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A Prospective Randomized Controlled Study to Evaluate the Effect of Isotretinoin on Immune Activation Among HIV-1 Infected Subjects With Incomplete CD4+ T Cell Recovery on Suppressive Antiretroviral Therapy (ART)
In Brief
A Phase 2 clinical trial evaluating Isotretinoin for HIV-1 Infection. Completed, enrolled 76 participants across 15 sites in 2 countries.
Detailed Summary
This phase II study was done in HIV-infected participants on antiretroviral therapy to evaluate the effects of isotretinoin (a drug that is approved for use in the treatment of severe acne) on the immune system. The immune system helps the body fight infections. When the immune system is not working well, one may be at greater risk for diseases that are common in aging, like heart disease, weaker bones, and kidney disease.
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Interventions
Isotretinoin is a drug that is approved for use in the treatment of severe acne. The aim of this study is to evaluate the role of Isotretinoin on immune activation and inflammation.