Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver DiseasePhase 2ARRIVENCT02684591
Aramchol for HIV-associated Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease and Lipodystrophy
A Phase 2 study testing Aramchol in people with Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease and HIV, run by University of California, San Diego at 1 site in United States.
Trial summary
A subset of patients with NAFLD that have not been extensively studied are those infected with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). Currently, there is no FDA approved treatment for NAFLD or NASH. Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Ages 18 years and older
- Conditions the study is for
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, HIV
- What is being tested?
- Aramchol
- Type of treatment
- Pill or oral medicine
- Could I receive a placebo?
- Yes, some participants may receive a placebo
- How many people
- 50 participants
- Where
- 1 siteUnited States
- Study dates
- Jan 2016to Feb 2018
- Phase
- Phase 2
- Are there results?
- Yes, posted in the registrySummary in the doctors' view
Key requirements
Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.
- Ages 18 years and older
- All sexes
- No healthy volunteers
- Adult, Older adult
Who may be able to join
- Age at entry at least 18 years.
- And at least one of the following risk factor for more severe liver disease: Hypertriglyceridemia based upon ATP-III guidelines, Increased LDL cholesterol or increased total cholesterol based upon ATP-III guidelines, Decreased HDL cholesterol based upon ATP-III guidelines, Serum alanine (ALT) or aspartate (AST) aminotransferase activities that are above the upper limits of normal. 19 or more in women and 30 or more in men, Overweight as defined as BMI: 25 < 30 kg/m2, Obesity as defined BMI ≥ 30 kg/m2, Hyperuricemia based upon ATP-III guidelines, Prediabetes or Diabetes by American Diabetes Association Criteria
- Lipodystrophy will be confirmed on both clinical and radiologic assessment and defined as: Clinical history and/or exam by the study physician with signs of either facial,temporal, upper or lower extremity lipo-atrophy, Documented abdominal fat accumulation with presence of hepatic steatosis on MRI
- An MRI-determined fat fraction classification threshold (≥5%) will be used to confirm subjects. MR examinations will include four research sequences (three imaging sequences and one single-voxel spectroscopy sequence) that have been developed and refined by Dr. Sirlin, allowing for the measurement of liver fat fraction and newer candidate MR biomarkers for future NAFLD studies. MR examinations will last 20-30 minutes and will be performed without contrast agents. Subjects will be scanned at 1.5T. To assess sequence repeatability, two sequences per subject, block randomized, will be run three times. For MR elastography, MR imaging will be done which will include placing a vibrating paddle over the abdomen while images are obtained. A comprehensive screening questionnaire will be utilized prior to subjects having an MRI. Experienced research MR technologists will perform MR examinations under the supervision of Dr. Sirlin.
- History of HIV documented by a previously positive HIV Elisa or PCR.
- Stable antiretroviral (ART) regimen for at least 12 weeks prior to study inclusion.
- Written informed consent.
Who cannot join
- Evidence of another form of liver disease: Hepatitis B as defined as presence of hepatitis B surface antigen (HBsAg), Hepatitis C as defined by presence of hepatitis C virus (HCV) RNA in serum, Autoimmune hepatitis as defined by anti-nuclear antibody (ANA) of 1:160 or greater and liver histology consistent with autoimmune hepatitis or previous response to immunosuppressive therapy, Autoimmune cholestatic liver disorders as defined by elevation of alkaline phosphatase and anti-mitochondrial antibody of greater than 1:80 or liver histology consistent with rimary biliary cirrhosis or elevation of alkaline phosphatase and liver histology consistent with sclerosing cholangitis, Wilsons disease as defined by ceruloplasmin below the limits of normal and liver histology consistent with Wilsons disease Alpha-1-antitrypsin deficiency as defined by alpha-1-antitrypsin level less than normal and liver histology consistent with alpha-1-antitrypsin deficiency hemochromatosis as defined by presence of 3+ or 4+ stainable iron on liver biopsy and homozygosity for C282Y or compound heterozygosity for C282Y/H63D, Drug-induced liver disease as defined on the basis of typical exposure and history,Bile duct obstruction as shown by imaging studies.
- Evidence of liver cirrhosis based upon clinical assessment, imaging or any of the following lab abnormalities: INR >1.4, albumin <3.2 g/dL, platelet count <90 x 103/microliter
- History of excess alcohol ingestion, averaging more than 30 gm/day (3 drinks per day) in the previous 10 years, or history of alcohol intake averaging greater than 10 gm/day (1 drink per day or 7 drinks per week) in the previous one year.
- Contraindications to MRI: The subject has any contraindication to MR imaging, such as patients with pacemakers, metallic cardiac valves, magnetic material such as surgical clips, implanted electronic infusion pumps or other conditions that would preclude proximity to a strong magnetic field, the subject has a history of extreme claustrophobia, The subject cannot fit inside the MR scanner cavity, decompensated liver disease, Child-Pugh score greater than or equal to 7 points
- 6. History of gastrointestinal bypass surgery or ingestion of drugs known to produce hepatic steatosis including corticosteroids, high-dose estrogens, methotrexate, tetracycline or amiodarone in the previous 6 months. 7. Recent use (within the last 90 days) of medications to treat hepatic steatosis such as pioglitazone (or medications in the same class) or vitamin E. 8. Use of Aramchol or agents in the same class. 9. Recent use (within the last 90 days) of insulin as an outpatient for management of diabetes.
- 10. HbA1c > 9 or uncontrolled diabetes. 11. Significant systemic or major illnesses other than liver disease, including congestive heart failure, coronary artery disease, cerebrovascular disease, pulmonary disease with hypoxia, renal failure, organ transplantation, serious psychiatric disease, malignancy that, in the opinion of the investigator would preclude treatment with Aramchol and adequate follow up.
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- 12. Active substance abuse, such as alcohol, inhaled or injection drugs within the previous one year. 13. Pregnancy or inability to practice adequate contraception in women of childbearing potential.
- 14. Evidence of hepatocellular carcinoma: alpha-fetoprotein levels greater than 200 ng/ml and/or liver mass on imaging study that is suggestive of liver cancer.
- 15. HIV specific exclusions: CD4 count of less than 200 cells/μL, Detectable viral load,Changes to ART regimen in the preceding 12 weeks,Lack of alternative ART regimens should the patient experience virologic breakthrough,History of opportunistic infection in the preceding 12 months
- 16. Symptoms of uncontrolled gastrointestinal disorders involving motility, gastric acid or gastric emptying malabsorption ,Disorders including but not limited to peptic ulcer disease, gastroesophageal reflux, dyspepsia, gastroparesis, chronic diarrhea, chromic constipation, gall bladder disease,pancreatitis, lactose intolerance and celiac disease.Patients who have used anticholinergic or other drugs known to affect gastrointestinal motility within 7 days prior to dosing and throughout the study will also be excluded
- 17. Patients with hypersensitivity to Aramchol or to any of the excipients in the tablets or with hypersensitivity to cholic acid or bile acid sequestrants
- 18. Any other condition, which, in the opinion of the investigators would impede competence or compliance or possibility hinder completion of the study.
Trial locations and contacts
1 site in 1 country.
United States1 site
University of California, San Diego
San Diego, California, 92103
About this study
Official title: Aramchol Versus Placebo in the Treatment of HIV-associated Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease and Lipodystrophy: A Randomized, Double-blinded, Allocation-concealed, Placebo-controlled Clinical Trial
A subset of patients with NAFLD that have not been extensively studied are those infected with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). Currently, there is no FDA approved treatment for NAFLD or NASH. Additionally, there have been no significant clinical trials for HIV patients with NAFLD and there are no approved treatment options. We plan to conduct a randomized, double-blinded, placebo-controlled clinical trial to examine the efficacy of 600 mg of Aramchol daily (including 200 mg tablet and 400 mg tablet) versus identical placebo given over 12 weeks to improve HIV-associated hepatic steatosis as measured by a validated and accurate magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)-based technique.
Read the detailed description
We plan to conduct a randomized, double-blinded, placebo-controlled clinical trial to examine the efficacy of Aramchol at 600 mg/day orally versus identical placebo given over 12 weeks to improve HIV-associated hepatic steatosis as measured by a validated and accurate magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)-based technique. In this study, we propose to randomize up to 50 patients with HIV-associated NAFLD to either Aramchol or placebo for 12 weeks. We plan to enroll a total of 55 patients, expecting some drop outs prior to randomization. After an initial evaluation for insulin sensitivity, liver fat measurement by MRI, and total body fat content by DEXA, patients will be randomized to receive either Aramchol 600 mg/day or placebo orally for 12 weeks. Patients will be monitored at regular intervals for symptoms of liver disease, side effects of medication, and serum biochemical and metabolic indices. Patients will also be assessed for continued HIV viral load suppression and continued tolerance of antiretroviral therapy. At the end of 12 weeks, patients will have a repeat medical evaluation, liver fat measurement, and total body fat content measurement. Pre and post treatment liver fat by MRI, ALT/AST, HbA1c, CRP, insulin sensitivity, and DEXA for whole body fat will be compared. The primary end point of successful therapy will be improvement in liver fat by MRI. Secondary end points will be improvement in total body fat, insulin sensitivity and liver biochemistry.
- Conditions
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, HIV
- Being tested
- Aramchol, Placebo
- Medical subject headings
- Non-alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
What participants receive
What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.
AramcholDrug
Also called arachidyl amido cholanoic acid
Aramchol, a conjugate of Cholic acid and Arachidic acid, is a first in class member of a novel family of synthetic Fatty-Acid / Bile-Acid Conjugates (FABACs). FABACs are composed of endogenic compounds, orally administrated with potentially good safety and tolerability parameters
PlaceboDrug
Placebo
| Study group | Role | What they receive |
|---|---|---|
| Aramchol 600 mg orally daily | Experimental | Total 600 mg Aramchol (200 mg/tablet and 400 mg/tablet) per day once a day orally for 12 weeks.
Intervention: Aramchol Receives: Drug: Aramchol |
| Placebo | Placebo comparator | Placebo in the form of a tablet; Two bottles will be given to patient and they will take two pills, once a day orally for 12 weeks. Receives: Drug: Placebo |
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
Efficacy of Aramchol 600 mg vs. Placebo in Improving Hepatic Steatosis Assessed by Magnetic Resonance Imaging in Patients With HIV-associated NAFLD
To examine the efficacy of aramchol at 600 mg orally daily versus placebo in improving hepatic steatosis assessed by magnetic resonance imaging in patients with HIV-associated NAFLD
Measured: 12 weeks
Secondary outcomes (1)
Serum Alanine Aminotransferase (ALT)
To examine the efficacy of two doses of aramchol: 200 mg/tablet and 400 mg/tablet / day orally daily versus placebo in improving serum alanine aminotransferase (ALT) levels in patients with HIV-associated NAFLD
Measured: 12 Weeks
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted18 Feb 2016 (estimated)
- Study startJan 2016
- Primary completionFeb 2018
- Study completionFeb 2018
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
- Posted resultsParticipant flow, outcome measures and adverse events reported by the sponsor.
- Publications (1)Papers the sponsor has linked to this study.
- Other trials for Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver DiseaseStudies of the same condition, open and under way.
- More trials run by University of California, San DiegoThe sponsor's other registered studies.
- What the trial phases meanHow a treatment moves from first tests in people to approval.
More details
For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.
Study design
- Study type
- Interventional
- Phase
- Phase 2
- Primary purpose
- Treatment
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Masking
- Triple blind
- Who is masked
- Participant, Care provider, Investigator
- Enrolment
- 50 participants (actual)
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- University of California, San Diego
- Sponsor type
- University, hospital or other
- Responsible party
- Principal investigator, Rohit Loomba, University of California, San Diego
- Investigators
- Rohit Loomba, M.D., Principal investigator, University of California, San Diego
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT02684591
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- ARRIVE
- Acronym
- ARRIVE
- Status last verified
- Jul 2020
- First submitted
- 15 Jan 2016
- Last updated
- 17 Jul 2020
- Results posted
- Yes, on ClinicalTrials.gov
- Data monitoring committee
- No
Publications
Ajmera VH, Cachay E, Ramers C, Vodkin I, Bassirian S, Singh S, Mangla N, Bettencourt R, Aldous JL, Park D, Lee D, Blanchard J, Mamidipalli A, Boehringer A, Aslam S, Leinhard OD, Richards L, Sirlin C, Loomba R. MRI Assessment of Treatment Response in HIV-associated NAFLD: A Randomized Trial of a Stearoyl-Coenzyme-A-Desaturase-1 Inhibitor (ARRIVE Trial). Hepatology. 2019 Nov;70(5):1531-1545. doi: 10.1002/hep.30674. Epub 2019 Jun 18.
PubMed 31013363
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 17 Jul 2020. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- Aramchol Versus Placebo in the Treatment of HIV-associated Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease and Lipodystrophy: A Randomized, Double-blinded, Allocation-concealed, Placebo-controlled Clinical Trial
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT02684591
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- ARRIVE / ARRIVE
- Conditions
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, HIV
- Phase
- Phase 2
- Study type
- Interventional
- Recruitment status
- Completed
- Enrolment
- 50 participants (actual)
- Lead sponsor
- University of California, San DiegoUniversity, hospital or other
- Study start
- Jan 2016
- Primary completion
- Feb 2018 (actual)
- Study completion
- Feb 2018 (actual)
- First posted
- 18 Feb 2016 (estimated)
- Results
- Posted 21 Aug 2019
Clinical summary
The research question as the sponsor registered it. This describes what the study plans to test, not what it found.
A subset of patients with NAFLD that have not been extensively studied are those infected with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). Currently, there is no FDA approved treatment for NAFLD or NASH. Additionally, there have been no significant clinical trials for HIV patients with NAFLD and there are no approved treatment options. We plan to conduct a randomized, double-blinded, placebo-controlled clinical trial to examine the efficacy of 600 mg of Aramchol daily (including 200 mg tablet and 400 mg tablet) versus identical placebo given over 12 weeks to improve HIV-associated hepatic steatosis as measured by a validated and accurate magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)-based technique.
Detailed description
We plan to conduct a randomized, double-blinded, placebo-controlled clinical trial to examine the efficacy of Aramchol at 600 mg/day orally versus identical placebo given over 12 weeks to improve HIV-associated hepatic steatosis as measured by a validated and accurate magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)-based technique. In this study, we propose to randomize up to 50 patients with HIV-associated NAFLD to either Aramchol or placebo for 12 weeks. We plan to enroll a total of 55 patients, expecting some drop outs prior to randomization. After an initial evaluation for insulin sensitivity, liver fat measurement by MRI, and total body fat content by DEXA, patients will be randomized to receive either Aramchol 600 mg/day or placebo orally for 12 weeks. Patients will be monitored at regular intervals for symptoms of liver disease, side effects of medication, and serum biochemical and metabolic indices. Patients will also be assessed for continued HIV viral load suppression and continued tolerance of antiretroviral therapy. At the end of 12 weeks, patients will have a repeat medical evaluation, liver fat measurement, and total body fat content measurement. Pre and post treatment liver fat by MRI, ALT/AST, HbA1c, CRP, insulin sensitivity, and DEXA for whole body fat will be compared. The primary end point of successful therapy will be improvement in liver fat by MRI. Secondary end points will be improvement in total body fat, insulin sensitivity and liver biochemistry.
Study design
- Primary purpose
- Treatment
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Masking
- Triple blind (participant, care provider, investigator)
- Number of arms
- 2
| Arm | Type | Receives |
|---|---|---|
| Aramchol 600 mg orally daily | Experimental | Drug: AramcholTotal 600 mg Aramchol (200 mg/tablet and 400 mg/tablet) per day once a day orally for 12 weeks. Intervention: Aramchol |
| Placebo | Placebo comparator | Drug: PlaceboPlacebo in the form of a tablet; Two bottles will be given to patient and they will take two pills, once a day orally for 12 weeks. |
Who may qualify
- Ages
- 18 years and older
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- Not accepted
- Age groups
- Adult, Older adult
Key inclusion criteria (7 listed)
- Age at entry at least 18 years.
- And at least one of the following risk factor for more severe liver disease: Hypertriglyceridemia based upon ATP-III guidelines, Increased LDL cholesterol or increased total cholesterol based upon ATP-III guidelines, Decreased HDL cholesterol based upon ATP-III guidelines, Serum alanine (ALT) or aspartate (AST) aminotransferase activities that are above the upper limits of normal. 19 or more in women and 30 or more in men, Overweight as defined as BMI: 25 < 30 kg/m2, Obesity as defined BMI ≥ 30 kg/m2, Hyperuricemia based upon ATP-III guidelines, Prediabetes or Diabetes by American Diabetes Association Criteria
- Lipodystrophy will be confirmed on both clinical and radiologic assessment and defined as: Clinical history and/or exam by the study physician with signs of either facial,temporal, upper or lower extremity lipo-atrophy, Documented abdominal fat accumulation with presence of hepatic steatosis on MRI
- An MRI-determined fat fraction classification threshold (≥5%) will be used to confirm subjects. MR examinations will include four research sequences (three imaging sequences and one single-voxel spectroscopy sequence) that have been developed and refined by Dr. Sirlin, allowing for the measurement of liver fat fraction and newer candidate MR biomarkers for future NAFLD studies. MR examinations will last 20-30 minutes and will be performed without contrast agents. Subjects will be scanned at 1.5T. To assess sequence repeatability, two sequences per subject, block randomized, will be run three times. For MR elastography, MR imaging will be done which will include placing a vibrating paddle over the abdomen while images are obtained. A comprehensive screening questionnaire will be utilized prior to subjects having an MRI. Experienced research MR technologists will perform MR examinations under the supervision of Dr. Sirlin.
- History of HIV documented by a previously positive HIV Elisa or PCR.
Key exclusion criteria (12 listed)
- Evidence of another form of liver disease: Hepatitis B as defined as presence of hepatitis B surface antigen (HBsAg), Hepatitis C as defined by presence of hepatitis C virus (HCV) RNA in serum, Autoimmune hepatitis as defined by anti-nuclear antibody (ANA) of 1:160 or greater and liver histology consistent with autoimmune hepatitis or previous response to immunosuppressive therapy, Autoimmune cholestatic liver disorders as defined by elevation of alkaline phosphatase and anti-mitochondrial antibody of greater than 1:80 or liver histology consistent with rimary biliary cirrhosis or elevation of alkaline phosphatase and liver histology consistent with sclerosing cholangitis, Wilsons disease as defined by ceruloplasmin below the limits of normal and liver histology consistent with Wilsons disease Alpha-1-antitrypsin deficiency as defined by alpha-1-antitrypsin level less than normal and liver histology consistent with alpha-1-antitrypsin deficiency hemochromatosis as defined by presence of 3+ or 4+ stainable iron on liver biopsy and homozygosity for C282Y or compound heterozygosity for C282Y/H63D, Drug-induced liver disease as defined on the basis of typical exposure and history,Bile duct obstruction as shown by imaging studies.
- Evidence of liver cirrhosis based upon clinical assessment, imaging or any of the following lab abnormalities: INR >1.4, albumin <3.2 g/dL, platelet count <90 x 103/microliter
- History of excess alcohol ingestion, averaging more than 30 gm/day (3 drinks per day) in the previous 10 years, or history of alcohol intake averaging greater than 10 gm/day (1 drink per day or 7 drinks per week) in the previous one year.
- Contraindications to MRI: The subject has any contraindication to MR imaging, such as patients with pacemakers, metallic cardiac valves, magnetic material such as surgical clips, implanted electronic infusion pumps or other conditions that would preclude proximity to a strong magnetic field, the subject has a history of extreme claustrophobia, The subject cannot fit inside the MR scanner cavity, decompensated liver disease, Child-Pugh score greater than or equal to 7 points
- 6. History of gastrointestinal bypass surgery or ingestion of drugs known to produce hepatic steatosis including corticosteroids, high-dose estrogens, methotrexate, tetracycline or amiodarone in the previous 6 months. 7. Recent use (within the last 90 days) of medications to treat hepatic steatosis such as pioglitazone (or medications in the same class) or vitamin E. 8. Use of Aramchol or agents in the same class. 9. Recent use (within the last 90 days) of insulin as an outpatient for management of diabetes.
Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening; this overview does not establish that a patient qualifies. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria.
Interventions
| Intervention | Type | Arms |
|---|---|---|
| AramcholAlso: arachidyl amido cholanoic acidAramchol, a conjugate of Cholic acid and Arachidic acid, is a first in class member of a novel family of synthetic Fatty-Acid / Bile-Acid Conjugates (FABACs). FABACs are composed of endogenic compounds, orally administrated with potentially good safety and tolerability parameters | Drug | Aramchol 600 mg orally daily |
| PlaceboPlacebo | Drug | Placebo |
Primary outcome
Efficacy of Aramchol 600 mg vs. Placebo in Improving Hepatic Steatosis Assessed by Magnetic Resonance Imaging in Patients With HIV-associated NAFLD
Time frame: 12 weeks
To examine the efficacy of aramchol at 600 mg orally daily versus placebo in improving hepatic steatosis assessed by magnetic resonance imaging in patients with HIV-associated NAFLD
1 secondary outcome
Serum Alanine Aminotransferase (ALT)
Time frame: 12 Weeks
Results and safety
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Research links
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govLast updated by the sponsor 17 Jul 2020.
- Posted resultsParticipant flow, baseline, all outcome measures and adverse events.
- Derived from this study: PubMed 31013363Ajmera VH, Cachay E, Ramers C, Vodkin I, Bassirian S, Singh S, Mangla N, Bettencourt R, Aldous JL, Park D, Lee D, Blanchard J, Mamidipalli A, Boehringer A, Aslam S, Leinhard OD, Richards L, Sirlin C, Loomba R. MRI Assessment of Treatment Response in HIV-associated NAFLD: A Randomized Trial of a Stearoyl-Coenzyme-A-Desaturase-1 Inhibitor (ARRIVE Trial). Hepatology. 2019 Nov;70(5):1531-1545. doi: 10.1002/hep.30674. Epub 2019 Jun 18.
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Referral and contact
AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals. Contact the study team or a site listed below; they decide who can take part. This study is not recruiting at the moment.
Rohit Loomba, M.D. principal investigator
University of California, San Diego
1 site in 1 country: see every site and its status.
Questions about this trial
What is this clinical trial studying?
A Phase 2 study testing Aramchol in people with Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease and HIV, run by University of California, San Diego at 1 site in United States.
The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.
Who may be eligible to take part?
The sponsor lists 7 inclusion and 12 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.
Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?
The record says: finished, as of the sponsor's last update on 17 Jul 2020. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.
Where is the study taking place?
The record lists 1 site in United States. Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.
What are the possible benefits and risks?
They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. Some participants in this study may receive a placebo. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.
What does this phase mean?
Phase 2 studies give the treatment to a larger group to see whether it has the intended effect and to keep checking safety.
Not every study follows the same path, and some studies (observational studies, device studies) have no phase.
Are results available for this study?
Yes. Results are posted in the registry (first posted 21 Aug 2019). A summary is in the For doctors view, and the full results are on ClinicalTrials.gov.
How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?
The record lists no contact. The official record names the sponsor, who can be asked directly. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.
What does the primary outcome measure?
Efficacy of Aramchol 600 mg vs. Placebo in Improving Hepatic Steatosis Assessed by Magnetic Resonance Imaging in Patients With HIV-associated NAFLD (time frame: 12 weeks). It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.
Where can I read the original study information?
On the ClinicalTrials.gov record for NCT02684591, which also lists 1 linked publication.
Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?
No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.
How often is this information updated?
AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 17 Jul 2020; AzTrials last refreshed its copy on 8 Nov 2026.