RG-RV16 for Asthma and Allergic Rhinitis

Viral Mucosal Reprogramming

Recruiting Phase 2 Interventional Study
Asthma Allergic Rhinitis Cat Allergy Healthy
No Placebo Group Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo. Prior Safety Data This treatment has already been tested in at least one earlier human trial. Healthy Volunteers Welcome You do not need to have the condition being studied to take part.
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At a Glance
Age
18 – 60
Sex
Any
Trial phase
Phase 2
Study type
Interventional
Purpose
Basic Science
Participants needed
75 (estimated)
Sponsor
The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston · Other
Who this trial is looking for

This trial is looking for people with asthma, allergic rhinitis, or healthy individuals to study the effects of RG-RV16 on breathing and allergies. Participants will have tests done to assess their health and allergies before taking part in the trial.

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?

You may be able to join if

  • I am between 18 and 60 years old.
  • I can understand and give informed consent.
  • I do not have a history of asthma or respiratory diseases.
  • I do not smoke or I am an ex-smoker for at least 5 years.
  • I have a doctor's diagnosis of allergic rhinitis or asthma.
  • I have a confirmed allergy to cat dander.
  • I have cat exposure in my home.

You may not be able to join if

  • I am currently taking inhaled steroids or antihistamines.
  • I am pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning a pregnancy.
  • I have close contacts who are pregnant or have chronic respiratory disease.
  • I have had a positive COVID-19 test in the past 8 weeks.
  • I have a family history of liver disease or bleeding disorders.
  • I have received immunosuppressive treatment in the last 12 months.
  • I have a history of any important health issues that would affect participation.

Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.

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About This Trial
This is a mechanistic, controlled, open-label, single-site study to evaluate the effects of RG-RV16 inoculation on airway mucosal gene expression and airway remodeling in 25 healthy controls (HC), in 25 allergic rhinitis subjects (AR) with cat dander allergy, and in 25 allergic asthmatic subjects (AA) with cat dander allergy. Three groups (HC, AR, and AA) will undergo screening to establish clinic…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: Healthy Normal Control Group 1. Subject must be able to understand and provide informed consent 2. Age: 18-60 inclusive 3. Sex: M or F 4. No history of asthma, COPD, rhinitis, or other clinically important respiratory disease 5. Non-smoker, or ex-smoker with \<10 pack years, at…
Contacts

Lisa Sweeney, RN

409-747-5871

lanemeth@utmb.edu

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