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Erythropoietin for Anemia Due to Zidovudine in Human Immunodeficiency Virus Infection

Launched by THOMAS JEFFERSON UNIVERSITY · Oct 27, 1999

Trial Information

Current as of January 15, 2025

Completed

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BACKGROUND:

Reports had shown that between 24 and 78 percent of patients with Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome treated with zidovudine for four to six months developed significant bone marrow toxicity, requiring zidovudine dosage alterations, blood transfusions, or cessation of therapy. While zidovudine efficacy had been demonstrated in patients with AIDS or ARC, it was also evaluated in patients with AIDS-related illness, as well as in asymptomatic HIV-infected individuals. The clinically significant zidovudine-induced anemia developing in a substantial number of these patient groups a...

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Trial Officials

Stephen Hauptman

Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University

About Thomas Jefferson University

Thomas Jefferson University is a distinguished academic institution located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, renowned for its commitment to advancing healthcare through research and education. As a clinical trial sponsor, the university leverages its extensive resources and interdisciplinary expertise to conduct innovative research aimed at improving patient outcomes. With a focus on translational medicine, Thomas Jefferson University collaborates with various stakeholders, including healthcare professionals, industry partners, and regulatory agencies, to ensure the highest standards of scientific rigor and ethical conduct in its clinical trials. The institution is dedicated to fostering a culture of excellence in research, ultimately contributing to the advancement of medical knowledge and the development of novel therapeutic interventions.

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