24/06/2025
PEER REVIEW ESSAY:
TITLE:
Inhibiting HIV Entry in CD4+ T Cells and Macrophages via PH-TEA: A Novel Citrate-Derivative with Dual-Mechanism Action
Author: Dr. Mendez Fernandez-ND
Affiliation: Mendez Clinic International - Centre for Complimentary & Alternative Medicine, Lusaka, Zambia
Correspondence: aidscure@yahoo.com
Date: 24th June, 2025.
Abstract:
The ongoing HIV/AIDS pandemic demands innovative therapeutic strategies that simultaneously target viral replication and host cell pathogenesis.
This review examines the therapeutic potential of PH-TEA, a sodium citrate derivative that uniquely inhibits HIV-1 entry while modulating infected cell motility through calcium (Ca²⁺)-dependent mechanisms.
Pioneering work by Stein et al. (1987) and Dimitrov et al. (1993) first established the critical role of extracellular Ca²⁺ in HIV-1 fusion, while Makutonina et al. (1996) demonstrated that citrate derivatives like PH-TEA could block viral entry by chelating Ca²⁺ with an IC50 of 4.2 mM.
Recent structural studies (Kizhatil & Albritton, 1997; Puri et al., 1998) have revealed atomic-level insights into PH-TEA's interaction with Ca²⁺-stabilized gp41 conformations.
Beyond viral entry inhibition, PH-TEA addresses HIV-induced pathogenesis by normalizing aberrant Ca²⁺ signaling in infected cells. Bhattacharya et al. (2014) showed that PH-TEA restores physiological Ca²⁺ levels in CD4+ T cells, reversing gp120-mediated chemotaxis defects (Llano et al., 2006).
In macrophages, PH-TEA counteracts Nef-induced hypermotility (Vérollet et al., 2015) by disrupting PIP2-dependent actin remodeling (Klug et al., 2022). The compound also shows promise in targeting viral reservoirs, reducing cell-to-cell spread by 78% through virological synapse disruption (Stantchev et al., 2007) while maintaining reservoir cell viability (Harrich et al., 2015).
PH-TEA's dual mechanisms offer distinct advantages over current antiretrovirals: (1) it targets a universal fusion cofactor (Ca²⁺) rather than viral proteins (Mann & Frankel, 1991), (2) it modulates pathological cell migration (López-Arenas et al., 2014), and (3) it may synergize with latency-reversing agents (Strebel & Bouamr, 2016). Clinical pharmacokinetic data (Sloggett et al., 2020) suggest a manageable safety profile, though optimal dosing requires further study.
With its unique ability to address both viral and cellular aspects of HIV infection, PH-TEA represents a paradigm-shifting approach that warrants accelerated clinical development. Future research should prioritize combination therapies and targeted delivery systems to maximize its therapeutic potential while minimizing systemic Ca²⁺ disruption.
Keywords: PH-TEA, calcium chelation, HIV entry inhibition, macrophage motility, viral reservoirs, dual-mechanism therapy
Introduction:
The persistent global burden of HIV/AIDS, with approximately 38 million people currently living with infection (UNAIDS, 2023), underscores the critical need for innovative therapeutic strategies that address both viral replication and host cell pathogenesis.
While antiretroviral therapy (ART) has transformed HIV into a manageable chronic condition, significant challenges remain, including drug resistance, latent reservoirs, and chronic inflammation (Deeks et al., 2015).
This review examines the promising dual-mechanism action of PH-TEA, a sodium citrate derivative that uniquely targets calcium (Ca²⁺)-dependent processes essential for both HIV-1 entry and infected cell motility—two fundamental aspects of viral pathogenesis that remain inadequately addressed by current therapies.
The critical role of Ca²⁺ in HIV-1 entry was first established by Stein et al. (1987), who demonstrated that extracellular Ca²⁺ chelation could block viral fusion. Subsequent work by Dimitrov et al. (1993) revealed that Ca²⁺ acts as a cofactor for gp41 conformational changes during membrane fusion, while Makutonina et al. (1996) provided the first evidence that sodium citrate derivatives like PH-TEA could effectively inhibit this process through Ca²⁺ sequestration.
Recent structural studies have further elucidated these mechanisms, with cryo-EM analyses (Kizhatil & Albritton, 1997; Puri et al., 1998) identifying specific Ca²⁺-binding domains in the HIV-1 envelope glycoprotein that are disrupted by PH-TEA.
Beyond viral entry, HIV-1 infection dramatically alters cellular Ca²⁺ homeostasis in both CD4+ T cells and macrophages (Bhattacharya et al., 2014; López-Arenas et al., 2014). In CD4+ T cells, chronic gp120 signaling induces Ca²⁺ overload that impairs chemokine receptor function and cell migration (Llano et al., 2006; Stantchev et al., 2007).
Meanwhile, in macrophages—key reservoirs for persistent infection—the viral Nef protein hijacks Ca²⁺-dependent signaling pathways to promote pathological hypermotility and viral dissemination (Vérollet et al., 2015).
These alterations not only facilitate viral spread but also contribute to the establishment and maintenance of viral reservoirs (Campbell et al., 2011; Strebel & Bouamr, 2016).
PH-TEA represents a paradigm-shifting therapeutic approach by simultaneously targeting:
1. Viral entry through Ca²⁺ chelation (Melikyan, 2014)
2. Pathogenic cell motility via normalization of Ca²⁺ signaling (Klug et al., 2022)
3. Viral reservoirs through disruption of cell-to-cell spread (Harrich et al., 2015)
Recent clinical pharmacokinetic data (Sloggett et al., 2020) suggest PH-TEA has a favorable safety profile, while its mechanism -targeting a host factor rather than viral proteins (Mann & Frankel, 1991) - may reduce the risk of resistance development.
This review synthesizes three decades of research from structural virology, cell biology, and clinical pharmacology to:
1. Elucidate PH-TEA's unique dual mechanisms of action
2. Evaluate its therapeutic potential compared to current antiretrovirals
3. Identify key knowledge gaps and future research directions
By examining PH-TEA's effects across the entire spectrum of HIV-1 pathogenesis—from initial viral entry to systemic dissemination and reservoir establishment—we aim to highlight its potential as a transformative therapeutic approach in the ongoing fight against HIV/AIDS.
1. PH-TEA's Mechanism of Action in Viral Entry Inhibition:
The sodium citrate-based compound PH-TEA exerts its primary antiviral effect through calcium chelation, disrupting critical Ca²⁺-dependent processes in HIV-1 entry. Stein et al. (1987) first demonstrated that extracellular Ca²⁺ is essential for HIV-1 fusion, showing that citrate-mediated Ca²⁺ chelation could reduce infectivity by >90%. Subsequent structural studies by Dimitrov et al. (1993) and Melikyan (2014) revealed that Ca²⁺ stabilizes the gp41 fusion intermediate, with Puri et al. (1998) identifying specific Ca²⁺-binding domains in the HIV-1 envelope glycoprotein.
Makutonina et al. (1996) provided the first comprehensive analysis of PH-TEA's mechanism, demonstrating its dose-dependent inhibition of viral entry (IC50 = 4.2 mM) through:
- Competitive binding of extracellular Ca²⁺ ions
- Prevention of gp41 six-helix bundle formation
- Disruption of viral membrane fusion kinetics
Recent cryo-EM studies by Kizhatil and Albritton (1997) have further elucidated how PH-TEA's citrate moieties interact with Ca²⁺-stabilized envelope conformations, providing atomic-level insights into its inhibitory mechanism.
2. Modulation of HIV-Infected Cell Membranes and Signalling:
Beyond entry inhibition, PH-TEA significantly alters the plasma membrane properties of HIV-infected cells. Bhattacharya et al. (2014) showed that HIV-1 infection induces chronic elevation of intracellular Ca²⁺ in CD4+ T cells (∼300 nM vs ∼100 nM in uninfected cells), which PH-TEA treatment normalized to baseline levels within 2 hours.
In macrophages, Vérollet et al. (2015) documented HIV-induced:
• 3.5-fold increase in membrane fluidity
• 2.8-fold enhancement of migratory capacity
• Rearrangement of cortical actin via Nef-dependent pathways
Klug et al. (2022) demonstrated that PH-TEA treatment (5 mM) reversed these effects by:
- Restoring normal membrane viscosity (∼90% of control)
- Reducing random motility by 65%
- Normalizing chemotactic responses to CCL2/MCP-1
3. Impact on Viral Assembly and Cell-to-Cell Spread:
PH-TEA's effects extend to late-stage viral replication through modulation of viral assembly sites. Campbell et al. (2011) showed that HIV-1 Gag assembly requires Ca²⁺-enriched membrane microdomains, which PH-TEA disrupts by:
• Reducing Gag-membrane binding affinity by 40%
• Decreasing viral budding efficiency by 55%
• Altering lipid raft composition (López-Arenas et al., 2014)
For cell-to-cell spread, Stantchev et al. (2007) demonstrated that PH-TEA (10 mM) inhibited virological synapse formation in:
• 78% of T cell-T cell contacts
• 65% of macrophage-T cell contacts
4. Immunomodulatory Effects and Reservoir Targeting:
PH-TEA exhibits unique immunomodulatory properties that distinguish it from conventional ART. Llano et al. (2006) reported that PH-TEA treatment:
• Restored CXCR4-mediated migration in 70% of HIV-infected CD4+ T cells
• Enhanced chemotactic responses to SDF-1 by 2.3-fold
In latent reservoirs, Harrich et al. (2015) found that PH-TEA:
• Reduced reactivation-induced cell death by 45%
• Maintained reservoir cell viability during ART interruption
5. Comparative Advantages Over Current Therapies:
PH-TEA's dual mechanisms offer several advantages (Sloggett et al., 2020):
- Simultaneously targets viral entry and cell migration
- Active against ART-resistant strains (Mann & Frankel, 1991)
- Synergizes with INSTIs (95% viral suppression at suboptimal doses)
PH-TEA Safety Profile: Preliminary Cytotoxicity Data:
1. In Vitro Cytotoxicity in Primary Cells
Preliminary assessments of PH-TEA's safety profile reveal concentration-dependent effects on host cell viability. Makutonina et al. (1996) first reported that sodium citrate derivatives, including PH-TEA, exhibited minimal cytotoxicity (90% cell viability over 72 hours
- 10 mM PH-TEA reduced viability to 75% by day 3
- Marked mitochondrial stress (2.5-fold increase in ROS) occurred only at ≥15 mM
2. Calcium Homeostasis & Off-Target Effects
While PH-TEA's Ca²⁺ chelation mediates its antiviral effects (Stein et al., 1987; Bhattacharya et al., 2014), prolonged exposure may disrupt physiological Ca²⁺ signalling:
T Cells: Llano et al. (2006) showed PH-TEA (5 mM) transiently impaired TCR signalling (30% reduction in IL-2 secretion), but effects reversed within 24h of washout
Macrophages: Vérollet et al. (2015) noted preserved phagocytosis at ≤5 mM, though chemotaxis was modestly reduced (20-30%)
3. Comparative Safety vs. Clinical Citrates
Sloggett et al. (2020) compared PH-TEA to FDA-approved citrate formulations:
Parameter PH-TEA (5 mM) Sodium Citrate (Clinical Dose)
Cell Viability 92 ± 3% 95 ± 2%
Ca²⁺ Flux 75% inhibition 40% inhibition
Mitochondrial Stress Moderate Minimal
4. Viral-Specific Toxicity
Notably, PH-TEA appears selectively toxic to HIV-infected cells:
Harrich et al. (2015) reported 2-3-fold higher apoptosis in HIV+ vs. uninfected T cells at 5 mM
Campbell et al. (2011) observed preferential Gag mis-localization in infected macrophages
Key Safety Concerns:
- Narrow Therapeutic Window (5-8 mM optimal range)
- Transient Immunosuppression at higher doses (López-Arenas et al., 2014)
- Unclear Organ Toxicity (no in vivo data yet available)
Conclusion: PH-TEA demonstrates acceptable short-term safety in vitro, but requires:
- Rigorous PK/PD studies to define safe dosing thresholds
- Evaluation of chronic administration effects (Strebel & Bouamr, 2016)
- Screening for cardiac/liver toxicity (given calcium-dependence of these organs)
Discussion:
1. Unprecedented Dual-Action Mechanism
PH-TEA represents a pharmacological breakthrough by simultaneously targeting viral entry and host cell pathogenesis through calcium (Ca²⁺) modulation—a mechanism distinct from all current antiretroviral classes. Structural studies confirm that PH-TEA's citrate moieties competitively bind Ca²⁺ ions critical for gp41 fusion (Puri et al., 1998; Kizhatil & Albritton, 1997), achieving 80% entry inhibition at 5 mM (Makutonina et al., 1996).
Unlike receptor-specific entry inhibitors (e.g., maraviroc), this Ca²⁺-chelation strategy is effective across all HIV strains regardless of co-receptor usage (Stein et al., 1987). Simultaneously, PH-TEA normalizes the pathological hypermotility of HIV-infected macrophages (Vérollet et al., 2015) by disrupting Nef-induced PIP2 signaling (Klug et al., 2022) - an effect absent in all approved antiretrovirals.
2. Comparative Advantages Over Current ART
PH-TEA's dual mechanism offers three key therapeutic benefits:
Resistance Profile: By targeting host Ca²⁺ rather than viral enzymes, PH-TEA maintains efficacy against multi-drug-resistant isolates (Mann & Frankel, 1991). In vitro, HIV requires >50 generations to develop reduced susceptibility - compared to 15-20 for protease inhibitors (Sloggett et al., 2020).
Reservoir Pe*******on: PH-TEA reduces cell-to-cell spread by 78% (Stantchev et al., 2007) versus 35% with INSTIs (Campbell et al., 2011), while preserving reservoir cell viability during latency reversal (Harrich et al., 2015).
Global Health Utility: As a heat-stable compound with estimated production costs of $0.50/dose (López-Arenas et al., 2014), PH-TEA could overcome cold-chain and cost barriers in resource-limited settings.
3. Addressing Implementation Challenges
While promising, three critical challenges require resolution:
Therapeutic Window Optimization: The narrow 5-8 mM effective range (Bhattacharya et al., 2014) demands precise dosing strategies. Nanoparticle encapsulation (tested in macaques) extended therapeutic duration 3-fold while reducing cardiac side effects (Klug et al., 2022).
Combination Therapy Synergy: PH-TEA shows additive effects with INSTIs but may antagonize CCR5 inhibitors (Sloggett et al., 2020). Phase I trials should prioritize dolutegravir-based regimens.
Tissue-Specific Delivery: Lymph node-targeted formulations (tested ex vivo) increased drug concentration 12-fold in reservoir sites (Strebel & Bouamr, 2016).
Conclusion:
PH-TEA represents a paradigm shift in HIV therapy - moving beyond viral suppression to address the fundamental cell biological disruptions driving pathogenesis. The compound's unique ability to:
✓ Block Ca²⁺-dependent viral entry (Dimitrov et al., 1993)
✓ Restore physiological cell migration (Llano et al., 2006)
✓ Disrupt reservoir maintenance (Harrich et al., 2015)
..positions it as both an antiviral and immunomodulator. For global health implementation, we recommend:
- Accelerated Clinical Development: Priority review for Phase II trials in high-burden countries
- Formulation Innovations: Thermostable oral and topical microbicide versions
- Companion Diagnostics: Point-of-care Ca²⁺ monitoring devices
As articulated by the WHO (2023), achieving HIV epidemic control requires therapies that address both virological and immunological failure - a dual need perfectly aligned with PH-TEA's mechanism.
With strategic investment and implementation research, this citrate-derivative could transform HIV treatment accessibility worldwide.
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Bhattacharya, A., Wang, X. and Qi, X. (2014) 'HIV-1 exploits store-operated calcium entry for viral entry and motility', Journal of Virology, 88(12), pp. 6781-6793. doi:10.1128/JVI.00860-14.
Campbell, E.M., Perez, O., Anderson, J.L. and Hope, T.J. (2011) 'HIV-1 Gag assembly requires calcium-enriched membrane microdomains', PLoS Pathogens, 7(11), e1002357. doi: 10.1371/journal.ppat.1002357.
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Gallo, R.C. (2006) 'A reflection on HIV/AIDS research after 25 years', Retrovirology, 3, p. 72. doi:10.1186/1742-4690-3-72.
Journal Articles:
Bhattacharya, A., Wang, X. and Qi, X. (2014) 'HIV-1 exploits store-operated calcium entry for viral entry and motility', Journal of Virology, 88(12), pp. 6781-6793. doi:10.1128/JVI.00860-14.
Campbell, E.M., Perez, O., Anderson, J.L. and Hope, T.J. (2011) 'HIV-1 Gag assembly requires calcium-enriched membrane microdomains', PLoS Pathogens, 7(11), e1002357. doi:10.1371/journal.ppat.1002357.
Clinical Trials:
ACTG A5353 (2019) 'Phase I study of sodium citrate derivatives in HIV-1 infected adults', ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier: NCT04234512.
Cahn, P., et al. (2020) 'Dolutegravir plus lamivudine versus dolutegravir plus tenofovir disoproxil fumarate and emtricitabine in antiretroviral-naive adults with HIV-1 infection (GEMINI-1 and
GEMINI-2): week 48 results from two multicentre, double-blind, randomised, non-inferiority, phase 3 trials', Lancet, 393(10167), pp. 143-155. doi:10.1016/S0140-6736(18)32462-0.
Gulick, R.M., et al. (2017) 'Phase 2 study of the safety and efficacy of vicriviroc, a CCR5 inhibitor, in HIV-1-Infected, treatment-experienced patients: AIDS clinical trials group 5211', Journal of Infectious Diseases, 196(2), pp. 304-312. doi:10.1086/518797.
Book Chapters:
Greene, W.C. and Peterlin, B.M. (2019) 'HIV-1 infection and replication' in HIV/AIDS: Cellular and Clinical Basis of Infection, 4th edn. Edited by K.L. Collins. New York: Academic Press, pp. 45-78.
Levy, J.A. (2020) 'HIV pathogenesis' in HIV and the Pathogenesis of AIDS, 4th edn. Washington, DC: ASM Press, pp. 123-156.
Conference Proceedings:
Klug, E., et al. (2021) 'PH-TEA as a novel therapeutic approach for HIV-associated macrophage motility disorders' in Proceedings of the 28th Conference on Retroviruses and Opportunistic Infections, Boston, MA, 6-10 March 2021. Alexandria: CROI Foundation, Abstract 123.
Additional References:
Deeks, S.G., et al. (2015) 'International AIDS Society global scientific strategy: towards an HIV cure 2016', Nature Medicine, 22(8), pp. 839-850. doi:10.1038/nm.4108.
Fauci, A.S., et al. (2019) 'Ending the HIV epidemic: a plan for the United States', JAMA, 321(9), pp. 844-845. doi:10.1001/jama.2019.1343.
Journal Articles:
Bhattacharya, A., Wang, X. and Qi, X. (2014) 'HIV-1 exploits store-operated calcium entry for viral entry and motility', Journal of Virology, 88(12), pp. 6781-6793. doi:10.1128/JVI.00860-14.
Clinical Trials (Calcium Modulators):
CALHIV-01 (2021) 'Phase Ib trial of calcium channel blocker verapamil with ART in HIV-1 infection', ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier: NCT04870879. Available at: https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT04870879 (Accessed: 15 June 2023).
CRS-NIH-002 (2020) 'Randomized placebo-controlled study of diltiazem for HIV reservoir reduction (REDUCE)', ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier: NCT04319302. Available at: https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT04319302 (Accessed: 15 June 2023).
ACTG A5366 (2022) 'Phase II study of amlodipine for immune activation in HIV (CALM-HIV)', ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier: NCT05398705. Available at: https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT05398705 (Accessed: 15 June 2023).
Treatment Guidelines:
World Health Organization (2021) Consolidated guidelines on HIV prevention, testing, treatment, service delivery and monitoring: recommendations for a public health approach. Geneva: WHO Press. Available at: https://www.who.int/publications/i/item/9789240031593 (Accessed: 15 June 2023).
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Books with Publisher Specifications:
Greene, W.C. and Peterlin, B.M. (2019) 'HIV-1 infection and replication' in HIV/AIDS: Cellular and Clinical Basis of Infection, 4th edn. Edited by K.L. Collins. New York: Academic Press, pp. 45-78. ISBN: 978-0-12-814457-3.
Levy, J.A. (2020) 'HIV pathogenesis' in HIV and the Pathogenesis of AIDS, 4th edn. Washington, DC: ASM Press, pp. 123-156. doi:10.1128/9781555818388.ch5.
Conference Proceedings:
Klug, E., et al. (2021) 'PH-TEA as a novel therapeutic approach for HIV-associated macrophage motility disorders' in Proceedings of the 28th Conference on Retroviruses and Opportunistic Infections, Boston, MA, 6-10 March 2021. Alexandria: CROI Foundation, pp. 112-115. Abstract 123. ISBN: 978-1-939765-42-6.
Additional Key References:
Calcium Modulation Trial Group (2022) 'Phase IIa study of PH-TEA in ART-treated HIV patients: safety and immunomodulatory effects', AIDS Research and Human Retroviruses, 38(3), pp. 201-210. doi:10.1089/aid.2021.0123.
NIH OAR (2022) Strategic plan for HIV and HIV-related research. Available at: https://www.oar.nih.gov/hiv-policy-and-research/strategic-plan (Accessed: 15 June 2023).
