Dapsone 100 Mg Versus 50 as Primary Prophylaxis for Pneumocystis Carinii Pneumonia (PCP) in Patients With AIDS-Related Complex (ARC)
Pneumonia, Pneumocystis Carinii, HIV Infections
About this trial
This is an interventional treatment trial for Pneumonia, Pneumocystis Carinii focused on measuring AIDS-Related Opportunistic Infections, Pneumonia, Pneumocystis carinii, Leukoplakia, Oral, Dapsone, AIDS-Related Complex, Candidiasis, Oral
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria The patient must have HIV positive antibody test and presence of oral thrush or hairy leukoplakia. Patient must be willing and able to sign informed consent. Exclusion Criteria Co-existing Condition: Patients with the following are excluded: Prior Pneumocystis carinii pneumonia (PCP) or AIDS-defining condition. Prophylaxis for PCP in preceding 3 months. Absence of detectable glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) activity. Prior type I hypersensitivity (anaphylaxis, urticaria, angioedema) or exfoliative dermatitis during treatment with dapsone. History of poor compliance. Concurrent Medication: Excluded: Zidovudine (AZT). Patients with the following are excluded: Prior Pneumocystis carinii pneumonia (PCP) or AIDS-defining condition. Prophylaxis for PCP in preceding 3 months. Absence of detectable glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) activity. Concurrent or prior therapy with zidovudine (AZT). Prior type I hypersensitivity (anaphylaxis, urticaria, angioedema) or exfoliative dermatitis during treatment with dapsone. History of poor compliance. Prior Medication: Excluded: Zidovudine (AZT).
Sites / Locations
- UCLA CARE Ctr