Juluca

Viral Resistance, Human Immunodeficiency Virus Type 1 (HIV-1), Treatment Naive + 5 more

Treatment

4 FDA approvals

20 Active Studies for Juluca

What is Juluca

Rilpivirine

The Generic name of this drug

Treatment Summary

Dolutegravir is a medication used to treat HIV-1. It works by blocking the virus from integrating into the host cell, which can prevent further replication of the virus. It is well-tolerated and has minimal side effects, making it a popular treatment option. It was approved by the FDA in 2013 and, in 2017, was combined with rilpivirine to create the first two-drug treatment regimen for HIV-1, called Juluca.

Edurant

is the brand name

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Juluca Overview & Background

Brand Name

Generic Name

First FDA Approval

How many FDA approvals?

Edurant

Rilpivirine

2011

12

Approved as Treatment by the FDA

Rilpivirine, also known as Edurant, is approved by the FDA for 4 uses including Obesity and HIV-1 RNA Less Than or Equal to 100,000 copies/mL .

Obesity

Used to treat weight at least 35 kg in combination with null

HIV-1 RNA Less Than or Equal to 100,000 copies/mL

Used to treat HIV-1 RNA Less Than or Equal to 100,000 copies/mL in combination with null

HIV

Used to treat Human Immunodeficiency Virus Type 1 (HIV-1) Infection in combination with null

Treatment Naive

Used to treat Treatment Naive in combination with null

Effectiveness

How Juluca Affects Patients

Dolutegravir is an antiviral drug for HIV-1 that has been shown to reduce the amount of virus in the body quickly and effectively. Studies have found that it has a strong binding to the virus and that the effects last for several days after the last dose. When combined with the drug ripivirine, it has been found to be just as effective as a three-drug therapy without any mutations or resistance.

How Juluca works in the body

Dolutegravir is a medicine used to treat HIV-1 infections. It blocks the virus from replicating by attaching itself to the active site of the virus and preventing it from adding its genetic material to the cells it invades. This process disrupts the virus' replication cycle and reduces its activity. Dolutegravir is very effective, with an mean EC50 value of 0.5 nanometers (0.21 nanograms per milliliter) to 2.1 nanometers (0.85 nanograms per milliliter) in blood cells and MT-4 cells.

When to interrupt dosage

The recommended dose of Juluca is contingent upon the established condition. The quantity of dosage differs as per the manner of delivery (e.g. Tablet, film coated or Tablet) featured in the table beneath.

Condition

Dosage

Administration

HIV-1 RNA Less Than or Equal to 100,000 copies/mL

, 25.0 mg, 300.0 mg/mL, 600.0 mg, 900.0 mg

Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, , Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Injection - Intramuscular, Injection, Intramuscular, Kit; Suspension, extended release - Intramuscular, Kit; Suspension, extended release

Human Immunodeficiency Virus Type 1 (HIV-1)

, 25.0 mg, 300.0 mg/mL, 600.0 mg, 900.0 mg

Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, , Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Injection - Intramuscular, Injection, Intramuscular, Kit; Suspension, extended release - Intramuscular, Kit; Suspension, extended release

virologically-suppressed

, 25.0 mg, 300.0 mg/mL, 600.0 mg, 900.0 mg

Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, , Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Injection - Intramuscular, Injection, Intramuscular, Kit; Suspension, extended release - Intramuscular, Kit; Suspension, extended release

Viral Resistance

, 25.0 mg, 300.0 mg/mL, 600.0 mg, 900.0 mg

Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, , Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Injection - Intramuscular, Injection, Intramuscular, Kit; Suspension, extended release - Intramuscular, Kit; Suspension, extended release

Treatment Naive

, 25.0 mg, 300.0 mg/mL, 600.0 mg, 900.0 mg

Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, , Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Injection - Intramuscular, Injection, Intramuscular, Kit; Suspension, extended release - Intramuscular, Kit; Suspension, extended release

HIV

, 25.0 mg, 300.0 mg/mL, 600.0 mg, 900.0 mg

Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, , Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Injection - Intramuscular, Injection, Intramuscular, Kit; Suspension, extended release - Intramuscular, Kit; Suspension, extended release

treatment failure

, 25.0 mg, 300.0 mg/mL, 600.0 mg, 900.0 mg

Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, , Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Injection - Intramuscular, Injection, Intramuscular, Kit; Suspension, extended release - Intramuscular, Kit; Suspension, extended release

Obesity

, 25.0 mg, 300.0 mg/mL, 600.0 mg, 900.0 mg

Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, , Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Injection - Intramuscular, Injection, Intramuscular, Kit; Suspension, extended release - Intramuscular, Kit; Suspension, extended release

Warnings

Juluca has two known contraindications and must not be taken concurrently with the conditions stated in the table below.

Juluca Contraindications

Condition

Risk Level

Notes

Pulse Frequency

Do Not Combine

Pulse Frequency

Do Not Combine

Pulse Frequency

Do Not Combine

Pulse Frequency

Do Not Combine

Pulse Frequency

Do Not Combine

Pulse Frequency

Do Not Combine

Pulse Frequency

Do Not Combine

Pulse Frequency

Do Not Combine

Pulse Frequency

Do Not Combine

Pulse Frequency

Do Not Combine

Pulse Frequency

Do Not Combine

dexamethasone

Do Not Combine

Pulse Frequency

Do Not Combine

Pulse Frequency

Do Not Combine

Severe Hypersensitivity Reactions

Do Not Combine

Rilpivirine may interact with Pulse Frequency

There are 20 known major drug interactions with Juluca.

Common Juluca Drug Interactions

Drug Name

Risk Level

Description

Abemaciclib

Major

The metabolism of Abemaciclib can be decreased when combined with Rilpivirine.

Acalabrutinib

Major

The metabolism of Acalabrutinib can be decreased when combined with Rilpivirine.

Alectinib

Major

The metabolism of Alectinib can be decreased when combined with Rilpivirine.

Aminophylline

Major

The metabolism of Aminophylline can be decreased when combined with Rilpivirine.

Amoxapine

Major

The metabolism of Amoxapine can be decreased when combined with Rilpivirine.

Juluca Toxicity & Overdose Risk

Taking dolutegravir during conception or early in pregnancy may increase the risk of neural tube defects in the unborn baby. Adolescents and adults of childbearing potential should discuss the risks and benefits of taking dolutegravir with their doctor, as an alternative treatment may be needed. Animal studies have not found any evidence of adverse developmental outcomes at exposures lower than those seen in humans. If an overdose occurs, supportive treatment should be given, though it is unlikely that the drug will be removed by dialysis due to its high protein binding.

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Juluca Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Juluca?

43 active clinical trials are presently assessing the potential of Juluca to combat HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus).

Condition

Clinical Trials

Trial Phases

treatment failure

0 Actively Recruiting

Treatment Naive

0 Actively Recruiting

HIV-1 RNA Less Than or Equal to 100,000 copies/mL

0 Actively Recruiting

virologically-suppressed

0 Actively Recruiting

Obesity

0 Actively Recruiting

Viral Resistance

0 Actively Recruiting

Human Immunodeficiency Virus Type 1 (HIV-1)

4 Actively Recruiting

Phase 3, Phase 1, Early Phase 1

HIV

40 Actively Recruiting

Phase 2, Phase 3, Phase 1, Early Phase 1, Not Applicable, Phase 4

Juluca Reviews: What are patients saying about Juluca?

5

Patient Review

2/7/2019

Juluca for HIV

After being diagnosed with HIV and trying two different medications that didn't work well for me, I finally found Juluca. This medication is easy to take and has very few side effects. My CD4 levels are stable and my viral load is undetectable. The only downside is that I sometimes feel tired, but overall this drug has been a lifesaver.

5

Patient Review

9/23/2018

Juluca for HIV

I'm a little apprehensive about taking this new medication, but I'll update you all soon.

4.3

Patient Review

7/15/2022

Juluca for HIV

I've been taking Juluca for 21 years and it's really helped me. I was able to reduce my pill intake from 3 pills to 1, and I haven't experienced any negative side effects.

4

Patient Review

2/15/2020

Juluca for HIV

After using Biktarvy and Triumeq for a year and being very sick with puking and weakness, I now take Juluca and feel much better. No puking. Walking erect and without a cane again. I still deal with depression though.

3

Patient Review

2/29/2020

Juluca for HIV

I had been living with HIV for 25 years when I switched to Biktarvy in August 2019 due to resistance. However, I got off the medication in January 2020 because I experienced muscle pain and fatigue, even though my lab results were good. Now I'm on Juluca and while I don't have muscle pain anymore, I do still have fatigue and sometimes feel faintheaded. Before switching to Biktarvy, I felt great. I'm feeling a little better now and will follow up with my doctor.

2.3

Patient Review

3/1/2019

Juluca for HIV

Juluca was helpful at first, but I am now experiencing muscle pain and weakness in my hands. This feeling is getting worse over time, and I have also gained a lot of weight and my face and body are swollen.

1.7

Patient Review

4/26/2019

Juluca for HIV

My viral load increased from 49 to 67 after six months. Can somebody explain this to me? I'm very confused and upset.
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Patient Q&A Section about juluca

These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.

What class of drug is Juluca?

"Dolutegravir is an HIV integrase inhibitor while rilpivirine is a non-nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitor. Both drugs work against HIV in different ways."

Answered by AI

What is Juluca used for?

"JULUCA is a prescription medicine used to treat Human Immunodeficiency Virus-1 (HIV-1) infection in adults, without the use of other antiretroviral medicines. This medicine is only to be taken when healthcare providers determine that the patient meets certain requirements."

Answered by AI

Is Juluca brand or generic?

"These medications may be counterfeit and potentially unsafe. If you purchase medications online, be sure you are buying from a reputable and valid online pharmacy.

Although there is no generic version of Juluca currently available in the United States, it is possible that someone might try to sell a counterfeit version of the drug illegally. If you are considering buying Juluca online, be sure to only purchase it from a reputable and valid online pharmacy to avoid potentially dangerous counterfeit drugs."

Answered by AI

When is the best time to take Juluca?

"You should take JULUCA every day at mealtimes, as your doctor advises. It is important to take JULUCA with a meal, as this ensures that your body receives the correct dose of medicine. A protein drink is not a suitable substitute for a meal. You should take JULUCA at approximately the same time each day (or night)."

Answered by AI

Clinical Trials for Juluca

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Islatravir + Ulonivirine for HIV

18+
All Sexes
Ft. Pierce, FL

Researchers are looking for new ways to treat HIV-1 (Human Immunodeficiency Virus Type 1). The usual (standard) treatment for HIV-1 is antiretroviral therapy (ART), which includes taking medicines to lower the amount of HIV-1 in the body. Standard ART helps people live longer, but people must take up to 3 medicines up to twice a day. Standard ART may also cause other health problems. Researchers want to know if a study ART works as well as a standard ART to treat HIV-1. The study ART combines 2 medicines, islatravir and ulonivirine, and is taken once a week. The goals of this study are to learn: 1) If the study ART works as well as a standard ART to treat HIV-1, and 2) About the safety of the study ART and if people tolerate it compared to a standard ART.

Phase 2 & 3
Recruiting

Midway Immunology and Research Center (1503) (+12 Sites)

Medical Director

Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC

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MucoCept-CVN for HIV Prevention

18 - 45
Female
San Francisco, CA

MucoCept-CVN uses a Lactobacillus strain native to the human vagina that is modified into a live biotherapeutic product (LBP) that continuously expresses a potent anti-HIV drug. If research shows that MucoCept-CVN is safe and effective, it could become a self-renewing, female-initiated prevention product for women that promotes vaginal health and provides protection from HIV. The goal of this first-in-human Phase 1 dose-ranging, randomized, placebo-controlled study of MucoCept-CVN is to collect data on safety, colonization, changes to the vaginal microbiota and clearance of the strain with antibiotics. Twelve healthy women will be enrolled and take either one or three doses of MucoCept-CVN or placebo, and a week later will receive antibiotics to clear the Lactobacillus strain. If research shows that MucoCept-CVN is safe and effective, it could become a self-renewing, long-acting, female-initiated prevention product for women that promotes vaginal health and provides protection from HIV.

Phase 1
Waitlist Available

UCSF Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital

Craig Cohen, MD, MPH

Osel, Inc.

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DV700P-RNA + DV701B1.1-RNA for HIV

18 - 55
All Sexes
Birmingham, AL

This is a phase 1, first-in-human (FIH) trial for two vaccines, DV700P-RNA and DV701B1.1-RNA. This means it is the first time these study products are being tested in people. The purpose of this study is to see if the study products are safe, if people are able to take them without becoming too uncomfortable, and how a person's immune system responds to them (a person's immune system protects them from infections and disease). Forty-five volunteers without HIV and in overall good health, aged 18 to 55 years, will be enrolled and be in this study for about 16 months (about 12 visits), Study procedures will include blood draws, injections, and the collection of white blood cells and cells from their lymph nodes.

Phase 1
Waitlist Available

University of Alabama Medical Center (Site ID: 31788) (+11 Sites)

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Acceptance and Commitment Therapy for Alcohol Consumption in People with HIV

18+
All Sexes
Syracuse, NY

Alcohol consumption is a critical factor in HIV treatment that significantly contributes to poor treatment-related outcomes. Randomized clinical trials (RCTs) of alcohol interventions for people with HIV (PWH) have had limited success, perhaps due to an increasingly recognized co-morbitity of co-occurring hazardous alcohol use and other mental health-related problems among PWH. This has necessitated a shift in the literature towards trans-diagnostic approaches that target core psychological processes that underlie multiple mental health-related problems. One trans-diagnostic mechanism that is relevant to alcohol and other substance use is experiential avoidance (EA)- i.e., repeated, and maladaptive, use of substances and/or other behaviors to escape or avoid unwanted thoughts, feelings, and/or urges. Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) targets EA and is an empirically supported treatment for multiple psychological and behavioral health-related outcomes; however there have not been any full-scale RCTs of ACT for alcohol use among any population, including PWH. The investigators recently adapted a telephone-delivered ACT intervention originally developed for smoking cessation, into an intervention for PWH who drink at unhealthy levels (NIH/NIAAA; R34AA026246). This six-session, telephone-delivered ACT intervention for alcohol use showed high feasibility and acceptability in a pilot RCT conducted by our team. The overall objective of this application is therefore to determine if ACT can significantly reduce alcohol use and comorbid symptoms of depression, anxiety, and stress among adult PWH who drink at unhealthy levels. The specific aims are: To determine the relative efficacy of ACT, compared to BI, for reducing alcohol use among PWH (Aim 1) and to determine if ACT has an effect on trans-diagnostic processes that in turn affect alcohol use and other psychological and functional outcomes (Aim 2). The investigators will accomplish these aims by: conducting a remote, RCT in which the investigators randomly assign 300 PWH who drink at unhealthy levels to either the ACT intervention the investigators developed (n = 150), or a BI intervention (n = 150) previously shown to reduce alcohol use among PWH. The investigators will assess alcohol-related outcomes-via self-report and a biomarker- at baseline, post-treatment (7 weeks post-baseline), and again 3-, 6-, and 12-months post-randomization. The investigators will also measure EA to determine if it mediates treatment effects for alcohol use and other psychological and functional outcomes, measured at all timepoints.

Recruiting
Has No Placebo

Syracuse University

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GS-1720 + GS-4182 for HIV

18+
All Sexes
West Hollywood, CA

The goal of this clinical study is to learn more about the experimental drugs GS-1720 (an oral, long-acting integrase strand transfer inhibitor (INSTI)) and GS-4182 (a prodrug of Lenacapavir (LEN)); to compare the combination of GS-1720 and GS-4182 with the current standard-of-care treatment bictegravir/emtricitabine/tenofovir alafenamide (B/F/TAF) (Biktarvy), to see if the combination of GS-1720 and GS-4182 is safe and if it works for treating human immunodeficiency virus type 1 (HIV-1) infection in treatment-naive people with HIV-1 (PWH). This study has two phases: Phase 2 and Phase 3. The primary objectives of this study are: Phase 2: To evaluate the efficacy of oral weekly GS-1720 coadministered with GS-4182 versus continuing Biktarvy (BVY) in treatment-naive PWH at Week 24. Phase 3: To evaluate the efficacy of oral weekly GS-1720/GS-4182 fixed-dose combination (FDC) tablet regimen versus continuing BVY in treatment-naive PWH at Week 48.

Phase 2 & 3
Waitlist Available

Mills Clinical Research (+25 Sites)

Gilead Study Director

Gilead Sciences

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