Observing simplified HIV treatment in China

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

Observational Guangzhou 8th People's Hospital · NCT03603977

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
Enrollment600 (estimated)
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorGuangzhou 8th People's Hospital Academic / other
Locations1 site (Guangzhou, Guangdong)
Trial IDNCT03603977 on ClinicalTrials.gov

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.

Who should consider this trial

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

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.

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

Eligibility criteria

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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 this trial is running

Guangzhou, Guangdong

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/AIDSSimplified Therapy RegimenReal World StudyHIV-1-infected patients
Last reviewed 2026-06-09 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.