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A Study to Test the Safety of Recombinant Interleukin-2 (rIL-2) in HIV-Infected Children
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Study NCT00000849   Information provided by National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
First Received: November 2, 1999   Last Updated: July 29, 2008   History of Changes

November 2, 1999
July 29, 2008
 
 
 
 
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A Study to Test the Safety of Recombinant Interleukin-2 (rIL-2) in HIV-Infected Children
Phase I/II Trial of Recombinant Interleukin-2 In Symptomatic Human Immunodeficiency Virus-Infected Children

The purpose of this study is to determine the safety and maximum tolerated dose (the highest dose that can be given safely) of recombinant Interleukin-2 (rIL-2) in HIV-infected children. This study also evaluates the effect of rIL-2 on the immune system of these patients.

IL-2 is a substance naturally produced by the body's white blood cells that plays an important role in helping the body fight infection. HIV-infected patients do not produce enough IL-2, and it is hoped that the use of rIL-2 may improve immune system function in these patients. First, it is necessary to determine the safety and effectiveness of this drug in HIV-infected children.

According to study records, IL-2 has not been tested in HIV-infected children. Experience with IL-2 in pediatric populations is extremely limited. Pahwa et al. gave 30,000 units/kg daily IV to a child with severe combined immunodeficiency. This dose was well tolerated and the patient improved clinically as well as immunologically. Part A is necessary to determine the maximum tolerated dose of IL-2 in infected children. Part B will determine the efficacy of the maximum tolerated dose in infected children.

Part A: Children will receive rIL-2 intravenously for 5 days every 8 weeks for 3 cycles. The study will enroll 4 patients in each of 3 dose levels. Dose escalation may occur if all 4 patients in a dose level tolerate therapy without evidence of Grade 3 (or higher) toxicity. If 1 of 4 subjects in any dose level experiences at least Grade 3 toxicity, 2 additional patients will be enrolled in that dose level. If 1 of these 2 additional patients experiences at least Grade 3 toxicity, dose escalation will not proceed. NOTE: Once Part A is completed and the maximum tolerated dose is established, children who participated in Part A and received less than the maximum tolerated dose will be offered additional therapy consisting of 3 cycles of rIL-2 at the maximum tolerated dose.

Part B: Children will receive rIL-2 intravenously at the maximum tolerated dose established in part A. Treatment will be given for 5 days every 8 weeks for 3 cycles. [AS PER AMENDMENT 6/4/98: Children will receive rIL-2 intravenously at the lowest dose for 5 days every 8 weeks for 6 cycles. Patients who received this dose in part A will also be offered this regimen.]

Phase I
Interventional
Treatment, Randomized, Safety Study
HIV Infections
Drug: Aldesleukin
 
Zeng C, Mawhinney S, Baron AE, McFarland EJ. Evaluating ELISPOT summary measures with criteria for obtaining reliable estimates. J Immunol Methods. 2005 Feb;297(1-2):97-108.

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Active, not recruiting
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Inclusion Criteria

Children may be eligible for this study if they:

  • Are HIV-positive.
  • Have decreased immune system functioning (CD4 count 500-1000 for 3- to 5-year-olds or CD4 count 200-500 for 6- to 12-year-olds).
  • Have symptomatic HIV infection.
  • Have a viral level less than 400 copies/ml.
  • Are between the ages of 3 and 12 (consent of parent or guardian required).

Exclusion Criteria

Children will not be eligible for this study if they:

  • Have an active opportunistic infection.
  • Are pregnant.
Both
3 Years to 12 Years
No
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United States
 
NCT00000849
 
ACTG 299, PACTG 299
National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD)
Study Chair: Stuart Starr
Study Chair: Steven Douglas
National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
August 2004

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