Type 2 Diabetes MellitusPhase 2NCT00605475
Safety, Tolerability, Pharmacokinetics and Pharmacodynamics of ACZ885 in Patients With Type 2 Diabetes
A Phase 2 study testing Canakinumab and Metformin in people with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus, run by Novartis at 13 sites in 3 countries.
Trial summary
The purpose of this study was to evaluate, in patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus, whether Canakinumab can lower Glycosylated hemoglobin / hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) and/or peak glucose levels in response to an oral glucose tolerance test (OGTT). Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Ages 18 to 70 years
- Conditions the study is for
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- What is being tested?
- Canakinumab and Metformin
- Type of treatment
- Injection or infusion
- Could I receive a placebo?
- Yes, some participants may receive a placebo
- How many people
- 231 participants
- Where
- 13 sitesin 3 countries
- Study dates
- Dec 2007to Sep 2010
- Phase
- Phase 2
- Are there results?
- Yes, posted in the registrySummary in the doctors' view
Key requirements
Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.
- Ages 18 to 70 years
- All sexes
- No healthy volunteers
- Adult, Older adult
Who may be able to join
- Male or female patients aged 18 to 70 years, with type 2 diabetes mellitus (non-insulin dependent diabetes) for at least 6 months prior to study start
- HbA1c between 7.0 and 9.5%
- On stable dose metformin monotherapy
- Stable body weight
Who cannot join
- Poorly controlled type 2 diabetes (very low or very high blood sugar levels, or other indicators of poor control)
- Acute infections prior to dosing
- Patients with type 1 diabetes (insulin-dependent diabetes)
- Taking diabetes medication (other than metformin)
- Other protocol-defined inclusion/exclusion criteria may apply
Trial locations and contacts
13 sites in 3 countries.
13 sites in 3 countries
United States6 sites
Arkansas Research Medical Testing
Little Rock, Arkansas, 72202
International Research Center Towson
MD, Maryland, 21286
Allied Research International - Cetero Research Miami
Miami, Florida, 33169
Elite Research Institute Miami
Miami, Florida, 33169
Charles River Clinical Services
Northwest Tacoma, Washington, 98418
Covance Clinical Research Unit Inc
Portland, Oregon, 97239
Germany5 sites
Novartis Investigator Site
Berlin
Novartis Investigator Site
Kiel
Novartis Investigator Site
Mönchengladbach
Novartis Investigator Site
Munich
Novartis Investigative Site
Neuss
Russia2 sites
Novartis Investigative Site
Moscow
Novartis Investigative Site
Saint Petersberg
About this study
Official title: A Multi Center, Randomized, Double Blind, Placebo-controlled, Dose Escalation Study of the Safety, Tolerability, Pharmacokinetics and Pharmacodynamics of ACZ885 Administered Intravenously to Patients With Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
The purpose of this study was to evaluate, in patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus, whether Canakinumab can lower Glycosylated hemoglobin / hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) and/or peak glucose levels in response to an oral glucose tolerance test (OGTT).
- Conditions
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- Being tested
- Canakinumab, Placebo, Metformin
- Keywords
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus, Canakinumab, ACZ885, IL-1B antagonist, metformin, glycemic control, insulin sensitivity
- Medical subject headings
- Diabetes Mellitus, Type 2, Insulin Resistance
What participants receive
What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.
CanakinumabDrug
Also called ACZ885
Canakinumab given as single dose IV injection of 0.03 mg/kg, or single dose IV infusion at doses of 0.1 mg/kg 0.3 mg/kg, 1.5 mg/kg or 10 mg/kg.
PlaceboDrug
Placebo to Canakinumab given as single dose IV injection of 0.03 mg/kg, or single dose IV infusion at doses of 0.1 mg/kg 0.3 mg/kg, 1.5 mg/kg or 10 mg/kg.
MetforminDrug
Also called Glucophage, Glumetza
Participants continued on their stable daily dose of metformin throughout the study
| Study group | Role | What they receive |
|---|---|---|
| Canakinumab | Experimental | Eligible participants were assigned to receive canakinumab in one of four cohorts; 1) Single IV infusion of canakinumab 0.3 mg/kg; 2) Singe IV infusion of canakinumab 10 mg/kg; 3) single IV infusion of canakinumab 0.1 mg/kg or 0.3 mg/kg, or 1.5 mg/kg; 4) Single IV injection of canakinumab 0.03 mg/kg.
All participants were required to take a concomitant stable daily dose of metformin during the study. Receives: Drug: Canakinumab; Drug: Metformin |
| Placebo | Placebo comparator | Eligible participants were assigned to receive placebo to canakinumab in one of four cohorts; 1) Single IV infusion of placebo to canakinumab 0.3 mg/kg; 2) Singe IV infusion of placebo to canakinumab 10 mg/kg; 3) single IV infusion of placebo to canakinumab 0.1 mg/kg or 0.3 mg/kg, or 1.5 mg/kg; 4) Single IV injection of placebo to canakinumab 0.03 mg/kg.
All participants were required to take a concomitant stable daily dose of metformin during the study. Receives: Drug: Placebo; Drug: Metformin |
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
Mean Change From Baseline in Plasma HbA1c (Glycosylated Hemoglobin / Hemoglobin A1c)
Blood was drawn after an overnight fast to measure plasma HbA1c levels. End of Study is defined as the last Analysis of covariance with treatment as a fixed effect and baseline as the covariate was performed.
Measured: Baseline, Day 28, Day 84, Day 126, End of Study (168 [+/- 5] days after dosing)
Mean Change From Baseline in Plasma Glucose Area Under the Curve (AUC) 0 - 4 Hours Following Oral Glucose Tolerance Test (OGTT )
Mean Change in Glucose level stimulated by OGTT. Blood samples were taken at sample times: -20, -10, -1 and 10, 20, 30, 60, 90, 120, 180, and 240 minutes. Glucose levels over 4 hrs were shown as Area Under the Curve, (AUC). Analysis of covariance with treatment as a fixed effect and baseline as the covariate was performed.
Measured: Baseline, Day 28, Day 84
Secondary outcomes (14)
Mean Change From Baseline in Plasma C-peptide AUC ( Area Under the Curve) 0-4 Hours, Following Oral Glucose Tolerance Test (OGTT)
Blood samples were drawn after an overnight fast and standard OGTT at 0, 15, 30, 45, 60, 90, 120, 180 and 240 min. C-peptide levels over 4 hrs were shown as Area Under the Curve, (AUC). Analysis of covariance with treatment as a fixed effect and baseline as the covariate was performed.
Measured: Baseline, Day 28, Day 84
Mean Change From Baseline in Plasma Insulin AUC ( Area Under the Curve) 0-4 Hours, Following Oral Glucose Tolerance Test ( OGTT )
Blood samples were drawn after an overnight fast and OGTT at 0, 15, 30, 45, 60, 90, 120, 180 and 240 min. Insulin levels over 4 hrs were shown as Area Under the Curve, (AUC). Analysis of covariance with treatment as a fixed effect and baseline as the covariate was performed.
Measured: Baseline, Day 28, Day 84
Mean Change From Baseline in Plasma Proinsulin AUC ( Area Under the Curve) 0-4 Hours, Following Oral Glucose Tolerance Test ( OGTT )
Blood samples were drawn after an overnight fast and OGTT at 0, 15, 30, 45, 60, 90, 120, 180 and 240 min. Insulin levels over 4 hrs were shown as Area Under the Curve, (AUC). Analysis of covariance with treatment as a fixed effect and baseline as the covariate was performed.
Measured: Baseline, Day 28, Day 84
Mean Change From Baseline in Plasma Glucagon AUC ( Area Under the Curve) 0-4 Hours, Following Oral Glucose Tolerance Test
Blood samples were drawn after an overnight fast and OGTT at 0, 15, 30, 45, 60, 90, 120, 180 and 240 min. Glucagon levels over 4 hrs were shown as Area Under the Curve, (AUC). Analysis of covariance with treatment as a fixed effect and baseline as the covariate was performed.
Measured: Baseline, Day 28, Day 84
Mean Change From Baseline in Peak Plasma Insulin/Proinsulin Level, Following Oral Glucose Tolerance Test (OGTT)
Blood samples were drawn after an overnight fast and OGTT at 0, 15, 30, 45, 60, 90, 120, 180 and 240 min. Insulin and proinsulin levels were measured. The insulin/proinsulin level was calculated by dividing the insulin level by the proinsulin level. Analysis of covariance with treatment as a fixed effect and baseline as the covariate was performed.
Measured: Baseline, Day 28, Day 84
Mean Insulin Secretion Rate ( ISR ) Relative to Glucose, 0 - 4 Hours
Blood samples were taken at sample times: -20, -10, -1 and 10, 20, 30, 60, 90, 120, 180, and 240 minutes. Mean ISR relative to glucose over 0-4 hours was calculated as follows:
Mean ISR relative to glucose = mean ISR / (glucose AUC/time interval). The mean ISR was computed as an AUC (area under the curve) using the linear trapezoidal rule divided by the corresponding time interval. Analysis of covariance with treatment as a fixed effect and baseline as the covariate was performed.
Measured: Day 28, Day 84
Mean Insulin Secretion Rate ( ISR ), 0 - 4 Hours
Blood samples were taken at sample times: -20, -10, -1 and 10, 20, 30, 60, 90, 120, 180, and 240 minutes. The mean ISR over 0 - 4 hours was computed as an AUC (area under the curve) using the linear trapezoidal rule divided by the corresponding time interval. Analysis of covariance with treatment as a fixed effect and baseline as the covariate was performed.
Measured: Day 28, Day 84
Insulin Sensitivity Index ( ISI ) at Day 28, Day 48
Insulin sensitivity index (ISI) = 10000 / [fasting insulin (μIU/mL) x fasting glucose (mg/dL) x mean 2 hour insulin(μIU/mL) x mean 2 hour glucose (mg/dL)]1/2 where mean 2 hour insulin (or glucose) was defined as the insulin (or glucose)AUC(0-2 hr) divided by the time period (2 hr). In normal subjects the mean score ± SE is 0.366 ± 0.029. Analysis of covariance with treatment as a fixed effect and baseline as the covariate was performed on log transformed data.
Measured: Day 28, Day 84
Insulinogenic Index, 0 - 30 Minutes
Insulinogenic index (0-30 min)
- [Change in insulin (0-30 min) (μIU/mL)] / [Change in glucose (0-30 min) (mg/dL)]
- [insulin (μIU/mL) at 30 min - insulin (μIU/mL) at 0 min] / [glucose (mg/dL) at 30 min - glucose (mg/dL) at 0 min), where insulin (or glucose) at 0 min was defined as the arithmetic mean of the -15, -10 and 0 min pre-glucose load values. Analysis of covariance with treatment as a fixed effect and baseline as the covariate was performed on log transformed data..
Measured: Day 28, Day 84
Mean Change From Baseline in Peak Plasma Glucose Following Oral Glucose Tolerance Test ( OGTT )
Mean Change in Peak Glucose level stimulated by OGTT. Blood samples were taken at sample times: -20, -10, -1 and 10, 20, 30, 60, 90, 120, 180, and 240 minutes. Change from baseline assessed at Day 28 and 84. Analysis of covariance with treatment as a fixed effect and baseline as the covariate was performed.
Measured: Baseline, Day 28, Day 84
Mean Change From Baseline in Peak Plasma Fructosamine Level
Blood was drawn to measure change in plasma Fructosamine Level, from baseline to Day 14, 28, 56, 84, 126 and End of Study ( defined as the final available post-randomization assessment up to the last regularly scheduled visit at Day 168 [+/- 5]). Analysis of covariance with treatment as a fixed effect and baseline as the covariate was performed.
Measured: Baseline, Day 14, Day 28, Day 56, Day 84, Day 126, End of Study (168 [+/- 5] days after dosing)
Insulin Resistance as Measured by the Homeostatic Model Assessment (HOMA-IR)
Insulin Resistance is measured via the Homeostatic Model Assessment (HOMA-IR) using a computer to model insulin sensitivity. Insulin Sensitivity (HOMA-%S), where 100% is normal, is the reciprocal of insulin resistance (100/S%). HOMA IR = [fasting insulin (μU/mL)] x [fasting plasma glucose (mmol/L)] / 22.5 where fasting insulin (or glucose) was defined as the arithmetic mean of the -15, -10 and 0 min pre-glucose load values. Analysis of covariance with treatment as a fixed effect and baseline as the covariate was performed on log transformed data.
Measured: Baseline, Day 28, Day 84
β-cell Function as Measured by the Homeostatic Model Assessment (HOMA-β )
β cell function is measured by the Homeostatic Model Assessment(HOMA-β) using a computer to model β cell function and insulin sensitivity . β cell function is related to Insulin Sensitivity (HOMA-%S) and is the reciprocal of insulin resistance (100/S%). HOMA β = [20 x fasting insulin (μU/mL)] / [fasting plasma glucose (mmol/L) - 3.5] where fasting insulin (or glucose) was defined as the arithmetic mean of the -15, -10 and 0 min pre-glucose load values. Analysis of covariance with treatment as a fixed effect and baseline as the covariate was performed on log transformed data.
Measured: Baseline, Day 28, Day 84
Number of Participants Reporting Death, Serious Adverse Events (SAEs), Adverse Events (AE) Above 5% Frequency
An adverse event is any unwanted event, whether related to study drug or not occurring during the study period. A Serious Adverse Event (SAE) is an event resulting in death, requiring or prolonging hospitalization, a congenital anomaly or other important medical event. AEs and SAEs were recorded at each visit.
Measured: Baseline to End of Study (56[+/-2] and 168 [+/- 5] days after dosing for Cohort 1 and Cohorts 2-4, respectively)
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted31 Jan 2008 (estimated)
- Study startDec 2007
- Primary completionSep 2010
- Study completionSep 2010
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
- Posted resultsParticipant flow, outcome measures and adverse events reported by the sponsor.
- Other trials for Type 2 Diabetes MellitusStudies of the same condition, open and under way.
- What the trial phases meanHow a treatment moves from first tests in people to approval.
More details
For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.
Study design
- Study type
- Interventional
- Phase
- Phase 2
- Primary purpose
- Treatment
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Masking
- Double blind
- Who is masked
- Participant, Investigator
- Enrolment
- 231 participants (actual)
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- Novartis
- Sponsor type
- Industry (pharma, biotech, devices)
- Responsible party
- Sponsor
- Investigators
- NOVARTIS, Principal investigator, Novartis investigator site
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT00605475
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- CACZ885A2213
- Status last verified
- Jan 2012
- First submitted
- 18 Jan 2008
- Last updated
- 13 Feb 2012
- Results posted
- Yes, on ClinicalTrials.gov
- Data monitoring committee
- No
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 13 Feb 2012. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- A Multi Center, Randomized, Double Blind, Placebo-controlled, Dose Escalation Study of the Safety, Tolerability, Pharmacokinetics and Pharmacodynamics of ACZ885 Administered Intravenously to Patients With Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT00605475
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- CACZ885A2213
- Conditions
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- Keywords
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus, Canakinumab, ACZ885, IL-1B antagonist, metformin, glycemic control, insulin sensitivity
- Phase
- Phase 2
- Study type
- Interventional
- Recruitment status
- Completed
- Enrolment
- 231 participants (actual)
- Lead sponsor
- NovartisIndustry (pharma, biotech, devices)
- Study start
- Dec 2007
- Primary completion
- Sep 2010 (actual)
- Study completion
- Sep 2010 (actual)
- First posted
- 31 Jan 2008 (estimated)
- Results
- Posted 13 Feb 2012
Clinical summary
The research question as the sponsor registered it. This describes what the study plans to test, not what it found.
The purpose of this study was to evaluate, in patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus, whether Canakinumab can lower Glycosylated hemoglobin / hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) and/or peak glucose levels in response to an oral glucose tolerance test (OGTT).
Study design
- Primary purpose
- Treatment
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Masking
- Double blind (participant, investigator)
- Number of arms
- 2
| Arm | Type | Receives |
|---|---|---|
| Canakinumab | Experimental | Drug: Canakinumab, Drug: MetforminEligible participants were assigned to receive canakinumab in one of four cohorts; 1) Single IV infusion of canakinumab 0.3 mg/kg; 2) Singe IV infusion of canakinumab 10 mg/kg; 3) single IV infusion of canakinumab 0.1 mg/kg or 0.3 mg/kg, or 1.5 mg/kg; 4) Single IV injection of canakinumab 0.03 mg/kg. All participants were required to take a concomitant stable daily dose of metformin during the study. |
| Placebo | Placebo comparator | Drug: Placebo, Drug: MetforminEligible participants were assigned to receive placebo to canakinumab in one of four cohorts; 1) Single IV infusion of placebo to canakinumab 0.3 mg/kg; 2) Singe IV infusion of placebo to canakinumab 10 mg/kg; 3) single IV infusion of placebo to canakinumab 0.1 mg/kg or 0.3 mg/kg, or 1.5 mg/kg; 4) Single IV injection of placebo to canakinumab 0.03 mg/kg. All participants were required to take a concomitant stable daily dose of metformin during the study. |
Who may qualify
- Ages
- 18 to 70 years
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- Not accepted
- Age groups
- Adult, Older adult
Key inclusion criteria (4 listed)
- Male or female patients aged 18 to 70 years, with type 2 diabetes mellitus (non-insulin dependent diabetes) for at least 6 months prior to study start
- HbA1c between 7.0 and 9.5%
- On stable dose metformin monotherapy
- Stable body weight
Key exclusion criteria (5 listed)
- Poorly controlled type 2 diabetes (very low or very high blood sugar levels, or other indicators of poor control)
- Acute infections prior to dosing
- Patients with type 1 diabetes (insulin-dependent diabetes)
- Taking diabetes medication (other than metformin)
- Other protocol-defined inclusion/exclusion criteria may apply
Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening; this overview does not establish that a patient qualifies. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria.
Interventions
| Intervention | Type | Arms |
|---|---|---|
| CanakinumabAlso: ACZ885Canakinumab given as single dose IV injection of 0.03 mg/kg, or single dose IV infusion at doses of 0.1 mg/kg 0.3 mg/kg, 1.5 mg/kg or 10 mg/kg. | Drug | Canakinumab |
| PlaceboPlacebo to Canakinumab given as single dose IV injection of 0.03 mg/kg, or single dose IV infusion at doses of 0.1 mg/kg 0.3 mg/kg, 1.5 mg/kg or 10 mg/kg. | Drug | Placebo |
| MetforminAlso: Glucophage, GlumetzaParticipants continued on their stable daily dose of metformin throughout the study | Drug | Canakinumab, Placebo |
Primary outcome
Mean Change From Baseline in Plasma HbA1c (Glycosylated Hemoglobin / Hemoglobin A1c)
Time frame: Baseline, Day 28, Day 84, Day 126, End of Study (168 [+/- 5] days after dosing)
Blood was drawn after an overnight fast to measure plasma HbA1c levels. End of Study is defined as the last Analysis of covariance with treatment as a fixed effect and baseline as the covariate was performed.
Mean Change From Baseline in Plasma Glucose Area Under the Curve (AUC) 0 - 4 Hours Following Oral Glucose Tolerance Test (OGTT )
Time frame: Baseline, Day 28, Day 84
Mean Change in Glucose level stimulated by OGTT. Blood samples were taken at sample times: -20, -10, -1 and 10, 20, 30, 60, 90, 120, 180, and 240 minutes. Glucose levels over 4 hrs were shown as Area Under the Curve, (AUC). Analysis of covariance with treatment as a fixed effect and baseline as the covariate was performed.
14 secondary outcomes
Mean Change From Baseline in Plasma C-peptide AUC ( Area Under the Curve) 0-4 Hours, Following Oral Glucose Tolerance Test (OGTT)
Time frame: Baseline, Day 28, Day 84
Mean Change From Baseline in Plasma Insulin AUC ( Area Under the Curve) 0-4 Hours, Following Oral Glucose Tolerance Test ( OGTT )
Time frame: Baseline, Day 28, Day 84
Mean Change From Baseline in Plasma Proinsulin AUC ( Area Under the Curve) 0-4 Hours, Following Oral Glucose Tolerance Test ( OGTT )
Time frame: Baseline, Day 28, Day 84
Mean Change From Baseline in Plasma Glucagon AUC ( Area Under the Curve) 0-4 Hours, Following Oral Glucose Tolerance Test
Time frame: Baseline, Day 28, Day 84
Mean Change From Baseline in Peak Plasma Insulin/Proinsulin Level, Following Oral Glucose Tolerance Test (OGTT)
Time frame: Baseline, Day 28, Day 84
Mean Insulin Secretion Rate ( ISR ) Relative to Glucose, 0 - 4 Hours
Time frame: Day 28, Day 84
Mean Insulin Secretion Rate ( ISR ), 0 - 4 Hours
Time frame: Day 28, Day 84
Insulin Sensitivity Index ( ISI ) at Day 28, Day 48
Time frame: Day 28, Day 84
Insulinogenic Index, 0 - 30 Minutes
Time frame: Day 28, Day 84
Mean Change From Baseline in Peak Plasma Glucose Following Oral Glucose Tolerance Test ( OGTT )
Time frame: Baseline, Day 28, Day 84
Mean Change From Baseline in Peak Plasma Fructosamine Level
Time frame: Baseline, Day 14, Day 28, Day 56, Day 84, Day 126, End of Study (168 [+/- 5] days after dosing)
Insulin Resistance as Measured by the Homeostatic Model Assessment (HOMA-IR)
Time frame: Baseline, Day 28, Day 84
β-cell Function as Measured by the Homeostatic Model Assessment (HOMA-β )
Time frame: Baseline, Day 28, Day 84
Number of Participants Reporting Death, Serious Adverse Events (SAEs), Adverse Events (AE) Above 5% Frequency
Time frame: Baseline to End of Study (56[+/-2] and 168 [+/- 5] days after dosing for Cohort 1 and Cohorts 2-4, respectively)
Results and safety
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Research links
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govLast updated by the sponsor 13 Feb 2012.
- Posted resultsParticipant flow, baseline, all outcome measures and adverse events.
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Referral and contact
AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals. Contact the study team or a site listed below; they decide who can take part. This study is not recruiting at the moment.
NOVARTIS principal investigator
Novartis investigator site
13 sites in 3 countries: see every site and its status.
Questions about this trial
What is this clinical trial studying?
A Phase 2 study testing Canakinumab and Metformin in people with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus, run by Novartis at 13 sites in 3 countries.
The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.
Who may be eligible to take part?
The sponsor lists 4 inclusion and 5 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.
Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?
The record says: finished, as of the sponsor's last update on 13 Feb 2012. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.
Where is the study taking place?
The record lists 13 sites in United States, Germany, Russia. Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.
What are the possible benefits and risks?
They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. Some participants in this study may receive a placebo. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.
What does this phase mean?
Phase 2 studies give the treatment to a larger group to see whether it has the intended effect and to keep checking safety.
Not every study follows the same path, and some studies (observational studies, device studies) have no phase.
Are results available for this study?
Yes. Results are posted in the registry (first posted 13 Feb 2012). A summary is in the For doctors view, and the full results are on ClinicalTrials.gov.
How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?
The record lists no contact. The official record names the sponsor, who can be asked directly. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.
What does the primary outcome measure?
Mean Change From Baseline in Plasma HbA1c (Glycosylated Hemoglobin / Hemoglobin A1c) (time frame: Baseline, Day 28, Day 84, Day 126, End of Study (168 [+/- 5] days after dosing)). The study lists 2 primary outcomes in all. It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.
Where can I read the original study information?
Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?
No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.
How often is this information updated?
AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 13 Feb 2012.