Phase I/II Study of Curdlan Sulfate

Summary

To assess the safety and tolerance of curdlan sulfate, as well as its anti-HIV activity, in HIV-infected patients with CD4 T-lymphocytes less than 500 cells/mm3, using first single doses and then, after FDA review, daily doses for 7 days.

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Publications

• Background Gordon M, Guralnik M, Kaneko Y, Mimura T, Baker M, Lang W. A phase I study of curdlan sulfate--an HIV inhibitor. Tolerance, pharmacokinetics and effects on coagulation and on CD4 lymphocytes. J Med. 1994;25(3-4):163-80.

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