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Type 1 Diabetes MellitusPhase 3NCT02059161

A Study of the Safety and Efficacy of MK-1293 Compared to Lantus™ in Participants With Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus (T1DM) (MK-1293-003)

A Phase 3 study testing MK-1293, Lantus™ and Prandial Insulin in people with Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus, run by Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC.

Completed

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

Official record
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Trial summary

The purpose of this study is to compare the safety and efficacy of MK-1293 to Lantus™ in participants with T1DM. The primary hypothesis is that after 24 weeks, the mean change in hemoglobin A1c (A1C) from baseline is non-inferior in participants treated with MK-1293 compared with participants treated with Lantus™. Read more about this study

Who is it for?
Ages 18 years and older
Conditions the study is for
Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus
What is being tested?
MK-1293, Lantus™ and Prandial Insulin
Type of treatment
Injection or infusion
Could I receive a placebo?
No, everyone receives an active treatment
How many people
508 participants
Where
No sites listed yet
Study dates
17 Oct 2013to 12 Nov 2015
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
  • All sexes
  • No healthy volunteers
  • Adult, Older adult

Who may be able to join

  • T1DM For at least 1 year
  • is currently using or has been using prandial insulin for at least 4 weeks. Participants taking any type of basal insulin should require a total daily dose of >=10 units/day. For participants currently taking pre-mixed insulin, the basal insulin component should be equivalent to a total daily dose of >=10 units/day.
  • is male, or is female who is not of reproductive potential or if of reproductive potential agrees to remain abstinent or use (or have their partner use) an acceptable method of birth control during the study and for 14 days after the last dose of study medication

Who cannot join

  • has had 1 or more severe hypoglycemic episodes associated with hypoglycemic seizure or loss of consciousness within the past 6 months
  • history of ketoacidosis in the last 6 months
  • participant, as assessed by the investigator, is not appropriate for or does not agree to target a fasting glucose of 70-100 mg/dL [3.9 -5.6 mmol/L].
  • history of intolerance or hypersensitivity to Lantus™ or contraindication to Lantus™ or one of its excipients
  • used a formulation of insulin glargine other than Lantus™
  • has received injectable incretin-based therapy within the past 8 weeks
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  • on a weight loss program and not in the maintenance phase, or has started a weight loss medication within the past 8 weeks
  • has undergone bariatric surgery within the past 12 months
  • is likely to require treatment for 2 or more consecutive weeks or repeated courses of corticosteroids (note: inhaled, nasal, and topical corticosteroids are permitted)
  • has undergone a surgical procedure within the past 4 weeks or has planned major surgery during the study
  • has new or worsening signs or symptoms of coronary heart disease or congestive heart failure within the past 3 months, or has any following disorders within the past 3 months: acute coronary syndrome, coronary artery intervention, stroke or transient ischemic neurological disorder
  • has severe peripheral vascular disease
  • has high blood pressure
  • has chronic myopathy, or a progressive neurological or neuromuscular disorder
  • has active nephropathy
  • history of active liver disease (other than non-alcoholic hepatic steatosis), including chronic active hepatitis B or C, primary biliary cirrhosis, or symptomatic gallbladder disease
  • has human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)
  • has a hematological disorder (such as aplastic anemia, myeloproliferative or myelodysplastic syndromes, thrombocytopenia)
  • history of malignancy in the past 5 years, except for adequately treated basal cell or squamous cell skin cancer, or in situ cervical cancer
  • history of melanoma, leukemia, lymphoma, or renal cell carcinoma
  • is currently being treated for hyperthyroidism or has been on a stable dose of thyroid hormone replacement therapy for <6 weeks
  • is a user of recreational or illicit drugs or has had a recent history of drug or alcohol abuse or dependence
  • is pregnant or breast-feeding, or is expecting to conceive or donate eggs
  • has donated blood products or has had phlebotomy of >300 mL within the past 8 weeks or intends to donate blood products during the study
  • has poor mental function or works the night shift

About this study

Official title: A Phase III Clinical Trial to Study the Safety and Efficacy of MK-1293 Compared to Lantus™ in Subjects With Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus

The purpose of this study is to compare the safety and efficacy of MK-1293 to Lantus™ in participants with T1DM. The primary hypothesis is that after 24 weeks, the mean change in hemoglobin A1c (A1C) from baseline is non-inferior in participants treated with MK-1293 compared with participants treated with Lantus™.

Being tested
MK-1293, Lantus™, Prandial Insulin
Medical subject headings
Diabetes Mellitus, Type 1

What participants receive

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

  • MK-1293Drug

    MK-1293 dosed subcutaneously once daily at bedtime for 52 weeks. Initial dose will be determined based on the participant's previous insulin therapy. Thereafter, the dose will be titrated to the suggested target for fasting fingerstick glucose levels. MK-1293 dosing once daily at times other than bedtime will be permitted for participants with a previously established dosing time.

  • Lantus™Drug

    Also called Insulin glargine

    Lantus™ dosed subcutaneously once daily at bedtime for 52 weeks. Initial dose will be determined based on the participant's previous insulin therapy. Thereafter, the dose will be titrated to the suggested target for fasting fingerstick glucose levels. Lantus™ dosing once daily at times other than bedtime will be permitted for participants with a previously established dosing time.

  • Prandial InsulinDrug

    Participants will continue their prandial insulin during the study.

Study groups in NCT02059161
Study groupRoleWhat they receive
MK-1293ExperimentalMK-1293 dosed subcutaneously once daily at bedtime for 52 weeks. Doses were individually titrated post randomization to the suggested target for fasting fingerstick glucose levels of >70 mg/dL (3.9 mmol/L) and ≤100 mg/dL (5.6 mmol/L).
Receives: Drug: MK-1293; Drug: Prandial Insulin
LantusActive comparatorLantus dosed subcutaneously once daily at bedtime for 52 weeks. Doses were individually titrated post-randomization to the suggested target for fasting fingerstick glucose levels of >70 mg/dL (3.9 mmol/L) and ≤100 mg/dL (5.6 mmol/L).
Receives: Drug: Lantus™; Drug: Prandial Insulin

What is being measured

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

  1. Primary: Change From Baseline in Hemoglobin A1c (A1C) at Week 24

    A1C is blood marker used to report average blood glucose levels over prolonged periods of time and is reported as a percentage (%). This change from baseline reflects the Week 24 A1C minus the Week 0 A1C.

    Measured: Baseline and Week 24

  2. Percentage of Participants With Any Confirmed Positive Anti-insulin Antibody (AIA) at Any Time Up Through Week 24

    Percentage of participants with confirmed positive AIA at any time up through Week 24 including baseline.

    Measured: Up to Week 24

  3. Percentage of Participants With Negative AIA at Baseline Who Develop Confirmed Positive AIA at Any Time Up Through Week 24

    Percentage of participants who became positive to AIA at or before Week 24, among participants who were AIA negative at baseline.

    Measured: Up to Week 24

  4. Change From Baseline in AIA Titer After 24 Weeks of Treatment

    This immunogenicity analysis will assess the effect of treatment with MK-1293 compared with Lantus on anti-insulin antibody development after 24 weeks of treatment. This change from baseline reflects the Week 24 AIA titer minus the Week 0 AIA titer.

    Measured: Baseline and Week 24

  5. Percentage of Participants Who Develop Insulin Neutralizing Antibodies Up Through Week 24

    Percentage of Participants Who Develop Insulin Neutralizing Antibodies Up Through Week 24. This immunogenicity analysis assessed the effect of treatment with MK-1293 and with Lantus on insulin-neutralizing antibody (INab) development up through 24 weeks of treatment.

    Measured: Up to Week 24

Secondary outcomes (23)
  1. Change From Baseline in A1C at Week 52

    A1C is blood marker used to report average blood glucose levels over prolonged periods of time and is reported as a percentage (%). This change from baseline reflects the Week 52 A1C minus the Week 0 A1C.

    Measured: Baseline and Week 52

  2. Total Insulin Dose at Week 24

    Total insulin dose = basal insulin (MK-1293 or Lantus) + bolus (prandial) insulin (non-study medication).

    Measured: Week 24

  3. Total Insulin Dose Per Kilogram (kg) of Body Weight (Unit/kg) at Week 24

    Total insulin dose = basal insulin (MK-1293 or Lantus) + bolus (prandial) insulin (non-study medication).

    Measured: Week 24

  4. Change From Baseline in Fasting Plasma Glucose (FPG) at Week 24

    Blood glucose was measured on a fasting basis (collected after a 10-hour fast). FPG is expressed as mg/dL. This change from baseline reflects the FPG level at Week 24 minus the FPG level at Week 0.

    Measured: Baseline and Week 24

  5. Percentage of Participants With Confirmed Positive AIA Up Through Week 52

    Percentage of participants with confirmed positive AIA at any time up through Week 52 including baseline.

    Measured: Up to Week 52 including baseline

  6. Percentage of Participants With Negative AIA at Baseline Who Develop Confirmed Positive AIA at Any Time Up Through Week 52

    Percentage of participants who became positive to AIA at or before Week 52, among participants who were AIA negative at baseline.

    Measured: Up to Week 52

  7. Change From Baseline in AIA Titer After 52 Weeks of Treatment

    This immunogenicity analysis assessed the effect of treatment with MK-1293 compared with Lantus on anti-insulin antibody development after 52 weeks of treatment. This change from baseline reflects the AIA titers at Week 52 minus the AIA titers at Week 0.

    Measured: Baseline and Week 52

  8. Total Insulin Dose at Week 52

    Total insulin dose = basal insulin (MK-1293 or Lantus) + bolus (prandial) insulin (non-study medication).

    Measured: Week 52

  9. Total Insulin Dose Per Kilogram (kg) of Body Weight (Unit/kg) at Week 52

    Total insulin dose = basal insulin (MK-1293 or Lantus) + bolus (prandial) insulin (non-study medication).

    Measured: Week 52

  10. Change From Baseline in FPG at Week 52

    Blood glucose was measured on a fasting basis (collected after a 10-hour fast). This change from baseline reflects the FPG level at Week 52 minus the FPG level at Week 0.

    Measured: Baseline and Week 52

  11. Percentage of Participants Who Develop Insulin Neutralizing Antibodies Up Through Week 52

    Percentage of Participants Who Develop Insulin Neutralizing Antibodies Up Thought Week 52. This immunogenicity analysis assessed the effect of treatment with MK-1293 and with Lantus on insulin-neutralizing antibody (INAb) development up through 52 weeks of treatment.

    Measured: Up to Week 52

  12. Change From Baseline in 7-point Self-monitored Blood Glucose (SMBG) at Week 24

    The 7-point SMBG profile consisted of the following measurements by glucose meter: morning pre-meal (fasting), 2 hours after morning meal, midday pre-meal, 2 hours after midday meal, evening pre meal, pre-bedtime (pre-dose and at least 2 hours after evening meal), between 2:00 AM and 4:00 AM in the morning.

    Measured: Baseline and Week 24

  13. Change From Baseline in 7-point SMBG at Week 52

    The 7-point SMBG profile consisted of the following measurements by glucose meter: morning pre-meal (fasting), 2 hours after morning meal, midday pre-meal, 2 hours after midday meal, evening pre meal, pre-bedtime (pre-dose and at least 2 hours after evening meal), between 2:00 AM and 4:00 AM in the morning.

    Measured: Baseline and Week 52

  14. Percentage of Participants Attaining A1C Glycemic Goals of <7% and <6.5% After 24 Weeks of Treatment.

    Percentage of participants attaining A1C glycemic goals of <7.0% and <6.5% after 24 weeks of treatment.

    Measured: 24 weeks

  15. Percentage of Participants Attaining A1C Glycemic Goals of <7% and <6.5% After 52 Weeks of Treatment.

    Percentage of participants attaining A1C glycemic goals of <7.0% and <6.5% after 52 weeks of treatment.

    Measured: 52 weeks

  16. Basal Insulin Dose at Week 52

    Basal Insulin Dose at Week 52.

    Measured: Week 52

  17. Basal Insulin Dose Per kg of Body Weight at Week 52

    Basal Insulin Dose per kg of Body Weight at Week 52.

    Measured: Week 52

  18. Bolus Insulin Dose at Week 52

    Bolus Insulin Dose at Week 52.

    Measured: Week 52

  19. Bolus Insulin Dose Per kg of Body Weight at Week 52

    Bolus Insulin Dose per kg of Body Weight at Week 52.

    Measured: Week 52

  20. Basal Insulin Dose at Week 24

    Basal Insulin Dose at Week 24.

    Measured: Week 24

  21. Basal Insulin Dose Per kg of Body Weight at Week 24

    Basal Insulin Dose per kg of Body Weight at Week 24.

    Measured: Week 24

  22. Bolus Insulin Dose at Week 24

    Bolus Insulin Dose at Week 24.

    Measured: Week 24

  23. Bolus Insulin Dose Per kg of Body Weight at Week 24

    Bolus Insulin Dose per kg of Body Weight at Week 24.

    Measured: Week 24

Timeline

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

  1. First posted11 Feb 2014 (estimated)
  2. Study start17 Oct 2013
  3. Primary completion4 May 2015
  4. Study completion12 Nov 2015

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
None (open label)
Enrolment
508 participants (actual)
IDs, dates and publications
ClinicalTrials.gov ID
NCT02059161
Sponsor's protocol ID
1293-003
Other IDs
2011-003971-12
Status last verified
Aug 2018
First submitted
7 Feb 2014
Last updated
5 Sep 2018
Data monitoring committee
No
Individual data sharing
Yes: https://www.merck.com/clinical-trials/pdf/ProcedureAccessClinicalTrialData.pdf

Publications

  • Home PD, Lam RLH, Carofano WL, Golm GT, Eldor R, Crutchlow MF, Marcos MC, Rosenstock J, Hollander PA, Gallwitz B. Efficacy and safety of MK-1293 insulin glargine compared with originator insulin glargine (Lantus) in type 1 diabetes: A randomized, open-label clinical trial. Diabetes Obes Metab. 2018 Sep;20(9):2220-2228. doi: 10.1111/dom.13354. Epub 2018 Jun 5.

    PubMed 29766635

Questions about this trial

What is this clinical trial studying?

A Phase 3 study testing MK-1293, Lantus™ and Prandial Insulin in people with Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus, run by Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC.

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 25 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 5 Sep 2018. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.

What are the possible benefits and risks?

They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. 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 8 Mar 2017). 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?

Primary: Change From Baseline in Hemoglobin A1c (A1C) at Week 24 (time frame: Baseline and Week 24). The study lists 5 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 NCT02059161, 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 5 Sep 2018.

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