Anal High-grade Squamous Intraepithelial Lesion study: Artesunate ointment
Official title Artesunate Ointment for the Treatment of Anal HSIL in HIV-negative Participants
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06206564
What this study is testing
What is Artesunate ointment?
An investigational topical ointment being studied for the treatment of anal high‑grade squamous intraepithelial lesions (HSIL).
Also referred to as Artesunic acid, Dihydroartemisinin (DHA), Artemisinin.
Plain-language explanation of the investigational treatment. It is being studied and is not an approved or proven therapy. The study team can confirm the details.
- What it's testing
- The study aims to determine whether artesunate ointment can treat anal high‑grade squamous intraepithelial lesions (HSIL) in people who are HIV‑negative.
- Who it's for
- HIV‑negative men and women who have anal HSIL.
- What's involved
- Participants will receive either artesunate ointment or a placebo applied to the affected area, and will attend scheduled visits for follow‑up examinations and tests.
- Phase 2: a mid-size study of how well it works
- You might receive a placebo (an inactive treatment) instead of the study drug, decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older
You may be able to join if
- Adult men and women age ≥ 18 years
- Capable of informed consent
- Biopsy-confirmed intra-anal high-grade dysplasia (AIN 2, AIN 3, anal HSIL) by HRA.
- Positive anal human papillomavirus (HPV) test.
- Women of childbearing potential agree to use birth control for the duration of the study.
You likely can't join if
- Pregnant and nursing women
- Diagnosis of low-grade anal dysplasia (AIN 1, LSIL), without the concomitant diagnosis of anal HSIL, by HRA
- Concurrent anal, vulvar, cervical, or penile cancer
- HIV-seropositivity
- Currently receiving systemic chemotherapy or radiation therapy for another cancer.
- Patients who are on medical treatment with systemic immunosuppressants or steroids (e.g., active autoimmune disease).
See the full eligibility criteria
- Adult men and women age ≥ 18 years
- Capable of informed consent
- Biopsy-confirmed intra-anal high-grade dysplasia (AIN 2, AIN 3, anal HSIL) by HRA.
- Positive anal human papillomavirus (HPV) test.
- Women of childbearing potential agree to use birth control for the duration of the study.
- Serum alanine transaminase (SGPT/ALT) \< 5 x upper limit of normal (ULN)
- Serum aspartate transaminase (SGOT/AST) \< 5 x ULN
- Serum Bilirubin (total) \< 2.5 x ULN
- Serum Creatinine ≤ 1.5 x ULN
- Electrocardiogram (ECG) with no clinically significant findings as assessed by the Investigator.
- Weight ≥ 50kg
- Pregnant and nursing women
- Diagnosis of low-grade anal dysplasia (AIN 1, LSIL), without the concomitant diagnosis of anal HSIL, by HRA
- Concurrent anal, vulvar, cervical, or penile cancer
- HIV-seropositivity
- Currently receiving systemic chemotherapy or radiation therapy for another cancer.
- Patients who are on medical treatment with systemic immunosuppressants or steroids (e.g., active autoimmune disease). Participants using nasal steroid treatments for allergic conditions may participate in the study.
- Concomitant use of strong UGT (Uridine-diphosphate-glucuronosyltransferase) inhibitors
- Concomitant use of imiquimod or 5-fluorouracil (5-FU) for the duration of the study
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Chicago, Illinois, United States
- New York, New York, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
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How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Chicago, Illinois, United States; New York, New York, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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