Inno8 for Hemophilia
(VOYAGER2 Trial)
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial aims to test a new medicine called Inno8 to determine its safety for people with hemophilia A, a condition where blood doesn't clot normally. Researchers will administer different doses of Inno8 to participants to understand its effects in their bodies over approximately 11 weeks. Men with hemophilia A, characterized by low factor VIII activity (a protein that helps blood clot), who have not recently received preventive treatments, might be suitable candidates for this trial. 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?
The trial does not specify if you need to stop taking your current medications, but you cannot have had any prophylactic treatment for hemophilia A recently. It's best to discuss your current medications with the trial team.
Is there any evidence suggesting that Inno8 is likely to be safe for humans?
Research has shown that the safety of Inno8 remains under investigation. Earlier research with healthy men aimed to demonstrate Inno8's safety. This type of study helps determine its safe use in people with hemophilia A. So far, researchers have focused on identifying any side effects from the treatment.
In studies where multiple doses of Inno8 were given to patients with hemophilia A, researchers primarily looked for unexpected medical problems following the medication. While these findings are important, the current study is in its early phase, providing less information on safety in people with hemophilia A compared to later phases. This phase mainly seeks to understand how well people tolerate the treatment and what side effects might occur.12345Why do researchers think this study treatment might be promising for hemophilia?
Unlike the standard treatments for hemophilia, which often rely on intravenous infusions of clotting factors, Inno8 stands out because it is administered orally. This new approach can significantly improve convenience and quality of life for patients who currently endure frequent injections. Researchers are excited because Inno8, with its oral dosing, could potentially enhance patient compliance and provide a more consistent therapeutic effect, reducing bleeding episodes more effectively.
What evidence suggests that Inno8 might be an effective treatment for hemophilia A?
Research has shown that Inno8 is being developed as a potential treatment for Hemophilia A. This medicine aims to improve blood clotting in individuals with this condition. Although detailed information from human studies remains limited, early research in healthy men has demonstrated that Inno8 is generally safe, which is encouraging for further testing. In this trial, participants in both Cohort 1 and Cohort 2 will receive an oral dose of NNC0442-0344 A, the investigational form of Inno8. The goal is to determine if Inno8 can safely help people with Hemophilia A manage their bleeding issues more effectively. Initial results are promising, but additional studies are needed to confirm its effectiveness for this group.12467
Who Is on the Research Team?
Clinical Transparency (dept. 2834)
Principal Investigator
Novo Nordisk A/S
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for individuals with Hemophilia A. Specific eligibility criteria are not provided, but typically participants must have a confirmed diagnosis and be in stable health to participate.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants receive multiple ascending oral doses of Inno8
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- Inno8
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Novo Nordisk A/S
Lead Sponsor
Lars Fruergaard Jørgensen
Novo Nordisk A/S
Chief Executive Officer since 2017
MSc in Finance and Business Administration, Aarhus School of Business, Aarhus University, Denmark
Martin Holst Lange
Novo Nordisk A/S
Chief Medical Officer since 2021
MD from University of Copenhagen