A Comparative Study of the Antiviral Efficacy and Safety of Entecavir (ETV) Versus Placebo in Pediatric Subjects with Chronic Hepatitis B Virus (HBV) Infection who are HBeAg-Positive
Study on Investigational Medication for Chronic Hepatitis B in Children and Adolescents
Brief description of study.
The purpose of this study is to assess the safety and efficacy of entecavir when used to treat Chronic Hepatitis B in children and adolescents.
Detailed description of study
The purpose of this study is to assess the safety and efficacy of entecavir when used to treat Chronic Hepatitis B in children and adolescents.
Eligibility of study
You may be eligible for this study if you meet the following criteria:
- Conditions: Chronic Hepatitis B Virus
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Age: 100 years or below
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Gender: All
This study investigates the safety and effectiveness of an investigational medication for treating Chronic Hepatitis B in children and adolescents. Chronic Hepatitis B is a long-term liver infection caused by the hepatitis B virus, which can lead to liver damage over time.
Participants in this study will receive either the investigational medication or a placebo. A placebo is an inactive substance that looks like the investigational medication but does not contain any medicine. The study will measure how well the investigational medication works and its safety.
- Who can participate: Eligible participants are children and adolescents aged 6 to 17 years who have been diagnosed with Chronic Hepatitis B. Additional eligibility criteria include stable liver function tests and no history of severe liver disease or other major health conditions.
- Study details: Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either the investigational medication or a placebo. They will take the assigned treatment and attend regular study visits for monitoring.
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