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End Stage Renal DiseasePhase 2NCT01147666

Study of Roxadustat (FG-4592) in Participants With End-Stage Renal Disease Receiving Maintenance Hemodialysis

A Phase 2 study testing Roxadustat and Epoetin Alfa in people with End Stage Renal Disease and Anemia, run by Kyntra Bio at 25 sites in United States.

Completed

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

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Trial summary

The primary objective of this study is to evaluate the efficacy and safety of roxadustat in participants with end-stage renal disease (ESRD) on maintenance hemodialysis (HD) therapy, previously treated with intravenous (IV) epoetin alfa. Read more about this study

Who is it for?
Ages 18 to 75 years
Conditions the study is for
End Stage Renal Disease, Anemia
What is being tested?
Roxadustat and Epoetin Alfa
Could I receive a placebo?
Yes, some participants may receive a placebo
How many people
161 participants
Where
25 sitesUnited States
Study dates
17 May 2010to 15 Oct 2012
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 75 years
  • All sexes
  • No healthy volunteers
  • Adult, Older adult

Who may be able to join

  • ESRD and receiving maintenance HD TIW for ≥4 months prior to Day 1
  • Two most recent Hb values obtained during screening period must be within the ranges set below:
  • Group A. Normoresponder Criteria: Hb range in the 8 weeks prior to randomization within 9.0 to 13.5 g/dL ii) Group B. Hyporesponder Criteria: Hb range in the 8 weeks prior to randomization within 8.5 to 13.5 g/dL
  • Epoetin alfa, dose requirements:
  • Group A. Normoresponder Criteria - Cohorts A-1 to A-12: Stable IV epoetin alfa dose at baseline (that is, no more than a 30% fluctuation in the weekly dose) during the 4 weeks prior to study Day -3
  • Cohorts A-1 to A-4: Current and previous (past 4 weeks) epoetin alfa dose range 25 to 85 IU/kg/dose, TIW; weekly dose between 75 and 255 IU/kg/week
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  • Cohort A-5: Current and previous (past 4 weeks) epoetin alfa dose range ≥85 to 115 IU/kg/dose, TIW; total weekly dose between 255 and 450 IU/kg/week
  • Cohort A-9: Current and previous (past 4 weeks) epoetin alfa dose range ≥85 to 150 IU/kg/dose, TIW; total weekly dose between 255 and 450 IU/kg/week
  • Cohorts A-6 to A-8: Current and previous (past 4 weeks) epoetin alfa dose range 25 to 115 IU/kg/dose, TIW, and two times a week (BIW); total weekly dose between 75 and 345 IU/kg/week
  • Cohorts A-10 to A-12: Optional cohorts to be decided (TBD), dosing frequency and dose range to be determined by sponsor ii) Group B. Hyporesponder Criteria:
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  • Cohort B-1 (completed): Current and previous (past 4 weeks) epoetin alfa dose range 125 to 400 IU/kg/dose, TIW; weekly dose between 375 and 1200 IU/kg/week
  • Cohort B-2 to B-4: Current and previous (past 4 weeks) epoetin alfa dose range >115 IU/kg/dose, TIW; total weekly dose >345 IU/kg/week no requirement for stability of epoetin alfa doses
  • Complete Blood Count (CBC), Hematology, liver function blood tests, serum folate and vitamin B12 within acceptable limits
  • Absence of active or chronic gastrointestinal bleeding
  • High sensitivity C-reactive protein (hsCRP) <60 mg/liter for normoresponders Cohorts A-8 through A-12 enrolled under Amendment 3; no hsCRP criteria for hyporesponders
  • Body weight: 40 to 140 kg (dry weight)
  • Body mass index (BMI): 18 to 45 kg/meter square (m^2)
  • Dialysis vascular access via native arteriovenous fistula or synthetic graft, or permanent (tunneled) catheter (not via temporary catheter); permanent and temporary catheters, however, are still prohibited in Cohort A-5

Who cannot join

  • Anticipated change in HD prescription
  • Any clinically significant infection or evidence of an underlying infection
  • Positive for any of the following: Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV); hepatitis B surface antigen (HBsAg); or anti-hepatitis C virus antibody (anti-HCV Ab)
  • History of chronic liver disease
  • New York Heart Association Class III or IV congestive heart failure
  • Chronic inflammatory disease that could impact erythropoiesis (for example, systemic lupus erythematosis, rheumatoid arthritis, celiac disease) even if it is currently in remission
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  • History of myelodysplastic syndrome
  • History of hemosiderosis, hemochromatosis, polycystic kidney disease, or anephric
  • Active hemolysis or diagnosis of hemolytic syndrome
  • Known bone marrow fibrosis
  • Uncontrolled or symptomatic secondary hyperparathyroidism
  • Any prior organ transplantation
  • Drug-treated gastroparesis or short-bowel syndrome
  • History of alcohol or drug abuse; or a positive drug screen for a substance that has not been prescribed for the participant
  • Prior treatment with roxadustat
  • Diagnosis or suspicion of renal cell carcinoma
  • Red blood cell (RBC) transfusion within 12 weeks prior to Day 1, or anticipated need for RBC transfusion during the dosing period
  • IV iron supplement within 2 weeks prior to Day 1 and/or unwilling to withhold IV iron during the dosing/treatment period

Trial locations and contacts

25 sites in 1 country.

25 sites in 1 country

United States25 sites
  • Study site

    Arlington, Texas

  • Study site

    Azusa, California

  • Study site

    Detroit, Michigan

  • Study site

    Fairfax, Virginia

  • Study site

    Fort Worth, Texas

  • Study site

    Honolulu, Hawaii

  • Study site

    Houston, Texas

  • Study site

    Kansas City, Missouri

  • Study site

    Los Angeles, California

  • Study site

    Louisville, Kentucky

  • Study site

    Miami, Florida

  • Study site

    New York, New York

  • Study site

    Northridge, California

  • Study site

    Ontario, California

  • Study site

    Orangeburg, South Carolina

  • Study site

    Paramount, California

  • Study site

    Paterson, New Jersey

  • Study site

    Pembroke Pines, Florida

  • Study site

    Pine Bluff, Arkansas

  • Study site

    Rosedale, New York

  • Study site

    San Antonio, Texas

  • Study site

    Tempe, Arizona

  • Study site

    Toledo, Ohio

  • Study site

    Williamsville, New York

  • Study site

    Yuba City, California

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About this study

Official title: A Phase 2, Randomized, Open-Label Active-Comparator (Epoetin Alfa) and Single-Blind Placebo-Controlled, Dose-Ranging Safety and Exploratory Efficacy Study of FG-4592 in Subjects With End-Stage Renal Disease Receiving Maintenance Hemodialysis

The primary objective of this study is to evaluate the efficacy and safety of roxadustat in participants with end-stage renal disease (ESRD) on maintenance hemodialysis (HD) therapy, previously treated with intravenous (IV) epoetin alfa.

Read the detailed description

Dose ranging study with consecutive cohorts in two participant populations: participants normally responding to current anemia treatment (epoetin alfa) ("normoresponders": participants with baseline epoetin alfa dose at study entry 75 to 450 international units [IU]/kilograms [kg]/week) and participants not responding well to current treatment ("hyporesponders": participants with maintenance epoetin alfa dose above 450 IU/kg/week). Normoresponders are randomized to study drug roxadustat or epoetin alfa at a ratio of 3:1; hyporesponders are randomized to study drug roxadustat or epoetin alfa or placebo at a ratio of 2:1:1. The study objectives are to demonstrate that roxadustat is effective in maintaining hemoglobin (Hb) levels when converting from epoetin alfa and to establish optimum starting doses and dose adjustment regimens for Hb maintenance.

Being tested
Roxadustat, Epoetin Alfa, Placebo
Keywords
Kidney, End Stage Renal Disease, ESRD, Chronic Kidney Disease, CKD, Renal, Anemia, Oral anemia treatment, Hemoglobin levels, Blood count, Erythropoietin, Hemodialysis, Normoresponder, Hyporesponder
Medical subject headings
Kidney Failure, Chronic, Anemia, Renal Insufficiency, Chronic

What participants receive

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

  • RoxadustatDrug

    Also called FG-4592

    Roxadustat will be administered per dose and schedule specified in the arms.

  • Epoetin AlfaDrug

    Epoetin Alfa will be administered per dose and schedule specified in the arms.

  • PlaceboOther

    Placebo matching to roxadustat will be administered per schedule specified in the arm.

Study groups in NCT01147666
Study groupRoleWhat they receive
Cohort A-1 (Roxadustat 1.0 mg/kg TIW)ExperimentalNormoresponsive participants (with baseline epoetin alfa dosage 25-85 IU/kg/dose at study entry) will receive roxadustat capsules at a dose of 1.0 milligrams (mg)/kg, administered orally 3 times weekly (TIW) in the morning of the day after dialysis (interdialytic days) for 6 weeks. Dose adjustment to achieve correction and subsequent maintenance of target Hb values (11.0-13.0 grams [g]/deciliter [dL]) will be based upon regular monitoring of Hb.
Receives: Drug: Roxadustat
Cohort A-2 (Roxadustat 1.5 mg/kg TIW)ExperimentalNormoresponsive participants (with baseline epoetin alfa dosage 25-85 IU/kg/dose at study entry) will receive roxadustat capsules at a dose of 1.5 mg/kg, administered orally TIW for 6 weeks. Dose adjustment to achieve correction and subsequent maintenance of target Hb values (11.0-13.0 g/dL) will be based upon regular monitoring of Hb.
Receives: Drug: Roxadustat
Cohort A-3 (Roxadustat 2.0 mg/kg TIW)ExperimentalNormoresponsive participants (with baseline epoetin alfa dosage 25-85 IU/kg/dose at study entry) will receive roxadustat capsules at a dose of 2.0 mg/kg, administered orally TIW for 6 weeks. Dose adjustment to achieve correction and subsequent maintenance of target Hb values (11.0-13.0 g/dL) will be based upon regular monitoring of Hb.
Receives: Drug: Roxadustat
Cohort A-4 (Roxadustat 1.8 mg/kg TIW)ExperimentalNormoresponsive participants (with baseline epoetin alfa dosage 25-85 IU/kg/dose at study entry) will receive roxadustat capsules at a dose of 1.8 mg/kg, administered orally TIW for 6 weeks. Participants who have not completed 6-week treatment at the time of Amendment 2, will continue treatment for up to 19 weeks. Dose adjustment to achieve correction and subsequent maintenance of target Hb values (11.0-13.0 g/dL) will be based upon regular monitoring of Hb.
Receives: Drug: Roxadustat
Cohort A-5 (Roxadustat 1.8 mg/kg TIW)ExperimentalNormoresponsive participants (with baseline epoetin alfa dosage 85-115 IU/kg/dose at study entry) will receive roxadustat capsules at a dose of 1.8 mg/kg, administered orally TIW for 19 weeks. Dose adjustment to achieve correction and subsequent maintenance of target Hb values (11.0-13.0 g/dL) will be based upon regular monitoring of Hb.
Receives: Drug: Roxadustat
Cohort A-6 (Roxadustat 1.3 mg/kg TIW)ExperimentalNormoresponsive participants (with baseline epoetin alfa dosage 25-115 IU/kg/dose at study entry) will receive roxadustat capsules at a dose of 1.3 mg/kg, administered orally TIW for 19 weeks. Dose adjustment to achieve correction and subsequent maintenance of target Hb values (11.0-13.0 g/dL) will be based upon regular monitoring of Hb.
Receives: Drug: Roxadustat
Cohort A-7 (Weight Tiered Roxadustat 70-100-150 mg)ExperimentalNormoresponsive participants (with baseline epoetin alfa dosage 25-115 IU/kg/dose at study entry) will receive tiered, weight-based initial doses of roxadustat (approximately 1.3 mg/kg/dose TIW). Low weight (40 to 60 kg), medium weight (>60 to 90 kg), and heavy weight (>90 to 140 kg) participants will receive roxadustat 70 mg, 100 mg, and 150 mg, respectively, administered as oral capsules for 19 weeks. Dose adjustment to achieve correction and subsequent maintenance of target Hb values (11.0-13.0 g/dL) will be based upon regular monitoring of Hb.
Receives: Drug: Roxadustat
Cohort A-8 (Weight Tiered Roxadustat 70-120-200 mg)ExperimentalNormoresponsive participants (with baseline epoetin alfa dosage 25-115 IU/kg/dose at study entry) will receive tiered, weight-based initial doses of roxadustat (approximately 1.5 mg/kg/dose TIW). Low weight (40 to 60 kg), medium weight (>60 to 90 kg), and heavy weight (>90 to 140 kg) participants will receive roxadustat 70 mg, 120 mg, and 200 mg, respectively, administered as oral capsules for 19 weeks. Dose adjustment to achieve correction and subsequent maintenance of target Hb values (11.0-13.0 g/dL) will be based upon regular monitoring of Hb.
Receives: Drug: Roxadustat
Cohort A-9 (Roxadustat 2.0 mg/kg)ExperimentalNormoresponsive participants (with baseline epoetin alfa dosage 85-150 IU/kg/dose at study entry) will receive roxadustat capsules at a dose of 2.0 mg/kg, administered orally TIW for 19 weeks. Dose adjustment to achieve correction and subsequent maintenance of target Hb values (11.0-13.0 g/dL) will be based upon regular monitoring of Hb.
Receives: Drug: Roxadustat
Cohort A-10 (Weight Tiered Roxadustat 70-120-200 mg)ExperimentalNormoresponsive participants (with baseline epoetin alfa dosage 25-115 IU/kg/dose at study entry) will receive tiered, weight-based initial doses of roxadustat (approximately 1.5 mg/kg/dose TIW). Low weight (40 to 60 kg), medium weight (>60 to 90 kg), and heavy weight (>90 to 140 kg) participants will receive roxadustat 70 mg, 120 mg, and 200 mg, respectively, administered as oral capsules for 19 weeks. Dose adjustment to achieve correction and subsequent maintenance of target Hb values (11.0-13.0 g/dL) will be based upon regular monitoring of Hb.
Receives: Drug: Roxadustat
Cohorts A (Epoetin Alfa)Active comparatorNormoresponsive participants will receive IV epoetin alfa treatments on Day 1, at their prestudy dose and according to their prestudy dosing schedule (TIW). Epoetin alfa dosing will occur on dialysis days in each Cohort A. Dose adjustment will be per local standard of care (exclusive of IV iron) for routine maintenance of stable Hb levels on dialysis participants.
Receives: Drug: Epoetin Alfa
Cohort B-1 (Roxadustat 1.5 mg/kg TIW)ExperimentalHyporesponsive participants (with baseline epoetin alfa dosage 125-400 IU/kg/dose at study entry) will receive roxadustat capsules at a dose of 1.5 mg/kg, administered orally TIW for 6 weeks. Dose adjustment to achieve correction and subsequent maintenance of target Hb values (11.0-13.0 g/dL) will be based upon regular monitoring of Hb.
Receives: Drug: Roxadustat
Cohort B-2 (Roxadustat 2.0 mg/kg TIW)ExperimentalHyporesponsive participants (with baseline epoetin alfa dosage >115 IU/kg/dose at study entry) will receive roxadustat capsules at a dose of 2.0 mg/kg, administered orally TIW for 6 weeks. Participants who have not completed 6-week treatment at the time of Amendment 2, will continue treatment for up to 19 weeks. Dose adjustment to achieve correction and subsequent maintenance of target Hb values (11.0-13.0 g/dL) will be based upon regular monitoring of Hb.
Receives: Drug: Roxadustat
Cohort B (Epoetin Alfa)Active comparatorHyporesponsive participants will receive IV epoetin alfa treatments on Day 1, at their prestudy dose and according to their prestudy dosing schedule (TIW). Epoetin alfa dosing will occur on dialysis days in each Cohort B. Dose adjustment will be per local standard of care (exclusive of IV iron) for routine maintenance of stable Hb levels on dialysis participants.
Receives: Drug: Epoetin Alfa
Cohort B (Placebo)Placebo comparatorHyporesponsive participants will receive placebo matched to roxadustat, administered orally TIW for 19 weeks.
Receives: Other: Placebo

What is being measured

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

  1. Number of Participants With Week 7 Hb ≥ Baseline Hb - 0.5 g/dL, Among Normoresponder Participants Treated for 6 Weeks Only

    Baseline was defined as the mean of the last 3 Hb values obtained prior to the first dose of study treatment, including Day 1 predose. Last observation carried forward (LOCF) method was used to impute missing values.

    Measured: Week 7

  2. Number of Participants With Week 7 Hb ≥ Baseline Hb - 0.5 g/dL, Among Hyporesponsive Participants Treated for at Least 6 Weeks

    Baseline was defined as the mean of the last 3 Hb values obtained prior to the first dose of study treatment, including Day 1 predose. LOCF method was used to impute missing values.

    Measured: Week 7

  3. Number of Participants With a Mean Hb Above 11 g/dL When the Mean Hb Values at Weeks 17, 18, 19, and 20 Were Averaged, Among Participants Treated for 19 Weeks

    The average of the mean Hb values that were above 11 g/dL at Weeks 17, 18, 19, and 20 are presented. LOCF method was used to impute missing values.

    Measured: Weeks 17, 18, 19, and 20

Secondary outcomes (16)
  1. Number of Participants With a Mean of Hb Within 11-13 g/dL (Values Obtained at Weeks 17, 18, 19, and 20 for Participants Dosed for 19 Weeks)

    The average of the mean Hb values that were within 11-13 g/dL at Weeks 17, 18, 19, and 20 are presented. LOCF method was used to impute missing values.

    Measured: Weeks 17, 18, 19, and 20

  2. Number of Participants With a Mean of Hb Within 10-13 g/dL (Values Obtained at Weeks 17, 18, 19, and 20 for Participants Dosed for 19 Weeks)

    The average of the mean Hb values that were within 10-13 g/dL at Weeks 17, 18, 19, and 20 are presented. Because of the small number of hyporesponders enrolled into this study, data for this secondary efficacy analysis as planned per protocol was not collected and summarized for hyporesponder participants. LOCF method was used to impute missing values.

    Measured: Weeks 17, 18, 19, and 20

  3. Change From Baseline in Hb at Week 7 for Participants Treated for at Least 6 Weeks

    Baseline was defined as the mean of the last 3 Hb values obtained prior to the first dose of study treatment, including Day 1 predose. LOCF method was used to impute missing values.

    Measured: Baseline, Week 7

  4. Change From Baseline in Hb at Weeks 8, 10, 12, 14, 17, 19, and 20 for Participants Treated for 7-19 Weeks

    Baseline was defined as the mean of the last 3 Hb values obtained prior to the first dose of study treatment, including Day 1 predose. LOCF method was used to impute missing values.

    Measured: Baseline, Weeks 8, 10, 12, 14, 17, 19, and 20

  5. Number of Participants Who Required Dose Adjustments During the Dosing Period for Participants Treated for 6 Weeks Only

    Number of participants who required dose increase, dose reduce, dose interruption or dose resume were reported. Because of the small number of hyporesponders enrolled into this study, data for this secondary efficacy analysis as planned per protocol was not collected and summarized for hyporesponder participants.

    Measured: Baseline up to Week 6

  6. Number of Participants Who Required Dose Adjustments During the Dosing Period for Participants Treated for 19 Weeks

    Number of participants who required dose increase, dose reduce, dose interruption or dose resume were reported. Because of the small number of hyporesponders enrolled into this study, data for this secondary efficacy analysis as planned per protocol was not collected and summarized for hyporesponder participants.

    Measured: Baseline up to Week 19

  7. Number of Participants Whose Hb Levels Were Maintained at Week 7 to Within ±1 g/dL of Their Mean 4-Week Screening Period Baseline Value for Participants Treated for At Least 6 Weeks

    Measured: Week 7

  8. Number of Participants Whose Hb Levels Were Maintained at Week 7 to Within ±1 g/dL of Their Mean 4-Week Screening Period Baseline Value for Participants Treated for 19 Weeks

    Measured: Week 7

  9. Number of Participants Treated for 6 Weeks Only Whose Hb Levels at Week 7 Were Greater Than Their Baseline Level

    Baseline was defined as the mean of the last 3 Hb values obtained prior to the first dose of study treatment, including Day 1 predose. LOCF method was used to impute missing values. Because of the small number of hyporesponders enrolled into this study, data for this secondary efficacy analysis as planned per protocol was not collected and summarized for hyporesponder participants.

    Measured: Week 7

  10. Number of Participants Treated for 7-19 Weeks Whose Hb Levels at Weeks 8, 10, 12, 14, 17, 19, and 20 Were Greater Than Their Baseline Level

    Baseline was defined as the mean of the last 3 Hb values obtained prior to the first dose of study treatment, including Day 1 predose. LOCF method was used to impute missing values. Because of the small number of hyporesponders enrolled into this study, data for this secondary efficacy analysis as planned per protocol was not collected and summarized for hyporesponder participants.

    Measured: Weeks 8, 10, 12, 14, 17, 19, and 20

  11. Number of Participants Who Required Rescue Anemia Treatment Due to Hb Levels, Among Participants Treated for at Least 6 Weeks

    Rescue anemia treatment included any ESA dosing, RBC transfusion, or IV iron.

    Measured: Baseline up to Week 6

  12. Number of Participants Who Required Rescue Anemia Treatment Due to Hb Levels, Among Participants Treated for 19-Weeks

    Rescue anemia treatment included any ESA dosing, RBC transfusion, or IV iron.

    Measured: Baseline up to Week 19

  13. Number of Participants Requiring Dose Reduction Secondary to Excessive Erythropoiesis During Dosing Period, Among Participants Treated for at Least 6-Weeks

    Measured: Baseline up to Week 6

  14. Number of Participants Requiring Dose Reduction Secondary to Excessive Erythropoiesis During Dosing Period, Among Participants Treated for 19-Weeks

    Measured: Baseline up to Week 19

  15. Rate of Change in Hb Levels, Measured by Regression Slopes of the Hb Values During Treatment up to Week 6

    The rate of rise was computed as the slope of the regression line of change in Hb level (in g/dL) vs. time (in weeks) using Random Coefficient Model. Because of the small number of hyporesponders enrolled into this study, data for this secondary efficacy analysis as planned per protocol was not collected and summarized for hyporesponder participants.

    Measured: Baseline up to Week 6

  16. Trough Plasma Concentration of Roxadustat and Epoetin Alfa

    Measured: Predose, 4, 8, 12, 24, 48, and 72 hours postdose at Weeks 1 and 6

Timeline

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

  1. First posted22 Jun 2010 (estimated)
  2. Study start17 May 2010
  3. Primary completion15 Oct 2012
  4. Study completion15 Oct 2012

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 2
Primary purpose
Treatment
Allocation
Randomised
Intervention model
Parallel groups
Masking
Double blind
Who is masked
Participant, Investigator
Enrolment
161 participants (actual)
IDs, dates and publications
ClinicalTrials.gov ID
NCT01147666
Sponsor's protocol ID
FGCL-4592-040
Status last verified
Dec 2021
First submitted
20 May 2010
Last updated
11 Jan 2022
Data monitoring committee
Yes

Publications

  • Natale P, Palmer SC, Jaure A, Hodson EM, Ruospo M, Cooper TE, Hahn D, Saglimbene VM, Craig JC, Strippoli GF. Hypoxia-inducible factor stabilisers for the anaemia of chronic kidney disease. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2022 Aug 25;8(8):CD013751. doi: 10.1002/14651858.CD013751.pub2.

    PubMed 36005278

Questions about this trial

What is this clinical trial studying?

A Phase 2 study testing Roxadustat and Epoetin Alfa in people with End Stage Renal Disease and Anemia, run by Kyntra Bio at 25 sites in United States.

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 19 inclusion and 18 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 11 Jan 2022. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.

Where is the study taking place?

The record lists 25 sites in United States. 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 11 Jan 2022). 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?

Number of Participants With Week 7 Hb ≥ Baseline Hb - 0.5 g/dL, Among Normoresponder Participants Treated for 6 Weeks Only (time frame: Week 7). 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 NCT01147666, which also lists 1 linked publication.

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 11 Jan 2022.

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