HIV Infections
Conditions
Brief summary
This study will evaluate patient quality of life and tolerability of a HAART (highly active antiretroviral therapy) regimen containing twice-daily subcutaneous injections of Fuzeon in clinically stable, treatment-experienced patients with HIV-1 infection. All patients will use a 31-gauge thin-walled 8mm needle to administer Fuzeon. The anticipated time on study treatment is 3-12 months, and the target sample size is 100-500 individuals.
Interventions
As prescribed
90mg sc bid for 12 weeks
Sponsors
Study design
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
* adults or adolescents at least 16 years of age; * HIV-1 infection; * clinically stable, treatment-experienced; * evidence of HIV-1 replication despite ongoing antiretroviral therapy; * CD4 + count greater than 50 cells/mm3.
Exclusion criteria
* previous use of Fuzeon and/or T-1249; * active, untreated opportunistic infection; * inability to self-inject, unless a reliable caregiver is available to inject.
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| QoL (MOS-HIV)\n | Baseline and Week 12 |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Change from baseline in HIV-RNA | Week 12 |
| Change from baseline in CD4 count | Week 12 |
Countries
Puerto Rico, United States