Mavorixafor for Liver Failure
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial aims to test how a new drug, mavorixafor, affects people with liver failure. Researchers seek to understand the drug's behavior in the body and assess its safety and tolerability. Participants will include individuals with mild to severe liver problems and healthy individuals for comparison. Ideal candidates have stable liver disease, have not recently changed their medications, and are in generally good health aside from their liver condition. 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 requires that participants with liver issues be on a stable medication regimen, meaning you should not start new medications or change doses within 28 days before taking mavorixafor. If you're already on stable medications, you likely won't need to stop them.
Is there any evidence suggesting that mavorixafor is likely to be safe for humans?
Research has shown that mavorixafor has undergone safety testing in humans. The FDA first approved it for treating warts, indicating it passed safety checks for that use. However, its safety in individuals with liver problems remains under investigation.
Mavorixafor is processed by the liver, so liver issues could affect how the body handles the drug. The exact effects on individuals with severe liver problems are not fully known, but the ongoing study aims to learn more about this.
As this study is in its early stages, it primarily focuses on how well individuals can tolerate mavorixafor and any side effects they might experience. The treatment is not yet proven safe for liver issues, but the study will help gather important information.12345Why do researchers think this study treatment might be promising?
Mavorixafor is unique because, unlike traditional treatments for liver failure that focus on managing symptoms or supporting liver function, it is designed to target the underlying mechanisms of liver impairment. Researchers are excited because Mavorixafor acts on the CXCR4 receptor, which plays a crucial role in immune cell trafficking and inflammation. This novel mechanism could potentially reduce liver damage and improve liver function more effectively than current options. Additionally, its oral administration after a short fasting period offers a convenient and non-invasive alternative for patients.
What evidence suggests that mavorixafor might be an effective treatment for liver failure?
Studies have shown that the liver mainly processes mavorixafor. As a result, individuals with liver problems might experience higher levels of the drug in their bodies. Previous research in animals did not indicate that mavorixafor caused additional liver damage or inflammation, suggesting it might be safe for those with liver issues. However, limited information exists on its effects in people with liver failure. This trial will assess the safety and tolerability of mavorixafor in participants with varying degrees of liver impairment, including mild, moderate, and severe cases, as well as in healthy volunteers matched to these groups.13567
Who Is on the Research Team?
Chief Medical Officer
Principal Investigator
X4 Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for adults with liver impairment and healthy volunteers matched by age, weight, and gender. Participants must not have other significant medical conditions or be taking conflicting medications that could affect the study results.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 dose of mavorixafor orally on an empty stomach after a minimum 10-hour fasting period
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after receiving the single dose
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- Mavorixafor
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
X4 Pharmaceuticals
Lead Sponsor