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A Phase I Study of Combination Therapy With Didanosine (ddI) and Ribavirin in HIV-Infected Children.

Recruiting in Palo Alto (17 mi)
+14 other locations
Age: < 18
Sex: Any
Travel: May Be Covered
Time Reimbursement: Varies
Trial Phase: Phase 1
Waitlist Available
Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
No Placebo Group

Trial Summary

What is the purpose of this trial?

To compare the safety, toxicity, and tolerance of two doses of ribavirin in combination with didanosine (ddI) to HIV-infected children. To determine the toxicity of ddI/ribavirin and compare it to the expected toxicity of ddI monotherapy. To determine the effect of concurrent ribavirin on the pharmacokinetics of ddI. To determine a dosage of ribavirin that would be suitable for a Phase II/III evaluation of ddI/ribavirin. Ribavirin, a broad spectrum antiviral agent, may enhance the antiretroviral activity of didanosine ( ddI ) without a concomitant increase in toxicity. Ribavirin alters the intracellular metabolism of ddI, enhancing the antiretroviral activity of the active form of ddI.

Research Team

VD

Van Dyke R

Principal Investigator

MG

McSherry G

Principal Investigator

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

PCP prophylaxis.
Acetaminophen for no more than 72 hours.
Immunoglobulin.
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Treatment Details

Interventions

  • Didanosine (ddI) (Antiretroviral Agent)
  • Ribavirin (Antiviral Agent)

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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?

National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)

Lead Sponsor

Trials
3,361
Recruited
5,516,000+

Dr. Jeanne Marrazzo

National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)

Chief Executive Officer since 2023

MD, MPH

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Dr. H. Clifford Lane

National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)

Chief Medical Officer

MD