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A Multicenter, Prospective, Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial of Three Preparations of Low-Dose Oral Alpha Interferon in HIV-Infected Patients With CD4+ Counts >= 50 and <= 350 Cells/mm3

Launched by NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF ALLERGY AND INFECTIOUS DISEASES (NIAID) · Aug 30, 2001

Trial Information

Current as of January 02, 2025

Completed

Keywords

Drug Therapy, Combination Adjuvants, Immunologic Administration, Oral Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome Aids Related Complex Interferon Alpha

ClinConnect Summary

Previous or ongoing clinical trials to test the efficacy of low-dose oral interferon alpha have produced different results, and it is not clear whether the differences were due to the interferon alpha products used or to problems in the study design. Therefore, three preparations will be compared to evaluate their potential efficacies.

Patients are randomized to receive 6 months of Alferon LDO alone, Alferon with Veldona, Alferon with Ferimmune, or three placebos, with follow-up visits monthly.

Gender

ALL

Eligibility criteria

  • Inclusion Criteria
  • Patients must have:
  • Symptomatic HIV infection.
  • CD4 count 50 - 350 cells/mm3.
  • Prior Medication:
  • Allowed:
  • Prior antiretrovirals (dose must be stable for at least 6 weeks prior to study entry).
  • Maintenance therapy for a chronic condition.
  • Exclusion Criteria
  • Patients with the following prior condition are excluded:
  • Change in antiretroviral therapy within past 6 weeks.
  • Prior Medication:
  • Excluded:
  • Oral IFN-alpha or other immune-based therapy within the past month.
  • Therapy for any acute disease within the past week.

Trial Officials

Alston B

Study Chair

Standiford H

Study Chair

Kumi J

Study Chair

Greaves W

Study Chair

About National Institute Of Allergy And Infectious Diseases (Niaid)

The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) is a key component of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) dedicated to advancing the understanding, prevention, and treatment of infectious and immune-mediated diseases. Through rigorous clinical trials, NIAID aims to foster innovative research that enhances public health and addresses global health challenges, including emerging infectious diseases and allergies. The institute collaborates with various partners, including academic institutions, industry, and international organizations, to translate scientific discoveries into effective therapies and vaccines. NIAID's commitment to high-quality clinical research is integral to improving health outcomes and informing policy decisions in the realm of infectious diseases and immunology.

Locations

Detroit, Michigan, United States

New York, New York, United States

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

New Haven, Connecticut, United States

Brooklyn, New York, United States

Nashville, Tennessee, United States

Redwood City, California, United States

Los Angeles, California, United States

Wilmington, Delaware, United States

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States

New York, New York, United States

Valhalla, New York, United States

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

People applied

Timeline

First submit

Trial launched

Trial updated

Estimated completion

Not reported

Discussion 0

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