Testing Three Drugs for Long COVID Symptoms

SARS-CoV-2 and Herpesvirus Inhibition for Ending Long COVID Dysfunction

Recruiting Phase 2 Interventional Study
Post-acute Sequelae of COVID-19 Long COVID
Prior Safety Data This treatment has already been tested in at least one earlier human trial.
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At a Glance
Age
18 – 65
Sex
Any
Trial phase
Phase 2
Study type
Interventional
Purpose
Treatment
Participants needed
150 (estimated)
Sponsor
Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai · Other
Who this trial is looking for

This trial is looking for adults aged 18 to 65 who have been diagnosed with Long COVID. Participants will take a combination of three medications or a placebo to see if their symptoms improve.

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
Must not be taking WarfarinHeparinLithiumDigoxinAmiodaroneIsoniazid
Rules you out ME/CFSSevere depressionSchizophreniaBipolar disorder

You may be able to join if

  • I am between 18 and 65 years old.
  • I have been diagnosed with Long COVID.
  • I have a negative pregnancy test if I could become pregnant.
  • I have no recent drug abuse.
  • I have mild to moderate depression that is stable.
  • I agree to on-site pregnancy testing at visits.

You may not be able to join if

  • I am pregnant or breastfeeding.
  • I have a serious medical condition that affects my health.
  • I have a significant psychiatric disorder.
  • I meet the criteria for ME/CFS now or within the last 5 years.
  • I need surgery that could affect my participation.
  • I have significant heart disease.
  • I have an active infection.
  • I am using certain medications like warfarin or lithium.

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

The purpose of this research study is to test if the combination of three drugs, valacyclovir, celecoxib, and Paxlovid will decrease the symptoms of Long COVID in adults compared to a placebo (this does not contain the medications).

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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * 18-65 years of age at the time of study entry * Diagnosed with Long COVID * Individuals of child-bearing potential must have a negative serum pregnancy test at screening and agree to on-site urine pregnancy testing at all subsequent study visits * A urine drug screen performed…
Contacts

David Putrino, PhD

212-241-7658

CoreResearch@mountsinai.org

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