Vitamin A to Reduce HIV in Vaginal Secretions and Prevent Viral Transmission

Summary

HIV infected individuals with vitamin A deficiency may be more likely to transmit the virus to others than HIV infected individuals who have normal levels of vitamin A. The presence of HIV DNA in vaginal secretions may indicate a greater risk for transmission of HIV to others. The purpose of this study is to determine if taking vitamin A decreases the level of HIV DNA in vaginal secretions.

Timeline

Start

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Primary completion

2006-06

Completion

2006-06

Drugs

Indications