PLS240 for Secondary Hyperparathyroidism

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Overseen ByPathalys Clinical Trials
Age: < 18
Sex: Any
Trial Phase: Phase 3
Sponsor: Pathalys Pharma
No Placebo GroupAll trial participants will receive the active study treatment (no placebo)
Pivotal Trial (Near Approval)This treatment is in the last trial phase before FDA approval
Prior Safety DataThis treatment has passed at least one previous human trial

What You Need to Know Before You Apply

What is the purpose of this trial?

Approximately 56 participants who are 1 month old to 17 years old will be enrolled in this study. The total duration for this study will be 38 weeks (or up to 42 weeks when participants require a washout period due to prior exposure to prohibited medications) and includes the following periods:

* Active screening period of 6 weeks (or, up to 10 weeks for participants requiring a washout period).

* Treatment period of 28 weeks consisting of a 19-week dose titration period and 9-week stable dose period.

* Safety follow-up period of 4 weeks.

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?

This trial is for children and teens (1 month to 17 years old) with chronic kidney disease who are on hemodialysis and have secondary hyperparathyroidism. Participants may need to stop certain medications before joining.

Inclusion Criteria

Dry weight ≥7 kg during screening
I am between 1 month and 18 years old.
I have CKD, SHPT, and am on regular hemodialysis.

Exclusion Criteria

I am expected to have parathyroid surgery during the study.
I am scheduled to have a kidney transplant during the study.
I had parathyroid surgery within the last 6 months.
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What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?

Interventions

  • PLS240

Trial Overview

The study compares a new drug called PLS240 with standard treatments in young patients. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either PLS240 or the usual care, and their progress will be monitored over about 38 weeks.

How Is the Trial Designed?

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Treatment groups

Experimental Treatment

Active Control

Group I: Cohort 2Experimental Treatment2 Interventions
Group II: Cohort 1Experimental Treatment2 Interventions
Group III: Control GroupActive Control1 Intervention

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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?

Pathalys Pharma

Lead Sponsor

Trials
2
Recruited
770+