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Status unknownNCT03836833LOLIPOPUpdated Jun 7, 2019

Lopinavir/r/ Lamivudine/ Abacavir as an Easy to Use Paediatric Formulation

A Phase 1/2 interventional study of ABC/3TC/LPV/r granules (30/15/40/10 mgs) and LPV/r Pellets (40/10mgs) plus ABC/3TC (60/30mgs) in HIV, sponsored by Drugs for Neglected Diseases. Status unknown at 3 sites in Uganda. Open to participants aged 4 Weeks and older. Per ClinicalTrials.gov, last updated 2019-06-07.

Sponsored by Drugs for Neglected Diseases · Phase 1/2, Interventional, and Treatment

The sponsor has not verified this record recently (last verified May 2019), so the status shown — last known as Recruiting — may be out of date.
Phase
Phase 1/2
Study type
Interventional
Enrollment
50
Allocation
Randomized
Ages
4 Weeks and older
Sex
All
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Study summary

A phase I/II, open label, randomized crossover pharmacokinetic, safety and acceptability study of the Abacavir/Lamivudine/ Lopinavir/Ritonavir (30/15/ 40/10mg ;4-in-1) Fixed-Dose Combination vs. Lopinavir/Ritonavir (40/10mg pellets) plus dual Abacavir/Lamivudine (60/30mg tablets) in HIV infected Children.

The study is intended to support the adoption of the 4-in-1 by healthcare providers and will provide data that may support its registration in certain countries. The study will be carried out in HIV-infected children in Uganda weighing 3 to 25 kg (inclusive) and unable to swallow tablets and will provide supportive clinical data on the pharmacokinetics, safety, tolerability and acceptability of the 4-in-1.

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The primary objective is to estimate the population average exposure to LPV, ABC and 3TC provided by the 4-in-1 formulation in HIV-infected children dosed per WHO weight bands.

The secondary objectives:

  • To determine the proportion of children overall, and within each weight band, with a lopinavir C12 \<1.0 mg/L while receiving the 4-in-1 formulation
  • To evaluate and compare the safety and tolerability of the 4-in-1 formulation versus a reference treatment regimen.
  • To compare the bioavailability of LPV, ABC and 3TC in the 4-in-1 formulation versus a reference treatment regimen.
  • To assess post exposure CD4 and viral load
  • To assess the factors that contribute to acceptability of the new 4-in-1 formulation.
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Conditions studied

  • HIV
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In context

Lead sponsor

Drugs for Neglected Diseases is the lead sponsor of 58 studies on the registry; 3 are open to participants now.

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Who can participate

Ages eligible
4 Weeks and older
Sexes eligible
All
Accepts healthy volunteers
No

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Inclusion criteria

  • Children > 4 weeks old and weighing ≥3 and \<25 kg at the time of enrolment
  • Past or current documentation of a confirmed diagnosis of HIV infection defined as two positive assays from two different samples. The two results may be in any combination of the following:
  • At any age: HIV-1 DNA PCR positive
  • Documented past HIV-1 RNA viral load > 1,000 copies/mL plasma
  • At any age >18 months of age: HIV-1 antibody reactive on two different rapid tests based on national testing algorithm
  • ARV treatment eligible children with LPV-based treatment indication* as defined by country-specific guidelines or the WHO paediatric treatment guidelines and confirmed by the investigator
  • HIV RNA viral load \<1000 copies/mL (suppressed) at the screening visit*
  • Inability to swallow LPV/r tablets
  • Parent or guardian able and willing to provide written informed consent.
  • For lowest weight band (≥3 and ≤ 5.9kgs) ONLY: under treatment for at least 3 weeks but not more than 12 weeks.

    • Does not apply to the youngest children (≥3 and ≤ 5.9kgs)

Exclusion criteria

Exclusion Criteria:

  • Planned or concurrent use of NNRTIs, integrase inhibitors, entry inhibitors, or Protease Inhibitors (PIs) other than LPV/r.
  • Treatment failure with proven resistances to PIs.
  • Contraindication to use of PIs
  • Clinical condition requiring the use of a prohibited medication (see section 7.6) in association with LPV/r, ABC/3TC (Refer to section 7.2- 7.3 of the IB)
  • Pulmonary Tuberculosis and any clinically significant disease or finding during screening that, in the investigator's opinion, would compromise participation in this study.
  • Treatment with experimental drugs (except for LPV/r Pellets) for any indication within 30 days prior to study entry
  • Anticipated transfer of care to a non-participating health facility during the study period
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Study design

Phase
Phase 1 / Phase 2
Primary purpose
Treatment
Allocation
Randomized
Intervention model
Crossover assignment
Masking
None (open label)
Enrollment
50 participants (estimated)

Study arms

  • Experimental
    4in1 granules

    Abacavir/Lamivudine/ Lopinavir/Ritonavir (30/15/ 40/10mg ;4-in-1) Fixed-Dose Combination in granules formulation administered twice daily for at least 3 weeks, Followed by Lopinavir/Ritonavir (40/10mg pellets) plus dual Abacavir/Lamivudine (60/30mg dispersible tablets) administered twice daily for at least 3 weeks.

    Drug: ABC/3TC/LPV/r granules (30/15/40/10 mgs) · Drug: LPV/r Pellets (40/10mgs) plus ABC/3TC (60/30mgs)

  • Experimental
    LPV/r Pellets Plus ABC/3TC

    Lopinavir/Ritonavir (40/10mg pellets) plus dual Abacavir/Lamivudine (60/30mg dispersible tablets) administered twice daily for at least 3 weeks. Followed by Abacavir/Lamivudine/ Lopinavir/Ritonavir (30/15/ 40/10mg ;4-in-1) Fixed-Dose Combination in granules formulation administered twice daily for at least 3 weeks

    Drug: ABC/3TC/LPV/r granules (30/15/40/10 mgs) · Drug: LPV/r Pellets (40/10mgs) plus ABC/3TC (60/30mgs)

Interventions

  • DrugABC/3TC/LPV/r granules (30/15/40/10 mgs)

    This is a fixed dose combination. Each capsule contains Lopinavir (40mg), Ritonavir (10mg), Abacavir (30mg) and Lamivudine (15mg) in granules formulation. Dosage according to patient's weight: Between 3 and 5.9kg: 2 capsules twice a day Between 6 and 9.9kg: 3 capsules twice a day Between 10 and 13.9kg: 4 capsules twice a day Between 14 and 19.9kg: 5 capsules twice a day Between 20 and 24.9kg: 6 capsules twice a day

    Also known as: 4in1 Granules

  • DrugLPV/r Pellets (40/10mgs) plus ABC/3TC (60/30mgs)

    Lopinavir/Ritonavir (40/10mg pellets) plus dual Abacavir/Lamivudine (60/30mg dispersible tablets) Dosage according to patient's weight: LPV/r Pellets: Between 3 and 5.9kg: 2 capsules twice a day Between 6 and 9.9kg: 3 capsules twice a day Between 10 and 13.9kg: 4 capsules twice a day Between 14 and 19.9kg: 5 capsules twice a day Between 20 and 24.9kg: 6 capsules twice a day ABC/3TC: Between 3 and 5.9kg: 1 tablet twice a day Between 6 and 9.9kg: 1.5 tablets twice a day Between 10 and 13.9kg: 2 tablets twice a day Between 14 and 19.9kg: 2.5 tablets twice a day Between 20 and 24.9kg: 3 tablets twice a day

    Also known as: L PV/r Pellets Plus ABC/3TC tablets

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What researchers measure

Primary outcomes

  1. 0 -12 hours Area under the curve plasma concentration versus time for LPV, ABC and 3TC in the 4-in- formulation

    0 -12 hours Area under the curve plasma concentration versus time for LPV, ABC and 3TC in the 4-in- formulation

    Time frame: 0-12 hours

Secondary outcomes

  1. Plasma concentration at 12 hours for LPV in the 4in1 formulation

    Plasma concentration at 12 hours for LPV in the 4in1 formulation

    Time frame: 12 hours

  2. Peak plasma concentration (Cmax) of LPV, ABC and 3TC with the 4-in-1 formulation.

    Plasma concentration maximum of LPV, ABC and 3TC with the 4-in-1 formulation.

    Time frame: 3-5 weeks

  3. Concentration time maximum for LPV, ABC and 3TC with the 4-in-1 formulation.

    Concentration time maximum for LPV, ABC and 3TC with the 4-in-1 formulation.

    Time frame: 3-5 weeks

  4. Clearance function for LPV, ABC and 3TC with the 4-in-1 formulation.

    Clearance function for LPV, ABC and 3TC with the 4-in-1 formulation.

    Time frame: 3-5 weeks

  5. Geometric mean ratio (GMR) of steady state LPV, ABC and 3TC versus time (0-12) in the 4-in-1 formulation versus the reference treatment regimen

    Geometric mean ratio (GMR) of steady state LPV, ABC and 3TC versus time (0-12) in the 4-in-1 formulation versus the reference treatment regimen.

    Time frame: 0 - 12 hours

  6. Area under curve plasma concentration versus time (0-12) in the 4-in-1 formulation versus the reference treatment regimen.

    Area under curve plasma concentration versus time (0-12) in the 4-in-1 formulation versus the reference treatment regimen.

    Time frame: 0 - 12 hours

  7. Geometric mean ratio (GMR) of steady state LPV, ABC and 3TC in the 4-in-1 formulation versus the reference treatment regimen.

    Geometric mean ratio (GMR) of steady state LPV, ABC and 3TC in the 4-in-1 formulation versus the reference treatment regimen.

    Time frame: 0 - 12 hours

  8. Peak plasma concentration in the 4-in-1 formulation versus the reference treatment regimen.

    Peak plasma concentration in the 4-in-1 formulation versus the reference treatment regimen.

    Time frame: 3-5 weeks

  9. Safety: A description of the proportion of children experiencing an Adverse event or Serious Adverse event binomial distribution compared between the two formulations.

    Safety: A description of the proportion of children experiencing an Adverse event or Serious Adverse event binomial distribution compared between the two formulations.

    Time frame: 6-8 weeks

  10. Safety: Summary of the number and percent of subjects with documented Grade 3 or higher adverse events; each summary will be conducted overall and by formulation

    Safety: Summary of the number and percent of subjects with documented Grade 3 or higher adverse events; each summary will be conducted overall and by formulation

    Time frame: 6-8 weeks

  11. Proportion of children with viral load <1000 copies/ml

    Comparison of proportion of children with viral load less than 1000 copies/ml at baseline and at end of the study.

    Time frame: 6-8 weeks

  12. Changes in CD4 counts compared to baseline

    Changes in CD4 counts compared to baseline

    Time frame: 6-8 week

  13. Changes in CD4 percentage compared to baseline

    Changes in CD4 percentage compared to baseline

    Time frame: 6-8 weeks

  14. Acceptability: Description of factors that affect acceptability of the 4 in1 formulation

    Description of factors that affect acceptability of the 4in1 formulation as reported by the caregivers

    Time frame: 6-8 weeks

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Study locations

3 of 3 sites recruiting
  • Baylor College of Medicine Children's Foundation Uganda
    Kampala, Uganda
    Recruiting
  • Joint Clinical research Centre
    Kampala, Uganda
    Recruiting
  • Epicentre Mbarara Research Centre
    Mbarara, Uganda
    Recruiting
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References and documents

Publications

  • Rotsaert A, Ogara C, Mwanga-Amumpaire J, Kekitiinwa AR, Musiime V, Najjingo E, Kisitu GP, Nazzinda R, Nambi E, Lee J, Diallo M, Kyomuhendo F, Waweru M, Andrieux-Meyer I, Nostlinger C. Acceptability of a new 4-in-1 Abacavir/Lamivudine/Lopinavir/Ritonavir paediatric fixed-dose combination: the caregiver-child dyads' perspective. Ther Adv Infect Dis. 2023 Mar 21;10:20499361231159993. doi: 10.1177/20499361231159993. eCollection 2023 Jan-Dec. PubMed 36968554 ↗

Individual participant data

Plan to share: Undecided

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Timeline

Tracking since Sep 25, 2026
ElapsedEstimatedEstimated, not yet reached

Started Jun 2019 (actual). Primary completion is estimated for Nov 2019, 5 months after the start.

How these figures are worked out, and which studies are left out of them.

Registered
Dec 13, 2018
First posted
Feb 11, 2019
StartActual
Jun 4, 2019
Primary completionEst.
Nov 2019
CompletionEst.
Dec 2019
Last update
Jun 7, 2019
What these dates mean
Start.
When the first participant enrolled; while estimated, when the study expects to open to recruitment.
Primary completion.
When the last participant was examined or treated to collect data for the study's main question, its primary outcome. A study that stopped early gives the date its data collection stopped.
Completion.
When the last participant's last visit took place, for every outcome, secondary ones and side effects included: the end of the study. Often later than primary completion, sometimes the same day.
Actual and Est.
Actual means the registry says the date has happened. Est. (estimated) is a date the sponsor plans or expects. It can still move, and the sponsor is expected to change it to actual once it has passed.
No changes since tracking began. The registry record was last updated on Jun 7, 2019, before this site started recording changes on Sep 25, 2026. Its history is on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗
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Registry details

Key details

Study ID
NCT03836833
Lead sponsor
Drugs for Neglected Diseases
Collaborators
UNITAID, AMS-PHPT Research Platform (Program for HIV Prevention and Treatment), Joint Clinical Research Centre- Kampala, Baylor College of Medicine Children's Foundation, Epcentre Centre Mbarara Research Centre, Institute of Tropical Medicine, Belgium
Responsible party
Sponsor
First posted
Feb 11, 2019
Start date
Jun 4, 2019
Primary completion
Nov 2019 (estimated)
Completion
Dec 2019 (estimated)
Last update
Jun 7, 2019

Study contacts

Isabelle Andrieux-Meyer, MD
Contact
iandrieux-meyer@dndi.org
+41 22 906 92 68
Isabelle Andrieux-Meyer, MD
study director · Drugs for Neglected Diseases initiative

Oversight

Data monitoring committee
Yes
FDA-regulated drug
No
FDA-regulated device
No
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