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An Open-label, Randomized Study of PegIntron in the Treatment of HBeAg Positive Chronic Hepatitis B Patients
In Brief
A Phase 3 clinical trial evaluating pegylated interferon alpha-2b for Hepatitis B, Chronic. Completed, enrolled 671 participants.
Detailed Summary
The purpose of this study is to determine the efficacy and safety of two dosages of PegIntron for treating hepatitis B e antigen (HBeAg) positive chronic hepatitis B compared with the approved dosage, which is PegIntron 1.0 microgram (mcg)/kg given once a week for 24 weeks. This study compares dosages of (1) 1.5 mcg/kg once a week for 24 weeks and (2) 1.5 mcg/kg once a week for 48 weeks with the approved dosage. All subjects are followed for 24 weeks after their treatment ends.
Study Details
Timeline
Interventions
1.0 mcg/kg subcutaneously (S.C.) QW for 24 weeks
1.5 mcg/kg S.C. QW for 24 weeks
1.5 mcg/kg S.C. QW for 48 weeks