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Protease Inhibitor
Lexiva for Laryngopharyngeal Reflux
Phase 3
Waitlist Available
Research Sponsored by Medical College of Wisconsin
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial Must have
Age ≥ 18 years
RFS ≥ 11
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up baseline and 12 weeks of treatment with lexiva.
Awards & highlights
Study Summary
This trial will test the efficacy of fosamprenavir/Lexiva as a treatment for laryngopharyngeal reflux (LPR), which causes chronic cough, throat clearing, hoarseness, and dysphagia.
Who is the study for?
This trial is for adults over 18 with moderate to severe LPR, a throat condition causing cough and hoarseness. Participants must have tried acid-reducing meds without success and be confirmed to have LPR by specific tests. It's not for those over 65, pregnant or nursing women, or people with certain GI diseases, past stomach surgeries, suspected cancer in the throat area, or on many other medications.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The study is testing Lexiva (an HIV drug) as a potential treatment for LPR by seeing if it can inhibit pepsin—a cause of inflammation in the throat. This will be a 12-week test where half the patients get Lexiva and half get a placebo. They'll measure symptoms before and after using questionnaires and saliva tests.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
While side effects are not detailed here, since Lexiva is an HIV medication being repurposed, common side effects may include gastrointestinal issues like nausea or diarrhea, headaches, fatigue, and possible allergic reactions.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria
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I am 18 years old or older.
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My cancer has not returned for at least 11 months.
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I have taken acid reflux medication for 3 months without improvement.
Timeline
Screening ~ 3 weeks3 visits
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~ baseline and 12 weeks of treatment with lexiva.
Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~baseline and 12 weeks of treatment with lexiva.
Treatment Details
Study Objectives
Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.Primary outcome measures
Change in Reflux Symptom Index (RSI)
Change in Reflux finding score (RFS)
Secondary outcome measures
Change in salivary pepsin enzyme activity
Side effects data
From 2010 Phase 4 trial • 36 Patients • NCT0101039911%
hypercholesterolemia
3%
diarrhea
3%
influenza
100%
80%
60%
40%
20%
0%
Study treatment Arm
Boosted Lexiva With Lovaza
Trial Design
2Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Placebo Group
Group I: LexivaExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Lexiva/fosamprenavir at the FDA approved and manufacturers recommended dose (1,400mg twice daily) for 12 weeks
Group II: PlaceboPlacebo Group1 Intervention
standard of care
Research Highlights
Information in this section is not a recommendation. We encourage patients to speak with their healthcare team when evaluating any treatment decision.Mechanism Of Action
Side Effect Profile
Prior Approvals
Other Research
Laryngopharyngeal Reflux (LPR) is commonly treated with proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) that reduce gastric acid production, but these do not prevent reflux events and are often ineffective for LPR. This is because pepsin, an enzyme responsible for laryngeal inflammation, remains active even in non-acidic environments.
Treatments like Fosamprenavir, which inhibit pepsin activity, are being studied for their potential to directly target the cause of LPR symptoms. This matters for LPR patients as it could provide a more effective treatment option, especially for those who do not respond to traditional acid-suppressive therapies.
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Who is running the clinical trial?
Medical College of WisconsinLead Sponsor
610 Previous Clinical Trials
1,162,427 Total Patients Enrolled
1 Trials studying Laryngopharyngeal Reflux
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Eligibility Criteria:
This trial includes the following eligibility criteria:- I am 18 years old or older.I am currently participating in another clinical trial.I have been diagnosed with laryngopharyngeal reflux (LPR).My cancer has not returned for at least 11 months.Your Respiratory Symptom Index score is 20 or more.I have cancer in the upper part of my throat behind the nose.I have taken acid reflux medication for 3 months without improvement.I have had surgery to prevent acid reflux.I might have esophageal cancer.I do not have a digestive condition like IBD that could affect survey responses.I am over 65, pregnant, or nursing, which makes Lexiva not recommended for me.I have had surgery on my stomach or esophagus.I can follow the treatment plan and provide saliva samples as needed.I have had surgery on my neck or voice box.I am taking five or more medications for different health issues.You have a certain type of acid reflux confirmed by a specific test.I am not taking any medications that interact with Lexiva.I regularly visit a throat specialist and have had throat exams and acid tests.
Research Study Groups:
This trial has the following groups:- Group 1: Lexiva
- Group 2: Placebo
Awards:
This trial has 1 awards, including:- Pivotal Trial - The final step before approval, pivotal trials feature drugs that have already shown basic safety & efficacy.
Timeline:
This trial has the following timeline:- Screening: It may take up to 3 Weeks to process to see if you qualify in this trial.
- Treatment: The duration you will receive the treatment varies.
- Follow Ups: You may be asked to continue sharing information regarding the trial for 6 Months after you stop receiving the treatment.
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