Can a common statin help HIV Patients' heart health?

NCT ID NCT00221754

First seen Jun 04, 2026 · Last updated Jun 04, 2026

Summary

This study looked at whether pravastatin, a cholesterol-lowering drug, is safe and effective for people with HIV who have high cholesterol from their HIV medications. 21 adults with well-controlled HIV took pravastatin or a placebo for 12 weeks. Researchers checked cholesterol levels, HIV virus levels, and safety. The goal was to manage a side effect of HIV treatment, not to cure HIV.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Hôpital Saint André, Service de médecine interne et maladies infectieuses

    Bordeaux, 33000, France

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