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Efficacy/Effectiveness, Safety, and Immunogenicity of LC16m8 Mpox Vaccine in Colombia
Sponsor: Universidad Nacional de Colombia
Summary
Background: Mpox is a zoonotic disease caused by the mpox virus (MPXV). It has been endemic in West and Central African countries. However, the soaring number of those has been reported in non-endemic countries since May 2022, making World Health Organization (WHO) declare a global mpox Public Health Emergency of International Concern in July 2022. Those with mpox are primarily young men (96%, and median age of 34 \[interquartile range (IQR):29-41 years\]), and 84% are self-identified homosexual, bisexual, and men who have sex with men (MSM) . Furthermore, about half of these mpox cases with known human immunodeficiency virus 1(HIV-1, hereafter shown as HIV). WHO recommended prioritizing vaccinating those populations as high-risk populations, including those with HIV, since they will be severely ill if infected mpox virus (MPXV). The smallpox vaccine is expected to offer cross-immunity against MPXV. Under these circumstances, WHO included LC16m8 in the recommended vaccine lists for mpox as the product is expected to have cross-efficacy and immunogenicity against MPXV. Additionally, the safety profile was demonstrated in both adults and children, including infants who have low immuno-functions. Given that Colombia has the fifth highest mpox prevalence worldwide, WHO encouraged the authorities to implement vaccine programs while evaluating the safety and efficacy of LC16m8 as collaborative research. Following WHO initiative, this study is being conducted with the collaboration of various experts from Colombia and Japan on a large scale, with vaccine contributions and funding from Japan and Colombia However, the current infection situation differs from six months ago, and there have been few recent cases of MPXV infection in the country. Primary objective: To determine the efficacy of the replicating attenuated live vaccinia virus vaccine LC16m8 against laboratory-confirmed mpox and safety in a Colombian population with a high risk of being infected with MPXV(See the Inclusion Criteria), by comparing the immediate vaccination group and the delayed vaccination groups to assess safety and tolerability until 180 days after vaccination. Study design: An open randomized deployment study (1:1 Immediate and Delayed vaccination group). Study population: People at high risk of serious illness if infected with MPXV and those who engage in risk behaviors for acquiring MPXV infection.
Official title: Randomized Trial to Evaluate the Efficacy/Effectiveness, Safety, and Immunogenicity of Replicative Live Attenuated Vaccinia Virus Vaccine LC16m8 for Prevention Against Mpox in High-risk Populations During Vaccination Deployment in Colombia
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - 50 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
8686
Start Date
2023-12-16
Completion Date
2025-12
Last Updated
2025-09-04
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Conditions
Interventions
LC16m8
LC16m8 should be stored at temperatures between -35°C and -20°C. The product should not be stored at temperatures below -35°C, because deterioration or damage of the rubber stopper could occur. The virus in this product is sensitive to sunlight and is quickly inactivated, so care should be taken to avoid exposure to light, both before or after reconstitution. Carefully examine the content at the time of reconstitution. Do not use if precipitation, contamination of foreign substances, or other abnormalities are observed. This product should be dissolving the drug immediately before inoculation. Once dissolved, it should be used immediately. Since this product does not contain thimerosal, once the stopper is removed, any solution remained in the vial must be disposed of. Do not restore or reuse the remaining solution. Shelf Life: 10 years from the date of passing the national test for lot-release Bottle containing about 250 doses
Locations (3)
Clinica Universitaria Colombia - Centro Medico Teusaquillo
Bogotá, Bogota D.C., Colombia
Hospital Universitario San Ignacio
Bogotá, Bogota D.C., Colombia
Infecto Clinicos
Bogotá, Bogota D.C., Colombia