ABBV-701 for Healthy Subjects
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial tests a new treatment called ABBV-701 to assess its safety and behavior in the body. Researchers administer different doses of ABBV-701 or a placebo (a harmless pill with no effect) to healthy adults. The trial focuses on understanding the treatment's safety and any possible immune reactions. It suits individuals in good health, without major illnesses or significant allergies. As a Phase 1 trial, participants will be among the first to receive this treatment, aiding researchers in understanding its effects in people.
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications. However, since the trial is for healthy participants, it's possible that taking medications could affect eligibility.
Is there any evidence suggesting that ABBV-701 is likely to be safe for humans?
Research into ABBV-701 remains in the early stages, so information on its safety is limited. This trial is a Phase 1 study, primarily aiming to determine if ABBV-701 is safe and well-tolerated by healthy adults. The goal at this stage is to observe the body's response to the treatment and identify any side effects.
Since ABBV-701 has not been approved for any condition, no previous data from other uses exists. Safety information is mostly gathered from this early testing. Participants receive different doses to help researchers determine the safest amount.
Overall, while detailed safety data is not yet available, this phase is crucial to ensure ABBV-701's safety for further testing. Participants in this trial assist researchers in understanding how well the treatment is tolerated.12345Why do researchers think this study treatment might be promising?
ABBV-701 is unique because it offers a potentially new approach to treatment with its novel mechanism of action. Unlike current treatments that may focus on broader targets, ABBV-701 is designed to precisely target specific pathways, potentially leading to more effective outcomes with fewer side effects. Researchers are excited about ABBV-701 because it could offer a more streamlined treatment option, potentially reducing the time needed to see therapeutic results compared to existing standards of care. This specificity and efficiency make ABBV-701 a promising candidate in the landscape of emerging treatments.
What evidence suggests that ABBV-701 could be effective?
Research has shown that ABBV-701 is a monoclonal antibody designed to target a protein called TL1A. This protein is associated with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), suggesting that ABBV-701 might help treat these conditions. In this trial, participants will receive a single dose of either ABBV-701 or a placebo to assess its safety and how the body processes it, rather than its effectiveness in patients. Since the trial involves healthy individuals, the primary goal is to ensure that any side effects are manageable. By targeting TL1A, ABBV-701 may reduce inflammation in IBD, but further research is needed to confirm its effectiveness.12678
Who Is on the Research Team?
ABBVIE INC.
Principal Investigator
AbbVie
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for healthy adults from Western and Asian backgrounds. Specific eligibility criteria are not detailed, but typically participants must meet certain health standards and not have conditions that could interfere with the study.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants receive a single ascending subcutaneous dose of ABBV-701 or placebo
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety, tolerability, pharmacokinetics, and immunogenicity after treatment
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- ABBV-701
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
AbbVie
Lead Sponsor
Dr. Roopal Thakkar
AbbVie
Chief Medical Officer since 2023
MD from Wayne State University School of Medicine
Robert A. Michael
AbbVie
Chief Executive Officer
Bachelor's degree in Finance from the University of Illinois