Clinical Trial: A Phase I/II Study of Recombinant Interleukin-4 in AIDS and Kaposi's Sarcoma

Study Status: Completed
Recruit Status: Completed
Study Type: Interventional




Official Title: A Phase I/II Study of Recombinant Interleukin-4 in AIDS and Kaposi's Sarcoma

Brief Summary:

To determine the safety and tolerance of interleukin-4 (IL-4) in patients with AIDS-related Kaposi's sarcoma. To determine the effects of IL-4 on tumor growth in patients with AIDS-related Kaposi's sarcoma.

IL-4 exhibits a variety of beneficial effects on the immune system and is a potent inhibitor of Kaposi's sarcoma cells in vitro.