Comparing inflammatory markers in HIV patients on different antiretroviral therapies

Comparison of Inflammatory Markers and Incidence of Comorbidities in Patients on Antiretroviral Therapy (ART) With Second-generation Anti-integrase Drugs on Triple Versus Dual Therapy

Not applicable Interventional Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nice · NCT05699785

This study tests whether changing HIV medications can lower inflammation and help prevent other health issues in patients over 40 or those who have been on treatment for more than ten years.

Quick facts

PhaseNot applicable
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment500 (estimated)
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorCentre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nice Academic / other
Locations2 sites (Cannes and 1 other locations)
Trial IDNCT05699785 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This study investigates the inflammatory markers and incidence of comorbidities in HIV-infected patients undergoing antiretroviral therapy with second-generation anti-integrase drugs. It aims to determine whether switching to specific combinations of medications can modify the inflammatory response and predict the occurrence of comorbidities. The study focuses on patients over 40 years old or those who have been on therapy for over a decade, assessing their health outcomes based on their treatment regimen.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are HIV-1 infected individuals over 40 years old or those with more than 10 years on antiretroviral therapy who have maintained a low viral load.

Not a fit: Patients who are not on a daily antiretroviral regimen or those with active infections or other significant health issues may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved management of comorbidities in HIV patients, enhancing their overall health and quality of life.

How similar studies have performed: While there is ongoing research in this area, the specific approach of comparing inflammatory markers in the context of second-generation anti-integrase drugs is relatively novel.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* HIV-1 infection
* Age \> 40 years or adults with more than 10 years of antiretroviral therapy
* Switching to BIC/FTC/TAF or DTG/3TC or DTG+3TC within the last 2 years
* Plasma HIV-1 RNA viral load \< 50 copies/ml for more than 6 months
* Absence of chronic hepatitis B infection
* Absence of genotype mutations on Dolutegravir (DTG) or Bictegravir (BIC) or tenofovir alafenamide TAF
* Daily use of antiretroviral therapy
* Effective contraception for women of childbearing potential will be requested
* Signed informed consent
* Enrollment in a Social Security plan

Exclusion Criteria:

* Non-daily or intermittent antiretroviral therapy regimen (e.g., 4 or 5 days a week)
* Pregnancy or breastfeeding
* Vulnerable persons according to article L.1121-6 of the public health code Persons unable to give consent according to article L.1121-8 of the public health code
* Opportunistic infections during curative treatment
* HIV-2 infection
* Active hepatitis C
* Refusal to participate
* Withdrawal of informed consent by the patient

Where this trial is running

Cannes and 1 other locations

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions Hiv
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