drugset / Trial / NCT00140244

Randomized, Placebo-Controlled Study of Leptin for the Treatment of HIV Lipodystrophy and Metabolic Syndrome

NCT00140244

RandomizedCrossoverTriple-blindTreatment

Summary

The purpose of this study is to examine whether replacing leptin to normal levels can reverse the changes in fat distribution, lipid profile, and other metabolic problems associated with highly active antiretroviral therapy (HAART)-induced lipodystrophy and metabolic syndrome in HIV patients.

Timeline

Start
2001-12
Primary completion
2011-06
Completion
2011-06

Drugs

EvaluationDrugModalityDoseRoute
Comparator Metreleptin Protein / enzyme biologic Subcutaneous

Indications