Hypericism, described in veterinary medicine, is a state of skin sensitivity induced by visible light, caused by ingestion of HY-containing plants and feed. Hypericin is a potent photosensitizing agent. This photosensitivity represents the first description of human hypericism. Beth Israel Hosp. This is an observational study.
All subjects are homosexual men attending our clinic.
There is no CD4 cell count criteria for entry. Regular assessments are made of clinical, haematological and biochemical toxicities, and standard immunological markers of HIV activity. Preliminary analysis has been performed on the first two cohorts. An idiosyncratic, reversible elevation of hepatic transaminases has been observed. No early, marked anti-HIV activity has been found.