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Erectile DysfunctionPhase 3NCT00655629

Vardenafil Orodispersible Tablet (ODT) Versus Placebo in Males With Erectile Dysfunction, 50% of Whom Are to be 65 Years or Older.

A Phase 3 study testing Vardenafil ODT (STAXYN, BAY38-9456) in people with Erectile Dysfunction, run by Bayer at 40 sites in 4 countries.

Completed

Finished. The study has ended and is not enrolling. Results may be posted on the official record.

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Trial summary

This study investigates the safety and efficacy of a new dosage form of Vardenafil, an orodispersible tablet (ODT), and compares it to the safety and efficacy of a placebo (inactive) tablet in the treatment of erectile dysfunction. Read more about this study

Who is it for?
Ages 18 years and older, men only
Conditions the study is for
Erectile Dysfunction
What is being tested?
Vardenafil ODT (STAXYN, BAY38-9456)
Type of treatment
Pill or oral medicine
Could I receive a placebo?
Yes, some participants may receive a placebo
How many people
339 participants
Where
40 sitesin 4 countries
Study dates
Apr 2008to Feb 2009
Phase
Phase 3
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 years and older
  • Men only
  • No healthy volunteers
  • Adult, Older adult

Who may be able to join

  • Males 18 years-of-age or older.
  • Stable, heterosexual relationship for at least 6 months.
  • A history of erectile dysfunction (ED) for at least 6 months

Who cannot join

  • Any underlying cardiovascular condition, including unstable angina pectoris
  • History of myocardial infarction, stroke or life-threatening arrhythmia within 6 months prior to visit 1
  • Uncontrolled atrial fibrillation / flutter at screening
  • History of congenital QT prolongation
  • History of surgical prostatectomy due to prostate cancer
  • Hereditary degenerative retinal disorders
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  • History of loss of vision because of NAION (Non-arteritic anterior ischemic optic neuropathy), temporary or permanent loss of vision
  • Presence of penile anatomical abnormalities
  • Spinal cord injury
  • Resting or postural hypotension or hypertension
  • Subjects who are taking nitrates or nitric oxide donors, androgens, anti-androgens, alpha-blockers, HIV (Human immunodeficiency virus) protease inhibitors, itraconazole or ketoconazole, and clarithromycin and erythromycin.
  • Subjects taking medication known to prolong QT interval, such as Type Ia and Type 3 anti-arrhythmics.
  • Subjects who have been confirmed with phenylketonuria (PKU).
  • Use of any treatment for ED within 7 days of Visit 1.

Trial locations and contacts

40 sites in 4 countries.

40 sites in 4 countries

United States21 sites
  • South Florida Medical Research

    Aventura, Florida, 33180

  • East Valley Family Physicians, PLC

    Chandler, Arizona, 85224

  • The Urology Group

    Cincinnati, Ohio, 45212-2787

  • Columbus Urology Research, LLC

    Columbus, Ohio, 43220

  • Office of Dr. Bruce Gilbert, MD

    Great Neck, New York, 11021

  • Irvine Center for Clinical Research

    Irvine, California, 92618-3603

  • Jacksonville Impotence Treatment Center

    Jacksonville, Florida, 32223

  • Family Medical Associates

    Levittown, Pennsylvania, 19056

  • Mesa Family Medical Center

    Mesa, Arizona, 85203

  • Desert Clinical Research

    Mesa, Arizona, 85213

  • Synergy Clinical Research Center

    National City, California, 91950

  • Tulane Medical Center

    New Orleans, Louisiana, 70112

  • Mount Sinai Medical Center

    New York, New York, 10029

  • Pearl Clinical Research

    Norristown, Pennsylvania, 19401

  • University Clinical Research, Inc.

    Pembroke Pines, Florida, 33024

  • Arizona Research Center, Inc.

    Phoenix, Arizona, 85023

  • Tatum Highlands Medical Associates, PLLC

    Phoenix, Arizona, 85050

  • San Diego Uro-Research

    San Diego, California, 92103

  • San Diego Clinical Trials

    San Diego, California, 92120

  • Office of Dr. Roger Fincher, MD

    Spokane, Washington, 99206

  • Fiel Family & Sports Medicine, PC

    Tempe, Arizona, 85283

Other trials in United States

Canada8 sites
  • Clinique d'Urologie du Saguenay

    Chicoutimi, Quebec, G7H 4A3

  • Urology South Shore Research

    Greenfield Park, Quebec, J4V 2H3

  • St.Joseph's Health Care-London

    London, Ontario, N6A 4V2

  • Centre de Recherche en Sante Sexuelle du Quebec

    Montreal, Quebec, H2X 1N8

  • Sir Mortimer B. Davis Jewish General Hospital

    Montreal, Quebec, H3T 1E2

  • The Male Health Centres

    Oakville, Ontario, L6H 3P1

  • Office of Dr. Rajiv Singal, MD

    Toronto, Ontario, M4C 5T2

  • Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre

    Toronto, Ontario, M4N 3M5

Other trials in Canada

Australia6 sites
  • South Terrace Urology

    Adelaide, South Australia, 5000

  • Sydney Men's Health

    Bondi Junction, New South Wales, 2022

  • Cabrini Medical Centre

    Melbourne, Victoria, 3144

  • Queen Elizabeth II Medical Centre

    Nedlands, Western Australia, 6009

  • Perth Human Sexuality Centre

    Perth, Western Australia, 6009

  • Berry Road Medical Centre

    St Leonards, New South Wales, 2065

Other trials in Australia

Mexico5 sites
  • Consultorio Dr. Rodríguez Rivera

    Guadalajara, Jalisco, 45040

  • Centro Médico de las Américas

    Mérida, Yucatán, 97001

  • Asociación Mexicana para la Salud Sexual A. C.

    México D. F., 14000

  • Hospital Dalinde

    México, D. F., Mexico City, 06700

  • Hospital Santa Fé

    México, D. F., 06700

Other trials in Mexico

About this study

Official title: Pivotal Phase III Trial to Investigate the Efficacy and Safety of an Orodispersible Tablet Vardenafil Versus Placebo in the Treatment of Men With Erectile Dysfunction (ED) - a Fixed-dose, Double-blind, Randomized Multi-center Trial

This study investigates the safety and efficacy of a new dosage form of Vardenafil, an orodispersible tablet (ODT), and compares it to the safety and efficacy of a placebo (inactive) tablet in the treatment of erectile dysfunction. After a 4-week unmedicated phase, patients will receive Vardenafil ODT or matching placebo for 12 weeks. Safety will be determined by laboratory and other evaluations. Efficacy will be determined by the results of different questionnaires and the patient diary that will be used.

Being tested
Vardenafil ODT (STAXYN, BAY38-9456), Placebo
Keywords
Erectile Dysfunction
Medical subject headings
Erectile Dysfunction

What participants receive

What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.

  • Vardenafil ODT (STAXYN, BAY38-9456)Drug

    Subjects will receive 12 weeks of PRN (on demand) treatment with Vardenafil 10 mg orodispersible tablet (ODT)

  • PlaceboDrug

    Subjects will receive 12 weeks of PRN (on demand) treatment with matching placebo tablet

Study groups in NCT00655629
Study groupRoleWhat they receive
Vardenafil ODT (STAXYN, BAY38-9456)ExperimentalVardenafil 10 mg orodispersible tablet (ODT) taken on demand (PRN), approximately one hour before start of sexual activity, no more than one dose per day.
Receives: Drug: Vardenafil ODT (STAXYN, BAY38-9456)
PlaceboPlacebo comparatorMatching placebo tablet taken on demand (PRN), approximately one hour before start of sexual activity, no more than one dose per day.
Receives: Drug: Placebo

What is being measured

The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.

  1. Change From Baseline in International Index of Erectile Function (IIEF-EF Sub-Score) at 12 Weeks or Last Observation Carried Forward (LOCF)

    The primary variable was the treatment group difference from baseline to Week 12 or LOCF of the least square mean difference in the IIEF-EF domain score (Range: 1-30 ordinal. Directionality: severity of erectile dysfunction: <=10 'severe'; 11-16 'moderate'; 17-21 'mild to moderate'; 22-25 'mild'; >25 'no ED'.)

    Measured: from baseline up to 12 weeks

  2. Change in Percentage From Baseline in Success of Penetration (SEP2) at 12 Weeks

    SEP (Sexual Encounter Profile) items success rates are the percentage of all valid and successful intercourse attempts (items answered 'yes') in relation to all valid attempts. Here the SEP item refers to the ability to penetrate the partner.

    Measured: from baseline up to 12 weeks of treatment

  3. Change From Baseline in Success of Erection Maintenance at 12 Weeks

    SEP items success rates are the percentage of all valid and successful intercourse attempts (items answered 'yes') in relation to all valid attempts. Here the SEP item refers to the ability to maintain an erection after penetration.

    Measured: from baseline up to 12 weeks of treatment

Secondary outcomes (13)
  1. Percentage of Subjects Achieving "Back to Normal" Erectile Function

    Responders: percentage of subjects achieving an IIEF-EF score > 25. The primary variable was the treatment group difference from baseline to Week 12 or Last observation carried forward (LOCF) of the least square mean difference in the IIEF-EF domain score (1-30 ordinal points, specifying the severity of erectile dysfunction: <=10 'severe'; 11-16 'moderate'; 17-21 'mild to moderate'; 22-25 'mild'; >25 'no ED').

    Measured: up to 12 weeks of treatment

  2. Change in Percentage From Baseline in Ability to Obtain an Erection at 12 Weeks

    SEP items success rates are the percentage of all valid and successful intercourse attempts (items answered 'yes') in relation to all valid attempts. Here the SEP item refers to the ability to obtain successful erections.

    Measured: from baseline up to 12 weeks of treatment

  3. Change in Percentage From Baseline in Satisfaction With the Hardness of Erection at 12 Weeks

    SEP items success rates are the percentage of all valid and successful intercourse attempts (items answered 'yes') in relation to all valid attempts. Here the SEP item refers to the ability to get satisfactory hardness of erections.

    Measured: from baseline up to 12 weeks of treatment

  4. Change in Percentage From Baseline in Overall Satisfaction at 12 Weeks

    SEP items success rates are the percentage of all valid and successful intercourse attempts (items answered 'yes') in relation to all valid attempts. Here the SEP item refers to overall satisfactory attempts.

    Measured: from baseline up to 12 weeks of treatment

  5. Change in Percentage From Baseline in Ability to Ejaculate at 12 Weeks

    SEP items success rates are the percentage of all valid and successful intercourse attempts (items answered 'yes') in relation to all valid attempts. Here the SEP item refers to the ability to have successful ejaculations.

    Measured: from baseline up to 12 weeks of treatment

  6. Number of Sexual Attempts Till First Successful Attempt

    Measured: up to 12 weeks of treatment

  7. Change From Baseline in Ease With Erection at 12 Weeks or LOCF

    Treatment group difference in points on the Treatment Satisfaction Scale (TSS: 0-100 normalized, ordinal; Directionality: Higher scores indicate greater levels of (i) ease with erection, (ii) erectile functioning satisfaction, (iii) pleasure of sexual activity, (iv) satisfaction with orgasm, (v) confidence for completion, and (vi) satisfaction with medication.) domain "Ease with Erection" from baseline to Week 12 or LOCF expressed as the least square mean difference.

    Measured: from baseline up to 12 weeks

  8. Change From Baseline in Erectile Function Satisfaction at 12 Weeks or LOCF

    Treatment group difference in points on the Treatment Satisfaction Scale (TSS: 0-100 normalized, ordinal; Directionality: Higher scores indicate greater levels of (i) ease with erection, (ii) erectile functioning satisfaction, (iii) pleasure of sexual activity, (iv) satisfaction with orgasm, (v) confidence for completion, and (vi) satisfaction with medication.) domain "Erectile function satisfaction" from baseline to Week 12 or LOCF expressed as the least square mean difference

    Measured: from baseline up to 12 weeks

  9. Change From Baseline in Pleasure of Sexual Activity at 12 Weeks or LOCF

    Treatment group difference in points on the Treatment Satisfaction Scale (TSS: 0-100 normalized, ordinal; Directionality: Higher scores indicate greater levels of (i) ease with erection, (ii) erectile functioning satisfaction, (iii) pleasure of sexual activity, (iv) satisfaction with orgasm, (v) confidence for completion, and (vi) satisfaction with medication.) domain "Pleasure of sexual activity" from baseline to Week 12 or LOCF expressed as the least square mean difference

    Measured: from baseline up to 12 weeks

  10. Change From Baseline in Satisfaction With Orgasm at 12 Weeks or LOCF

    Treatment group difference in points on the Treatment Satisfaction Scale (TSS: 0-100 normalized, ordinal; Directionality: Higher scores indicate greater levels of (i) ease with erection, (ii) erectile functioning satisfaction, (iii) pleasure of sexual activity, (iv) satisfaction with orgasm, (v) confidence for completion, and (vi) satisfaction with medication.) domain "Satisfaction with orgasm" from baseline to Week 12 or LOCF expressed as the least square mean difference

    Measured: from baseline up to 12 weeks

  11. Change From Baseline in Confidence for Completion at 12 Weeks or LOCF

    Treatment group difference in points on the Treatment Satisfaction Scale (TSS: 0-100 normalized, ordinal; Directionality: Higher scores indicate greater levels of (i) ease with erection, (ii) erectile functioning satisfaction, (iii) pleasure of sexual activity, (iv) satisfaction with orgasm, (v) confidence for completion, and (vi) satisfaction with medication.) domain "Confidence for completion" from baseline to Week 12 or LOCF expressed as the least square mean difference

    Measured: from baseline up to 12 weeks

  12. Satisfaction With Medication at Week 12 or LOCF

    Treatment group difference in points on the Treatment Satisfaction Scale (TSS: 0-100 normalized, ordinal; Directionality: Higher scores indicate greater levels of (i) ease with erection, (ii) erectile functioning satisfaction, (iii) pleasure of sexual activity, (iv) satisfaction with orgasm, (v) confidence for completion, and (vi) satisfaction with medication.) domain "Satisfaction with medication" at LOCF expressed as the least square mean difference

    Measured: up to 12 weeks

  13. Patient Self Reported Improvement of Erectile Function Under Treatment Using a Categorical Rating Scale

    Categorical Rating Scale is a binary rating scale with 2 response options which is 'yes/no'; percentage of participants with positive answers to the Global Assessment Question. Global Assessment Question (GAQ): 'Has the treatment you have been taking over the past for weeks improved your erection?' (yes/no)

    Measured: up to 12 weeks of treatment

Timeline

From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.

  1. First posted10 Apr 2008 (estimated)
  2. Study startApr 2008
  3. Primary completionFeb 2009
  4. Study completionFeb 2009

Resources

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 3
Primary purpose
Treatment
Allocation
Randomised
Intervention model
Parallel groups
Masking
Double blind
Who is masked
Participant, Investigator
Enrolment
339 participants (actual)
IDs, dates and publications
ClinicalTrials.gov ID
NCT00655629
Sponsor's protocol ID
12094
Status last verified
Jul 2014
First submitted
4 Apr 2008
Last updated
1 Aug 2014
Data monitoring committee
No

Publications

  • Debruyne FM, Gittelman M, Sperling H, Borner M, Beneke M. Time to onset of action of vardenafil: a retrospective analysis of the pivotal trials for the orodispersible and film-coated tablet formulations. J Sex Med. 2011 Oct;8(10):2912-23. doi: 10.1111/j.1743-6109.2011.02462.x. Epub 2011 Aug 30.

    PubMed 21883954
  • Gittelman M, McMahon CG, Rodriguez-Rivera JA, Beneke M, Ulbrich E, Ewald S. The POTENT II randomised trial: efficacy and safety of an orodispersible vardenafil formulation for the treatment of erectile dysfunction. Int J Clin Pract. 2010 Apr;64(5):594-603. doi: 10.1111/j.1742-1241.2010.02358.x.

    PubMed 20456213

Questions about this trial

What is this clinical trial studying?

A Phase 3 study testing Vardenafil ODT (STAXYN, BAY38-9456) in people with Erectile Dysfunction, run by Bayer at 40 sites in 4 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 3 inclusion and 14 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 1 Aug 2014. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.

Where is the study taking place?

The record lists 40 sites in United States, Canada, Australia, Mexico. 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 3 studies compare the treatment with the current standard treatment or a placebo in a large group, to confirm how well it works and watch for side effects.

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 21 Jan 2011). 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?

Change From Baseline in International Index of Erectile Function (IIEF-EF Sub-Score) at 12 Weeks or Last Observation Carried Forward (LOCF) (time frame: from baseline up to 12 weeks). The study lists 3 primary outcomes in all. It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.

Where can I read the original study information?

On the ClinicalTrials.gov record for NCT00655629, which also lists 2 linked publications.

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 1 Aug 2014.

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