VH4527079 for HIV
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial aims to test the safety and effectiveness of a new treatment called VH4527079 for people with HIV. Researchers are exploring how the body processes the drug when administered in different doses and methods, such as through an IV or injection. They seek healthy volunteers and individuals with HIV who have maintained stability on HIV medication without treatment failures. Participants should be in good health, with their HIV well-managed on current medication. 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.
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial protocol does not specify if you must stop taking your current medications, but it mentions that participants should not use over-the-counter or prescription medications, including herbal ones, within 7 days before the study. If you are on medications that prolong QTc or are protocol-prohibited, you may need to switch to an alternative.
Is there any evidence suggesting that VH4527079 is likely to be safe for humans?
Research has shown that VH4527079 is in the early stages of testing to determine its safety. Limited information exists on how well people tolerate it. In this first-phase trial, the primary goal is to assess safety and identify any side effects. Early studies often begin with small doses to observe the body's response.
Since VH4527079 is still under investigation, detailed safety results are not yet available. Phase one trials typically examine side effects in a small group of healthy individuals. Participation could contribute to understanding the safety of this treatment for others.12345Why do researchers think this study treatment might be promising for HIV?
Most treatments for HIV, like antiretroviral therapies, work by preventing the virus from replicating. But VH4527079 might work differently, targeting the virus in a new way. This investigational treatment is administered via IV infusion, which could offer a more controlled delivery compared to traditional oral pills. Researchers are excited because it could potentially provide a new option for managing HIV, possibly with different dosing schedules, which might improve patient adherence and outcomes.
What evidence suggests that VH4527079 might be an effective treatment for HIV?
Research is investigating VH4527079 as a potential treatment for HIV. Although still in the early testing stages, this trial includes different treatment arms to evaluate its effectiveness. Participants in Arm B, Cohort 9, who have HIV, will receive three doses of VH4527079 by IV infusion. Early lab studies have shown that VH4527079 can affect the virus's ability to replicate, potentially reducing the amount of virus in the body. However, as this is a new treatment, more information is needed to determine its effectiveness for people living with HIV.13678
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for healthy adults and individuals with HIV. Participants must be in good health or have stable HIV suppression if they are living with the virus. The study excludes anyone who has a history of significant allergic reactions, is pregnant or breastfeeding, or has any condition that could interfere with the drug's effects.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants receive single or multiple doses of VH4527079 by IV infusion or SC injection
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- VH4527079
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
ViiV Healthcare
Lead Sponsor
Dr. Harmony Garges
ViiV Healthcare
Chief Medical Officer
MD
Deborah Waterhouse
ViiV Healthcare
Chief Executive Officer since 2017
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration