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An Open-Label Study of the Use of Azithromycin in Patients With Symptomatic Disseminated Mycobacterium Avium-Intracellulare Complex (MAC) Infection Failing Current Therapy

Launched by PFIZER · Aug 30, 2001

Trial Information

Current as of January 03, 2025

Completed

Keywords

Mycobacterium Avium Intracellulare Infection Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome Azithromycin

ClinConnect Summary

No description provided

Gender

ALL

Eligibility criteria

  • Inclusion Criteria
  • Patients must have:
  • Disseminated MAC as defined by current (within the last month) positive blood, bone marrow, or liver biopsy culture for MAC, and considered symptomatic (fever, night sweats, anorexia, weight loss, fatigue, or malaise).
  • At least 2 months of prior treatment with available combination MAC therapy or less than 2 months of such accompanied by unacceptable adverse effects.
  • Life expectancy of more than 2 weeks.
  • Approval of eligibility from Pfizer Clinical Monitor.
  • Consent of parent or guardian if under legal age of consent.
  • NOTE:
  • Patients who have completed acute treatment with azithromycin for MAC in protocol 066-131 or 066-148 will be exempt from inclusion criteria 1 and 2 and can continue therapy through this protocol if their physician feels they have benefitted from prior azithromycin therapy.
  • Exclusion Criteria
  • Co-existing Condition:
  • Patients with the following symptoms and conditions are excluded:
  • Known hypersensitivity or intolerance to macrolide antibiotics.
  • Inability to take oral medications or current condition that is likely to interfere with absorption (e.g., gastrectomy).
  • Concurrent Medication:
  • Excluded:
  • Other MAC therapy instituted during the first 2 months of the study.
  • Other investigational drugs, with the exception of those available through a Treatment IND program.
  • Patients with the following prior conditions are excluded:
  • History of hypersensitivity or intolerance to azithromycin.
  • Prior Medication:
  • Excluded:
  • Other investigational drugs within 7 days of enrollment, with the exception of Treatment IND drugs (such as ddC).

About Pfizer

Pfizer Inc. is a global leader in biopharmaceutical innovation, dedicated to discovering, developing, and delivering advanced therapies that enhance patient outcomes across a wide range of medical conditions. With a rich history of scientific research and a commitment to quality, Pfizer focuses on areas such as oncology, immunology, cardiology, and rare diseases. The company leverages cutting-edge technology and collaborates with healthcare professionals, regulatory bodies, and academic institutions to conduct rigorous clinical trials that ensure the safety and efficacy of its products. Pfizer's mission is to bring breakthroughs that change patients' lives, exemplifying its commitment to health and wellness worldwide.

Locations

Groton, Connecticut, United States

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