Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 18 and up

Observing simplified HIV treatment in China

Official title: A Simplified Therapy Regimen Study of Lopinavir and Ritonavir Combined With Lamivudine for HIV-1 Infected Patients in the Real World of China

Run by Guangzhou 8th People's Hospital · NCT03603977 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing a simpler HIV treatment plan to see if it helps people in China stick to their medication and stay healthy over three years.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment600 (estimated)
SponsorGuangzhou 8th People's Hospital
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Guangzhou, Guangdong)
StatusRecruiting
StartedNovember 1, 2017
Main results expectedDecember 31, 2025
Study endsOctober 31, 2030
Registry record updatedSeptember 14, 2022
Trial IDNCT03603977 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates include HIV-1 infected individuals who agree to a simplified therapy regimen and can commit to regular CD4 count monitoring.

Probably not a fit

Patients with a history of resistance or allergy to the study medications, or those unable to complete follow-up, may not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to evaluate the efficacy and safety of a simplified therapy regimen for HIV-1 infected patients in a real-world setting in China. A total of 600 participants will receive a combination of lopinavir/ritonavir and lamivudine over a 36-month period. The study will monitor viral inhibition rates, changes in CD4 cell counts, safety, and patient compliance through follow-ups at 12, 24, and 36 months. The approach focuses on simplifying treatment to improve adherence and outcomes for patients.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to more effective and manageable treatment options for HIV patients.

How similar studies have gone: Other studies have shown promise in simplifying HIV treatment regimens, suggesting potential for success in this approach.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

1. HIV-1 infection confirmed
2. Agree to use simplified therapy regimen.
3. Agree to detect CD4 count at least once per half a year

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Have participated in HIV vaccine clinical trial or other drug trials in the past three months.
2. Patients who could not complete the scheduled follow-up (such as weakness and poor compliance).
3. Patients who have the history of resistance or allergy to LPV/r or 3TC.

Where it's running

  • Guangzhou 8th People's Hospital
    Guangzhou, Guangdong, China
    Recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.