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Laroprovstat + Rosuvastatin for Healthy Subjects

Recruiting at 1 trial location
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Overseen ByAstraZeneca Clinical Study Information Center
No Placebo GroupAll trial participants will receive the active study treatment (no placebo)

What You Need to Know Before You Apply

What is the purpose of this trial?

This trial aims to evaluate the effectiveness of a new tablet that combines two medications, laroprovstat and rosuvastatin, compared to taking each medication separately. Both medications target cholesterol management, but the trial focuses on healthy adults to assess how the body absorbs the combination. Participants must be healthy, non-smokers, and consume little caffeine, with no major medical issues that could affect drug absorption. As a Phase 1 trial, this research seeks to understand how the treatment works in people, offering participants the opportunity to be among the first to receive this new combination therapy.

Is there any evidence suggesting that this trial's treatments are likely to be safe?

Research has shown that combining laroprovstat and rosuvastatin has been tested for safety in earlier studies. In individuals with high cholesterol, this combination effectively lowers LDL cholesterol. Rosuvastatin, a well-known medication for lowering cholesterol, can cause side effects such as headaches, muscle pain, and nausea. Serious side effects are rare but may include muscle and liver problems.

Laroprovstat is newer, and its specific side effects are less well-known. Early trials, including this one, focus on safety and patient tolerance. The treatment undergoes close monitoring to ensure human safety. In these early stages, researchers carefully watch for any side effects. While the side effects of rosuvastatin are known, the combination with laroprovstat is under study to better understand its safety profile.12345

Why are researchers excited about this trial's treatments?

Researchers are excited about the potential of the laroprovstat and rosuvastatin combination because it offers a novel approach to managing cholesterol levels. Unlike existing statins, which primarily focus on lowering LDL cholesterol through a single mechanism, this combination leverages laroprovstat, which may provide additional cholesterol-lowering effects by targeting different pathways. The fixed-dose combination delivery method also simplifies the treatment process, potentially boosting patient adherence and improving outcomes. By combining these two agents, the hope is to achieve more comprehensive lipid control, offering a promising alternative to current standard treatments.

What evidence suggests that this trial's treatments could be effective?

Research has shown that combining laroprovstat and rosuvastatin can significantly lower LDL-C, often referred to as "bad cholesterol." Studies indicate that this combination can reduce LDL-C levels by about 70% to 80%. This trial will evaluate different formulations of the laroprovstat and rosuvastatin combination. Laroprovstat helps the body remove more LDL-C from the blood, while rosuvastatin reduces the liver's cholesterol production. Together, they effectively combat high cholesterol.12678

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?

Inclusion Criteria

I am not breastfeeding and will use effective birth control during and after the study.
I am between 18 and 55 years old with veins suitable for repeated needle entry.
I have taken a pregnancy test and it was negative.
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Timeline for a Trial Participant

Screening

Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial

3 weeks

Treatment

Participants receive single-dose treatments of laroprovstat and rosuvastatin in various formulations across 3 or 4 periods

3-4 periods, each with a single dose on Day 1
1 visit per treatment period

Washout

A washout period of 14 days occurs between each treatment period to clear the drugs from the participants' systems

14 days between treatment periods

Follow-up

Participants are monitored for pharmacokinetic profiles and safety after the final treatment period

11 days
Multiple visits for PK sampling

What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?

Interventions

  • Laroprovstat/Rosuvastatin Fixed-Dose Combination

How Is the Trial Designed?

7

Treatment groups

Experimental Treatment

Group I: Cohort 2 Treatment GExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Group II: Cohort 2 Treatment FExperimental Treatment2 Interventions
Group III: Cohort 2 Treatment EExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Group IV: Cohort 2 Treatment DExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Group V: Cohort 1 Treatment CExperimental Treatment2 Interventions
Group VI: Cohort 1 Treatment BExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Group VII: Cohort 1 Treatment AExperimental Treatment1 Intervention

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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?

AstraZeneca

Lead Sponsor

Trials
4,491
Recruited
290,540,000+

Sir Pascal Soriot

AstraZeneca

Chief Executive Officer since 2012

Veterinary Medicine from École nationale vétérinaire d'Alfort, MBA from HEC Paris

Dr. Cristian Massacesi

AstraZeneca

Chief Medical Officer since 2021

MD from Marche Polytechnic University, Oncology training at Royal Marsden Hospital, Kaplan Comprehensive Cancer Center, and European Institute of Oncology

Pascal Soriot

AstraZeneca

Chief Executive Officer since 2012

Veterinary Medicine from École nationale vétérinaire d'Alfort, MBA from HEC Paris

Cristian Massacesi

AstraZeneca

Chief Medical Officer since 2021

MD from Marche Polytechnic University, Medical Oncology training at Royal Marsden Hospital, Kaplan Comprehensive Cancer Center, and European Institute of Oncology

Parexel

Industry Sponsor

Trials
322
Recruited
137,000+
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Peyton Howell

Parexel

Chief Executive Officer

Master of Healthcare Administration from The Ohio State University, Bachelor of Arts in Health Communications from the University of Illinois

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Dr. Austin Smith

Parexel

Chief Medical Officer since 2023

MD from the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland

Citations

Abstract 4359604: Model-Based Evaluation of LDL-C ...

The combination of rosuvastatin 20 mg and laroprovstat 30 mg resulted in a predicted mean LDL-C reduction of –76% (95% CI: –86% to –62%) at Week ...

NCT07316608 | A Phase I, Open-label, Crossover Study ...

The purpose of this study is to assess how well laroprovstat and rosuvastatin combined in a single tablet to be taken by mouth works compared with ...

Abstract 4364312: Laroprovstat (AZD0780) an oral, small ...

Combined rosuvastatin and laroprovstat treatment resulted in a total approximate reduction in LDL-C of 70% and 80% for laroprovstat 1 mg and 30 ...

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