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MK-2828 for Chronic Kidney Disease

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Age: 18+
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Trial Phase: Phase 1
Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
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 tests a new treatment, MK-2828 (an experimental treatment), to observe its behavior in individuals with various kidney conditions. The study includes three groups: those with severe kidney issues not on dialysis, those with end-stage kidney disease on dialysis, and healthy individuals for comparison. It suits individuals with stable, long-term kidney problems or end-stage kidney disease who receive regular dialysis treatments. As a Phase 1 trial, the research focuses on understanding how the treatment works in people, offering participants the opportunity to be among the first to receive this new treatment.

Is there any evidence suggesting that MK-2828 is likely to be safe for humans?

Research shows that MK-2828 is under study to assess its safety and tolerability. In other studies, researchers closely monitored individuals with various kidney diseases who received MK-2828 for any side effects. Although specific results from these studies are not yet available, MK-2828's presence in early clinical trials indicates ongoing safety evaluations in humans. Consequently, information on side effects or tolerability may be limited at this stage. Prospective participants should discuss any concerns with their doctor.12345

Why do researchers think this study treatment might be promising for chronic kidney disease?

Most treatments for chronic kidney disease, especially for those at the end-stage on hemodialysis, focus on managing symptoms and slowing disease progression often through medications like ACE inhibitors or dialysis itself. However, MK-2828 is unique because it utilizes a novel active ingredient that is administered in single doses, potentially simplifying the treatment regimen. Unlike the standard treatments, which are continuous, MK-2828 is given with at least a 14-day washout period, suggesting a different mechanism or longer-lasting effect. Researchers are excited about MK-2828 because it might offer a new way to address kidney dysfunction directly, possibly improving outcomes for patients with severe renal impairment.

What evidence suggests that MK-2828 might be an effective treatment for chronic kidney disease?

Research is investigating how MK-2828 might assist with kidney disease. This trial will examine MK-2828 in various groups: participants with end-stage renal disease on hemodialysis, those with severe renal impairment, and healthy matched controls. Although limited data exists on its effectiveness for chronic kidney disease, the primary goal is to understand the drug's behavior in the body. This includes examining its absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion in individuals with different kidney functions. Early results from similar studies have guided researchers in assessing MK-2828's potential for aiding those with kidney issues. Further research is necessary to confirm its effectiveness in treating the disease.12346

Who Is on the Research Team?

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Medical Director

Principal Investigator

Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?

Inclusion Criteria

I am in good health overall, except for kidney issues.
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My kidney function is low but I'm not on dialysis.
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Timeline for a Trial Participant

Screening

Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial

2-4 weeks

Treatment

Participants receive a single dose of MK-2828 on Day 1, with a washout period of at least 14 days between doses for those in the ESRD group

1 day per dose, with a 14-day washout period
1 visit per dose (in-person)

Follow-up

Participants are monitored for pharmacokinetic parameters and adverse events

Up to 14 days
Multiple visits for blood sampling and monitoring

What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?

Interventions

  • MK-2828

How Is the Trial Designed?

3

Treatment groups

Experimental Treatment

Group I: Severe Renal ImpairmentExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Group II: Healthy Mean Matched ControlExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Group III: End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) on Hemodialysis (HD)Experimental Treatment1 Intervention

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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?

Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC

Lead Sponsor

Trials
4,096
Recruited
5,232,000+
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Chirfi Guindo

Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC

Chief Marketing Officer since 2022

Degree in Engineering from Ecole Centrale de Paris, MBA from New York University Stern School of Business

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Robert M. Davis

Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC

Chief Executive Officer since 2021

JD from Northwestern University Pritzker School of Law, MBA from Northwestern University Kellogg Graduate School of Management, Bachelor's in Finance from Miami University

Citations

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