CompletedPhase 4ACTRN12605000208606

Prevention of Bone loss in HIV-infected patients taking Highly Active Antiretroviral Therapy with Zoledronate

A two year double blind, randomised, controlled trial to evaluate the efficacy of zoledronic acid in the prevention of bone loss in patients infected with human immunodeficiency virus taking highly active antiretroviral therapy (HAART)


Sponsor

Associate Professor A Grey

Enrollment

70 participants

Start Date

Feb 5, 2003

Study Type

Interventional

Conditions

Summary

This is a 2 year study designed to determine whether the use of an annual dose of zoledronate prevents bone loss associated with HIV infection


Eligibility

Sex: Males

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This clinical trial is studying Prevention of Bone loss in HIV-infected patients taking Highly Active Antiretroviral Therapy with Zoledronate. You may be eligible if you are men. Participation likely involves blood tests, taking a study medication.

This summary was AI-generated to explain the trial in plain language. It is not medical advice. Always discuss eligibility with your doctor before enrolling in a clinical trial.

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Interventions

4mg intravenous zoledronate given annually for 2 years compared with placebo. All participants will also take 50,000u calciferol monthly and 400mg calcium daily.

4mg intravenous zoledronate given annually for 2 years compared with placebo. All participants will also take 50,000u calciferol monthly and 400mg calcium daily.


Locations(1)

New Zealand

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