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Adherence in Patients Receiving PegIntron/Rebetol for Hepatitis C in Conjunction With a Psychotherapy Support Program (Study P04252)

Information source: Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp.
ClinicalTrials.gov processed this data on August 23, 2015
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Condition(s) targeted: Hepatitis C, Chronic; Hepacivirus

Intervention: Peginterferon alfa-2b (PegIntron) (Biological); Rebetol (Ribavirin) (Drug); Psychotherapy support program (Behavioral)

Phase: N/A

Status: Completed

Sponsored by: Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp.

Official(s) and/or principal investigator(s):
Medical Director, Study Director, Affiliation: Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp.

Summary

Several psychiatric adverse events (eg, depression, fatigue, psychoses, behavior troubles, anxiety, irritability, deteriorated concentration, and insomnia) that are likely to occur during the treatment course with PegIntron plus Rebetol may prompt patients to discontinue their treatment early. The goal of this study is to assess whether a psychotherapy support program may contribute to a better adherence rate.

Clinical Details

Official title: Observatory on Treatment Adhesion in Patients Suffering From Hepatitis C Chronic Treated With ViraferonPeg® Injected / Rebetol® in Conjunction With a Psychotherapeutic Assistance Program

Study design: Observational Model: Cohort, Time Perspective: Prospective

Primary outcome: Number of Participants Who Complete Treatment With PegIntron/Rebetol Therapy for Hepatitis C When Administered With a Patient Psychotherapy Support Program as Compared to a Group Without a Psychotherapy Support Program.

Secondary outcome: the Average Length of Treatment for Participants on Treatment for Hepatitis C With PegIntron Pen/Rebetol

Detailed description: Enrollment of participants will occur in a sequential order of treatment initiation.

Eligibility

Minimum age: 18 Years. Maximum age: N/A. Gender(s): Both.

Criteria:

Inclusion Criteria:

- Adult patients with hepatitis C

Exclusion Criteria:

- According to the products' labeling

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Additional Information

Starting date: July 2005
Last updated: June 8, 2015

Page last updated: August 23, 2015

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