๐Ÿ›๏ธ Verified NIH Record โ€ข Updated 2026-08-14

Baricitinib Curative Repression of HIV-1 (NCT07209267)

๐ŸŸก Not Yet Recruiting Phase2 ๐Ÿ’Š Investigational Drug / Biologic Sponsor: Emory University

๐Ÿฉบ Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)

This study is being done to test whether a drug called baricitinib, which blocks specific causes of inflammation, affects HIV-1 viral rebound and viral load levels after HIV treatment is discontinued. Researchers will test the effects of continuing baricitinib in people with HIV before and after discontinuing their antiretroviral therapy. This drug is approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for other diseases; it is not approved for the treatment of HIV-1. The study team will also investigate any side effects associated with the drug.

Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.

Location: Grady Infectious Diseases Clinic (Ponce Center) โ€” Atlanta, Georgia

Age range: 18 Years to 70 Years

๐Ÿ“‹ "Do I Qualify?" โ€” 1-Minute Self Screener

Instant Checklist

Full eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria โ†—

๐Ÿ“ All Participating Trial Locations (2 Sites)

  • Grady Infectious Diseases Clinic (Ponce Center) โ€” Atlanta, Georgia
  • Dr. Gavegnano's Laboratory โ€” Atlanta, Georgia

๐Ÿ“ž Contact the Study Coordinator

Phone: (404) 616-0673

Email: vcmarco@emory.edu

Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.

๐Ÿ’ฐ Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights

  • 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
  • Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA ยง 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
  • Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.

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๐Ÿ’ก How to Participate

  1. Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
  2. Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
  3. Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
  4. Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.
๐Ÿ›๏ธ View Official NIH Record โ†—