3BNC117-LS + 10-1074-LS for HIV
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial tests two experimental drugs, 3BNC117-LS and 10-1074-LS, to determine if they can safely reduce the amount of HIV hiding in the body. This reduction could allow people with HIV to maintain health with less medication. People on antiretroviral therapy (ART) often experience virus resurgence if they stop their medication, so these drugs might offer a way to manage HIV with fewer side effects. The trial suits individuals aged 18 to 70 who have been on ART and have HIV levels under control. Participants will receive either the study drugs or a placebo (inactive substance) through a series of infusions. As a Phase 1 trial, this research focuses on understanding how the treatment works in people, offering participants the opportunity to be among the first to receive this new treatment.
Do I have to stop taking my current medications for this trial?
The trial does not specify if you need to stop taking your current medications, but you must continue your antiretroviral therapy (ART) as part of the study.
Is there any evidence suggesting that this trial's treatments are likely to be safe?
Research shows that treatments like the combination of 3BNC117-LS and 10-1074-LS have generally been well tolerated. For example, a study with similar antibodies found no serious side effects. This suggests that the combination of 3BNC117-LS and 10-1074-LS might also be safe. However, since this trial is in its early stages, researchers are still learning about its full safety. Participants in early trials help researchers understand more about possible side effects and how the treatment works in the body.12345
Why are researchers excited about this trial's treatments?
Researchers are excited about 3BNC117-LS and 10-1074-LS for HIV because these treatments use monoclonal antibodies, which are different from the standard antiretroviral therapies. Unlike current treatments that require daily pills to manage the virus, these antibodies could potentially offer longer-lasting effects with fewer doses. By targeting specific proteins on the HIV virus, 3BNC117-LS and 10-1074-LS aim to neutralize the virus more effectively, which might also reduce the chance of resistance developing. This approach could lead to a new way of managing HIV with less frequent treatments and potentially improved outcomes.
What evidence suggests that this trial's treatments could be effective for HIV?
In this trial, participants will receive either a combination of 3BNC117-LS and 10-1074-LS or a placebo. Research has shown that the combination of 3BNC117-LS and 10-1074-LS, which are special proteins called broadly neutralizing antibodies (bNAbs), may help lower HIV levels. These proteins directly attack the virus, helping to control its spread. In past studies, similar proteins successfully kept HIV levels low in people. Although researchers are still learning about 3BNC117-LS and 10-1074-LS specifically, early results suggest they can effectively reduce the virus in the body. By targeting the hidden places where HIV resides, these treatments aim to control HIV, possibly even without the need for constant medication.12345
Who Is on the Research Team?
Michael C Sneller, M.D.
Principal Investigator
National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
Adults aged 18-70 with HIV on ART, having CD4+ T cell counts >300 cells/mcL and undetectable viral loads for at least 96 weeks. They must be able to consent, follow study procedures, not have significant health issues besides HIV, no hepatitis B or C infection, and agree to use effective contraception.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants receive three intravenous infusions of 3BNC117-LS and 10-1074-LS or placebo at weeks 0, 20, and 40
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment
Leukapheresis
Participants undergo leukapheresis up to 4 more times during the study
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- 10-1074-LS
- 3BNC117-LS
- Sterile Saline
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
Lead Sponsor