who received 1000 mg Azithromycin (AZ) and 620 mg of Chloroquine (CQ) base (4 combination tablets of AZCQ with individual strength of 250 mg/155 mg), by mouth once daily for 3 days (Days 0, 1, 2) per treatment. There were a total of 3 treatments at 4-8 week intervals. Live births of participants who received sulfadoxine-pyrimethamine (SP) (Fansidar) treatment course: 1500 mg sulfadoxine and 75 mg pyrimethamine (3 fixed tablets of SP strength at 500 mg/25 mg), single oral dose on Day 0 of each treatment. There were a total of 3 treatments at 4-8 week intervals.
    All Cause Mortality
    Mother (Azithromycin + Chloroquine) Mother (Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine) Neonate (Azithromycin + Chloroquine) Neonate (Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine)
    Affected / at Risk (%) # Events Affected / at Risk (%) # Events Affected / at Risk (%) # Events Affected / at Risk (%) # Events
    Total / (NaN) / (NaN) / (NaN) / (NaN)
    Serious Adverse Events
    Mother (Azithromycin + Chloroquine) Mother (Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine) Neonate (Azithromycin + Chloroquine) Neonate (Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine)
    Affected / at Risk (%) # Events Affected / at Risk (%) # Events Affected / at Risk (%) # Events Affected / at Risk (%) # Events
    Total 65/1446 (4.5%) 42/1445 (2.9%) 101/1149 (8.8%) 104/1196 (8.7%)
    Blood and lymphatic system disorders
    Anaemia 1/1446 (0.1%) 0/1445 (0%) 3/1149 (0.3%) 2/1196 (0.2%)
    Haemorrhagic disease of newborn 0/1446 (0%) 0/1445 (0%) 0/1149 (0%) 1/1196 (0.1%)
    Cardiac disorders
    Tricuspid valve disease 0/1446 (0%) 0/1445 (0%) 1/1149 (0.1%) 0/1196 (0%)
    Tricuspid valve incompetence 0/1446 (0%) 0/1445 (0%) 1/1149 (0.1%) 0/1196 (0%)
    Congenital, familial and genetic disorders
    Anal atresia 0/1446 (0%) 0/1445 (0%) 1/1149 (0.1%) 1/1196 (0.1%)
    Cerebellar hypoplasia 0/1446 (0%) 0/1445 (0%) 1/1149 (0.1%) 0/1196 (0%)
    Congenital hand malformation 0/1446 (0%) 0/1445 (0%) 1/1149 (0.1%) 0/1196 (0%)
    Congenital malaria 0/1446 (0%) 0/1445 (0%) 3/1149 (0.3%) 2/1196 (0.2%)
    Congenital umbilical hernia 0/1446 (0%) 0/1445 (0%) 2/1149 (0.2%) 2/1196 (0.2%)
    Cystic lymphangioma 0/1446 (0%) 0/1445 (0%) 0/1149 (0%) 1/1196 (0.1%)
    Dysmorphism 0/1446 (0%) 0/1445 (0%) 1/1149 (0.1%) 0/1196 (0%)
    Exomphalos 0/1446 (0%) 0/1445 (0%) 1/1149 (0.1%) 0/1196 (0%)
    Heart disease congenital 0/1446 (0%) 0/1445 (0%) 0/1149 (0%) 1/1196 (0.1%)
    Hypospadias 0/1446 (0%) 0/1445 (0%) 2/1149 (0.2%) 1/1196 (0.1%)
    Microgenia 0/1446 (0%) 0/1445 (0%) 1/1149 (0.1%) 0/1196 (0%)
    Polydactyly 0/1446 (0%) 0/1445 (0%) 16/1149 (1.4%) 21/1196 (1.8%)
    Talipes 0/1446 (0%) 0/1445 (0%) 0/1149 (0%) 1/1196 (0.1%)
    Gastrointestinal disorders
    Diarrhoea 1/1446 (0.1%) 0/1445 (0%) 0/1149 (0%) 0/1196 (0%)
    Enterocolitis 0/1446 (0%) 0/1445 (0%) 1/1149 (0.1%) 0/1196 (0%)
    Gastritis 0/1446 (0%) 1/1445 (0.1%) 0/1149 (0%) 0/1196 (0%)
    Necrotising colitis 0/1446 (0%) 0/1445 (0%) 0/1149 (0%) 1/1196 (0.1%)
    Rectourethral fistula 0/1446 (0%) 0/1445 (0%) 1/1149 (0.1%) 0/1196 (0%)
    Umbilical hernia 0/1446 (0%) 0/1445 (0%) 2/1149 (0.2%) 3/1196 (0.3%)
    Vomiting 3/1446 (0.2%) 0/1445 (0%) 0/1149 (0%) 0/1196 (0%)
    General disorders
    Asthenia 1/1446 (0.1%) 0/1445 (0%) 0/1149 (0%) 0/1196 (0%)
    Death neonatal 0/1446 (0%) 0/1445 (0%) 0/1149 (0%) 2/1196 (0.2%)
    Pyrexia 0/1446 (0%) 0/1445 (0%) 1/1149 (0.1%) 0/1196 (0%)
    Hepatobiliary disorders
    Hepatitis cholestatic 1/1446 (0.1%) 0/1445 (0%) 0/1149 (0%) 0/1196 (0%)
    Jaundice 0/1446 (0%) 0/1445 (0%) 1/1149 (0.1%) 0/1196 (0%)
    Infections and infestations
    Arthritis bacterial 0/1446 (0%) 0/1445 (0%) 0/1149 (0%) 1/1196 (0.1%)
    Bartholin's abscess 1/1446 (0.1%) 0/1445 (0%) 0/1149 (0%) 0/1196 (0%)
    Bronchiolitis 0/1446 (0%) 0/1445 (0%) 1/1149 (0.1%) 0/1196 (0%)
    Bronchopneumonia 0/1446 (0%) 0/1445 (0%) 0/1149 (0%) 2/1196 (0.2%)
    Cellulitis 0/1446 (0%) 1/1445 (0.1%) 0/1149 (0%) 0/1196 (0%)
    Encephalitis 0/1446 (0%) 0/1445 (0%) 1/1149 (0.1%) 0/1196 (0%)
    Gastroenteritis 0/1446 (0%) 0/1445 (0%) 0/1149 (0%) 2/1196 (0.2%)
    Herpes zoster 0/1446 (0%) 0/1445 (0%) 0/1149 (0%) 1/1196 (0.1%)
    Malaria 2/1446 (0.1%) 9/1445 (0.6%) 2/1149 (0.2%) 3/1196 (0.3%)
    Meningitis 1/1446 (0.1%) 0/1445 (0%) 1/1149 (0.1%) 1/1196 (0.1%)
    Neonatal infection 0/1446 (0%) 0/1445 (0%) 5/1149 (0.4%) 4/1196 (0.3%)
    Pneumonia 1/1446 (0.1%) 1/1445 (0.1%) 9/1149 (0.8%) 10/1196 (0.8%)
    Pyelonephritis acute 1/1446 (0.1%) 0/1445 (0%) 0/1149 (0%) 0/1196 (0%)
    Sepsis 1/1446 (0.1%) 0/1445 (0%) 2/1149 (0.2%) 3/1196 (0.3%)
    Sepsis neonatal 0/1446 (0%) 0/1445 (0%) 11/1149 (1%) 13/1196 (1.1%)
    Skin bacterial infection 0/1446 (0%) 0/1445 (0%) 0/1149 (0%) 1/1196 (0.1%)
    Upper respiratory tract infection 0/1446 (0%) 0/1445 (0%) 1/1149 (0.1%) 0/1196 (0%)
    Urinary tract infection 0/1446 (0%) 2/1445 (0.1%) 0/1149 (0%) 0/1196 (0%)
    Varicella 1/1446 (0.1%) 0/1445 (0%) 0/1149 (0%) 0/1196 (0%)
    Viral rash 0/1446 (0%) 0/1445 (0%) 1/1149 (0.1%) 0/1196 (0%)
    Injury, poisoning and procedural complications
    Uterine rupture 1/1446 (0.1%) 0/1445 (0%) 0/1149 (0%) 0/1196 (0%)
    Investigations
    Apgar score low 0/1446 (0%) 0/1445 (0%) 1/1149 (0.1%) 1/1196 (0.1%)
    HIV test positive 0/1446 (0%) 0/1445 (0%) 1/1149 (0.1%) 0/1196 (0%)
    Metabolism and nutrition disorders
    Dehydration 0/1446 (0%) 0/1445 (0%) 1/1149 (0.1%) 0/1196 (0%)
    Hypoglycaemia 0/1446 (0%) 0/1445 (0%) 1/1149 (0.1%) 1/1196 (0.1%)
    Malnutrition 0/1446 (0%) 0/1445 (0%) 1/1149 (0.1%) 0/1196 (0%)
    Metabolic disorder 0/1446 (0%) 0/1445 (0%) 0/1149 (0%) 1/1196 (0.1%)
    Musculoskeletal and connective tissue disorders
    Foot deformity 0/1446 (0%) 0/1445 (0%) 1/1149 (0.1%) 0/1196 (0%)
    Nervous system disorders
    Convulsion 0/1446 (0%) 0/1445 (0%) 1/1149 (0.1%) 0/1196 (0%)
    Dizziness 3/1446 (0.2%) 0/1445 (0%) 0/1149 (0%) 0/1196 (0%)
    Epilepsy 0/1446 (0%) 0/1445 (0%) 1/1149 (0.1%) 0/1196 (0%)
    Pregnancy, puerperium and perinatal conditions
    Abortion spontaneous 3/1446 (0.2%) 2/1445 (0.1%) 0/1149 (0%) 0/1196 (0%)
    Abortion spontaneous complete 2/1446 (0.1%) 0/1445 (0%) 0/1149 (0%) 0/1196 (0%)
    Abortion threatened 4/1446 (0.3%) 0/1445 (0%) 0/1149 (0%) 0/1196 (0%)
    Eclampsia 1/1446 (0.1%) 0/1445 (0%) 0/1149 (0%) 0/1196 (0%)
    Foetal death 3/1446 (0.2%) 0/1445 (0%) 0/1149 (0%) 0/1196 (0%)
    Foetal distress syndrome 1/1446 (0.1%) 0/1445 (0%) 0/1149 (0%) 0/1196 (0%)
    Gestational hypertension 2/1446 (0.1%) 0/1445 (0%) 0/1149 (0%) 0/1196 (0%)
    HELLP syndrome 1/1446 (0.1%) 0/1445 (0%) 0/1149 (0%) 0/1196 (0%)
    Haemorrhage in pregnancy 7/1446 (0.5%) 1/1445 (0.1%) 0/1149 (0%) 0/1196 (0%)
    Imminent abortion 1/1446 (0.1%) 0/1445 (0%) 0/1149 (0%) 0/1196 (0%)
    Jaundice neonatal 0/1446 (0%) 0/1445 (0%) 3/1149 (0.3%) 0/1196 (0%)
    Low birth weight baby 0/1446 (0%) 0/1445 (0%) 9/1149 (0.8%) 10/1196 (0.8%)
    Neonatal disorder 0/1446 (0%) 0/1445 (0%) 1/1149 (0.1%) 0/1196 (0%)
    Obstructed labour 1/1446 (0.1%) 0/1445 (0%) 0/1149 (0%) 0/1196 (0%)
    Placental disorder 0/1446 (0%) 0/1445 (0%) 1/1149 (0.1%) 0/1196 (0%)
    Placental infarction 1/1446 (0.1%) 0/1445 (0%) 0/1149 (0%) 0/1196 (0%)
    Postpartum haemorrhage 2/1446 (0.1%) 0/1445 (0%) 0/1149 (0%) 0/1196 (0%)
    Pre-eclampsia 3/1446 (0.2%) 5/1445 (0.3%) 0/1149 (0%) 0/1196 (0%)
    Premature baby 0/1446 (0%) 0/1445 (0%) 17/1149 (1.5%) 12/1196 (1%)
    Premature delivery 7/1446 (0.5%) 5/1445 (0.3%) 0/1149 (0%) 0/1196 (0%)
    Premature labour 4/1446 (0.3%) 4/1445 (0.3%) 0/1149 (0%) 0/1196 (0%)
    Premature rupture of membranes 1/1446 (0.1%) 2/1445 (0.1%) 0/1149 (0%) 0/1196 (0%)
    Preterm premature rupture of membranes 4/1446 (0.3%) 3/1445 (0.2%) 0/1149 (0%) 0/1196 (0%)
    Stillbirth 5/1446 (0.3%) 7/1445 (0.5%) 0/1149 (0%) 0/1196 (0%)
    Threatened labour 3/1446 (0.2%) 3/1445 (0.2%) 0/1149 (0%) 0/1196 (0%)
    Umbilical cord around neck 0/1446 (0%) 0/1445 (0%) 0/1149 (0%) 2/1196 (0.2%)
    Renal and urinary disorders
    Calculus urinary 0/1446 (0%) 1/1445 (0.1%) 0/1149 (0%) 0/1196 (0%)
    Renal vessel disorder 0/1446 (0%) 1/1445 (0.1%) 0/1149 (0%) 0/1196 (0%)
    Reproductive system and breast disorders
    Acquired phimosis 0/1446 (0%) 0/1445 (0%) 1/1149 (0.1%) 0/1196 (0%)
    Respiratory, thoracic and mediastinal disorders
    Asthma 1/1446 (0.1%) 1/1445 (0.1%) 0/1149 (0%) 1/1196 (0.1%)
    Neonatal asphyxia 0/1446 (0%) 0/1445 (0%) 6/1149 (0.5%) 9/1196 (0.8%)
    Neonatal aspiration 0/1446 (0%) 0/1445 (0%) 1/1149 (0.1%) 5/1196 (0.4%)
    Neonatal respiratory distress syndrome 0/1446 (0%) 0/1445 (0%) 2/1149 (0.2%) 4/1196 (0.3%)
    Obstructive airways disorder 0/1446 (0%) 0/1445 (0%) 1/1149 (0.1%) 0/1196 (0%)
    Pneumonia aspiration 0/1446 (0%) 0/1445 (0%) 1/1149 (0.1%) 3/1196 (0.3%)
    Respiratory arrest 0/1446 (0%) 0/1445 (0%) 1/1149 (0.1%) 0/1196 (0%)
    Respiratory distress 0/1446 (0%) 0/1445 (0%) 3/1149 (0.3%) 1/1196 (0.1%)
    Vascular disorders
    Deep vein thrombosis 1/1446 (0.1%) 0/1445 (0%) 0/1149 (0%) 0/1196 (0%)
    Orthostatic hypotension 1/1446 (0.1%) 0/1445 (0%) 0/1149 (0%) 0/1196 (0%)
    Other (Not Including Serious) Adverse Events
    Mother (Azithromycin + Chloroquine) Mother (Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine) Neonate (Azithromycin + Chloroquine) Neonate (Sulfadoxine + Pyrimethamine)
    Affected / at Risk (%) # Events Affected / at Risk (%) # Events Affected / at Risk (%) # Events Affected / at Risk (%) # Events
    Total 1177/1446 (81.4%) 888/1445 (61.5%) 301/1149 (26.2%) 326/1196 (27.3%)
    Blood and lymphatic system disorders
    Anaemia 205/1446 (14.2%) 192/1445 (13.3%) 21/1149 (1.8%) 14/1196 (1.2%)
    Eye disorders
    Vision blurred 145/1446 (10%) 1/1445 (0.1%) 0/1149 (0%) 0/1196 (0%)
    Gastrointestinal disorders
    Abdominal discomfort 123/1446 (8.5%) 50/1445 (3.5%) 0/1149 (0%) 0/1196 (0%)
    Abdominal pain 120/1446 (8.3%) 36/1445 (2.5%) 0/1149 (0%) 0/1196 (0%)
    Abdominal pain lower 50/1446 (3.5%) 45/1445 (3.1%) 0/1149 (0%) 0/1196 (0%)
    Diarrhoea 205/1446 (14.2%) 14/1445 (1%) 0/1149 (0%) 0/1196 (0%)
    Dyspepsia 8/1446 (0.6%) 15/1445 (1%) 0/1149 (0%) 0/1196 (0%)
    Gastritis 23/1446 (1.6%) 7/1445 (0.5%) 0/1149 (0%) 0/1196 (0%)
    Nausea 216/1446 (14.9%) 58/1445 (4%) 0/1149 (0%) 0/1196 (0%)
    Vomiting 650/1446 (45%) 96/1445 (6.6%) 0/1149 (0%) 0/1196 (0%)
    General disorders
    Asthenia 239/1446 (16.5%) 40/1445 (2.8%) 0/1149 (0%) 0/1196 (0%)
    Fatigue 81/1446 (5.6%) 22/1445 (1.5%) 0/1149 (0%) 0/1196 (0%)
    Pyrexia 10/1446 (0.7%) 26/1445 (1.8%) 40/1149 (3.5%) 28/1196 (2.3%)
    Infections and infestations
    Conjunctivitis 0/1446 (0%) 0/1445 (0%) 15/1149 (1.3%) 10/1196 (0.8%)
    Gastroenteritis 44/1446 (3%) 21/1445 (1.5%) 48/1149 (4.2%) 37/1196 (3.1%)
    Infection parasitic 14/1446 (1%) 18/1445 (1.2%) 0/1149 (0%) 0/1196 (0%)
    Malaria 49/1446 (3.4%) 121/1445 (8.4%) 37/1149 (3.2%) 37/1196 (3.1%)
    Pneumonia 0/1446 (0%) 0/1445 (0%) 34/1149 (3%) 25/1196 (2.1%)
    Sepsis 0/1446 (0%) 0/1445 (0%) 18/1149 (1.6%) 9/1196 (0.8%)
    Sepsis neonatal 0/1446 (0%) 0/1445 (0%) 21/1149 (1.8%) 21/1196 (1.8%)
    Trichomoniasis 58/1446 (4%) 55/1445 (3.8%) 0/1149 (0%) 0/1196 (0%)
    Upper respiratory tract infection 127/1446 (8.8%) 153/1445 (10.6%) 125/1149 (10.9%) 116/1196 (9.7%)
    Urinary tract infection 105/1446 (7.3%) 115/1445 (8%) 0/1149 (0%) 0/1196 (0%)
    Vulvovaginal candidiasis 75/1446 (5.2%) 60/1445 (4.2%) 0/1149 (0%) 0/1196 (0%)
    Injury, poisoning and procedural complications
    Perineal injury 19/1446 (1.3%) 20/1445 (1.4%) 0/1149 (0%) 0/1196 (0%)
    Investigations
    White blood cells urine positive 149/1446 (10.3%) 162/1445 (11.2%) 0/1149 (0%) 0/1196 (0%)
    Metabolism and nutrition disorders
    Decreased appetite 44/1446 (3%) 11/1445 (0.8%) 0/1149 (0%) 0/1196 (0%)
    Musculoskeletal and connective tissue disorders
    Back pain 33/1446 (2.3%) 29/1445 (2%) 0/1149 (0%) 0/1196 (0%)
    Nervous system disorders
    Dizziness 460/1446 (31.8%) 84/1445 (5.8%) 0/1149 (0%) 0/1196 (0%)
    Headache 300/1446 (20.7%) 219/1445 (15.2%) 0/1149 (0%) 0/1196 (0%)
    Somnolence 38/1446 (2.6%) 0/1445 (0%) 0/1149 (0%) 0/1196 (0%)
    Pregnancy, puerperium and perinatal conditions
    Low birth weight baby 0/1446 (0%) 0/1445 (0%) 29/1149 (2.5%) 39/1196 (3.3%)
    Premature baby 0/1446 (0%) 0/1445 (0%) 28/1149 (2.4%) 28/1196 (2.3%)
    Respiratory, thoracic and mediastinal disorders
    Cough 15/1446 (1%) 10/1445 (0.7%) 0/1149 (0%) 0/1196 (0%)
    Skin and subcutaneous tissue disorders
    Pruritus 46/1446 (3.2%) 23/1445 (1.6%) 0/1149 (0%) 0/1196 (0%)
    Pruritus generalised 22/1446 (1.5%) 8/1445 (0.6%) 0/1149 (0%) 0/1196 (0%)

    Limitations/Caveats

    This program was terminated by Pfizer based on the results of the pre-planned interim analysis for this pivotal study. The interim analysis showed no benefit of the study drug (AZCQ) compared to standard of care (SP).

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    Principal Investigators are NOT employed by the organization sponsoring the study.

    Pfizer has the right to review disclosures, requesting a delay of less than 60 days. Investigator will postpone single center publications until after disclosure of pooled data (all sites), less than 12 months from study completion/termination at all participating sites. Investigator may not disclose previously undisclosed confidential information other than study results.

    Results Point of Contact

    Name/Title Pfizer ClinicalTrials.gov Call Center
    Organization Pfizer, Inc.
    Phone 1-800-718-1021
    Email ClinicalTrials.gov_Inquiries@pfizer.com
    Responsible Party:
    Pfizer
    ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier:
    NCT01103063
    Other Study ID Numbers:
    • A0661158
    First Posted:
    Apr 13, 2010
    Last Update Posted:
    Jun 16, 2015
    Last Verified:
    May 1, 2015