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Interferon

Peginterferon Lambda + Lonafarnib/Ritonavir for Hepatitis D

Phase 2
Waitlist Available
Led By Christopher Koh, M.D.
Research Sponsored by National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK)
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial
Must have
Be older than 18 years old
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up 48 weeks
Awards & highlights

Study Summary

This trial tests 3 drugs to treat chronic hepatitis D in people 18+; participants attend stays of 3-5 days & have tests/scans. Take drugs 48 weeks; have 15 outpatient visits, then 3-day clinic stay 6 months after.

Who is the study for?
Adults over 18 with chronic hepatitis D, who have detectable HDV RNA levels and are on HBV suppression medication (Tenofovir or Entecavir) for at least 12 weeks. Participants must be able to take oral and injected meds, not have serious heart issues or liver disease complications, use effective contraception if of reproductive potential, and not be pregnant or abusing substances.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The trial is testing a combination therapy for chronic hepatitis D using three drugs: Peginterferon Lambda (injected weekly), Lonafarnib and Ritonavir (tablets taken twice daily). The treatment lasts for 48 weeks with follow-up visits extending up to about two years including inpatient stays.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
Potential side effects may include reactions at the injection site from Peginterferon Lambda, gastrointestinal issues from Lonafarnib tablets, and possible interactions leading to increased drug levels due to Ritonavir's effect on liver metabolism.

Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~48 weeks
This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and 48 weeks for reporting.

Treatment Details

Study Objectives

Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.
Primary outcome measures
The goal of this study is to assess the therapeutic response to 48 weeks of treatment with peginterferon lambda and lonafarnib boosted with ritonavir in patients with chronic hepatitis D.

Trial Design

1Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Group I: Peginterferon LambdaExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
A weekly subcutaneous injection of peginterferon lambda at a dose of 180 mcg and an oral twice daily dosing of Lonafarnib at 50mg boosted with twice daily Ritonavir at 100mg for 48 weeks. Following 48 weeks of treatment the subjects will be monitored for outcomes during an additional 6-month time period.

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Who is running the clinical trial?

National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK)Lead Sponsor
2,358 Previous Clinical Trials
4,315,211 Total Patients Enrolled
Christopher Koh, M.D.Principal InvestigatorNational Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK)
2 Previous Clinical Trials
50 Total Patients Enrolled

Media Library

Peginterferon Lambda (Interferon) Clinical Trial Eligibility Overview. Trial Name: NCT05953545 — Phase 2
Chronic Hepatitis Delta Research Study Groups: Peginterferon Lambda
Chronic Hepatitis Delta Clinical Trial 2023: Peginterferon Lambda Highlights & Side Effects. Trial Name: NCT05953545 — Phase 2
Peginterferon Lambda (Interferon) 2023 Treatment Timeline for Medical Study. Trial Name: NCT05953545 — Phase 2

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Does the research afford access to those above a certain age?

"The age range for this particular trial is 18 to 120, although there are 22 trials catering exclusively to minors and 212 specifically targeting elderly individuals."

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Has the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) sanctioned Peginterferon Lambda?

"The safety of Peginterferon Lambda is given a score of 2, as this trial is in the second phase and while there have been indications that it may be safe, no studies yet show its efficacy."

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Is enrollment open for participants in this research trial?

"According to the information found on clinicaltrials.gov, this specific trial is not in pursuit of participants presently; nonetheless, there are 253 other medical studies recruiting right now. This experiment was first posted on July 25th 2023 and underwent its most recent update a week prior, on July 19th 2023."

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Is my profile congruent with the criteria for this research experiment?

"To be accepted into this clinical trial, participants must have a chronic case of hepatitis delta and an age between 18-120. This study is currently accepting around 30 candidates total."

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~20 spots leftby Oct 2027