TB006 for Alzheimer's Disease
(TB006SAD Trial)
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial tests the safety and effects of a new treatment, TB006, developed for Alzheimer's disease. Researchers are examining how different doses affect healthy individuals to ensure safety for future use in Alzheimer's patients. The trial includes two groups: one receives the TB006 treatment, and the other receives a placebo, a harmless substance with no treatment effect. Ideal participants are healthy individuals who have not smoked or used nicotine products in the last three months and do not regularly consume large amounts of alcohol. As a Phase 1 trial, participants will be among the first to receive this new treatment, aiding researchers in understanding its effects in people.
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
Yes, you will need to stop taking your current medications, as the trial excludes anyone receiving maintenance medications on a daily basis.
Is there any evidence suggesting that this trial's treatments are likely to be safe?
Research shows that TB006, a treatment under study for Alzheimer's disease, appears safe. Most side effects are mild, such as infusion reactions, and they typically resolve quickly. In studies with Alzheimer's patients, some experienced shortness of breath and headaches, but only a few reported these.
Early research also suggests that TB006 generally poses a low risk for serious side effects. In a nearly completed trial with healthy volunteers, no drug-related side effects were reported, indicating participants tolerated it well. Overall, the treatment seems to have a good safety record so far.12345Why do researchers think this study treatment might be promising for Alzheimer's?
TB006 is unique because it is administered intravenously, allowing for precise control over dosing and rapid distribution in the body. Researchers are excited about TB006 because it potentially offers a new mechanism of action compared to existing treatments, which might lead to improved outcomes. Unlike the standard treatments that often rely on oral administration, the intravenous delivery of TB006 could provide faster onset of action, making it a promising alternative for treating conditions that require immediate intervention.
What evidence suggests that TB006 might be an effective treatment for Alzheimer's?
Research has shown that TB006, a monoclonal antibody, may help treat Alzheimer's disease. Nearly half of the patients who used TB006 for three months demonstrated improved thinking skills or a slowing of the disease. Some patients noticed improvements after just one month. These results suggest that TB006 could alleviate Alzheimer's symptoms. Although more studies are needed, these findings offer hope for new treatment options. Participants in this trial will receive either TB006 or a placebo to further evaluate its effectiveness.26789
Who Is on the Research Team?
George Haig, PharmD
Principal Investigator
TrueBinding, Inc.
David Walling, MD
Principal Investigator
Collaborative Neuroscience Research
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
Inclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants receive a single dose of TB006 or placebo administered as an IV infusion over 1 hour
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety, tolerability, and pharmacokinetics, including adverse events and PK parameters, until Day 75
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- Sterile saline (Placebo)
- TB006
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
TrueBinding, Inc.
Lead Sponsor