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The purpose of this research study is to evaluate the safety, tolerability, and efficacy of Interferon gamma-1b (IFN-gamma 1b) when administered by subcutaneous injection over a period of 4 weeks to patients with mild-to-moderate cystic fibrosis. Additionally, preliminary assessments on the effects of IFN-gamma 1b on lung function and other indicators of health will be made.
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| Name | Type | Description | Arm Group Labels | Other Names |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| interferon gamma-1b | Drug | 100 or 200 mcg, SQ, 3x per week |
| Measure | Description | Time Frame |
|---|---|---|
| change in sputum neutrophil count | 4 weeks |
| Measure | Description | Time Frame |
|---|---|---|
| change in predicted FEV1, sputum bacterial density, sputum levels of free neutrophil elastase, DNA and IL-8 | 4 weeks |
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| Name | Affiliation | Role |
|---|---|---|
| Steven Porter, MD | InterMune | Study Director |
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| ID | Term |
|---|---|
| D003550 | Cystic Fibrosis |
| ID | Term |
|---|---|
| D010182 | Pancreatic Diseases |
| D004066 | Digestive System Diseases |
| D008171 | Lung Diseases |
| D012140 | Respiratory Tract Diseases |
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| ID | Term |
|---|---|
| C554125 | interferon gamma-1b |
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| D030342 |
| Genetic Diseases, Inborn |
| D009358 | Congenital, Hereditary, and Neonatal Diseases and Abnormalities |
| D007232 | Infant, Newborn, Diseases |