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SDX for Idiopathic Hypersomnia

Verified Trial
Phase 2
Recruiting
Led By Christopher Drake, PhD
Research Sponsored by Zevra Therapeutics
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial
Must have
At least 18 years of age at the time of consent
Documented primary diagnosis of IH according to the International Classification of Sleep Disorders (ICSD-3) criteria
Timeline
Screening 58 days
Treatment 4 weeks
Follow Up 58 days
Awards & highlights

Study Summary

This trial studied if a drug was safe & effective for improving sleep in people with IH, & how the body processes the drug.

Who is the study for?
Adults diagnosed with Idiopathic Hypersomnia (IH) who sleep at least 7 hours nightly, have a BMI ≤35 kg/m2, and are in good health can join. They must use reliable contraception and not have significant parasomnias or other conditions causing hypersomnia. Smokers must be on a stable nicotine regimen.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The trial is testing the safety and effectiveness of Serdexmethylphenidate (SDX) compared to a placebo in treating IH. It's double-blind, meaning neither participants nor researchers know who gets SDX or placebo, ensuring unbiased results.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
While specific side effects for SDX aren't listed here, stimulant medications like it often cause insomnia, increased heart rate, anxiety, appetite loss, headache, dizziness or nausea.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

You may be eligible if you check “Yes” for the criteria below
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You have a score of 11 or more on the Epworth Sleepiness Scale during the Screening and Baseline visits.

Timeline

Screening ~ 58 days
Treatment ~ 4 weeks
Follow Up ~58 days
This trial's timeline: 58 days for screening, 4 weeks for treatment, and 58 days for reporting.

Treatment Details

Study Objectives

Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.
Primary outcome measures
Safety parameter - Blood Pressure
Safety parameter - ECG
Safety parameter - Heart Rate
+3 more
Secondary outcome measures
Change from baseline in Brain Fog score
Change from baseline in Epworth Sleepiness Scale (ESS) score
Change from baseline in Modified Karolinska Sleepiness Scale in the morning and late afternoon.
+6 more

Trial Design

2Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Placebo Group
Group I: Experimental: SDXExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
SDX capsules at the optimized daily dose, once in the evening daily (qd pm) or twice per day (bid), for 2 weeks (DBWP)
Group II: Active ComparatorPlacebo Group2 Interventions
Placebo capsules once in the evening daily (qd pm) or twice per day (bid), for 2 weeks (DBWP)

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Logistics

Travel, including flights, are covered

Your expenses for travel tickets for this trial will be reimbursed.

Other reimbursement is provided

Other forms of reimbursement are provided for this trial.

Who is running the clinical trial?

Zevra TherapeuticsLead Sponsor
2 Previous Clinical Trials
437 Total Patients Enrolled
KemPharm, Inc.Lead Sponsor
2 Previous Clinical Trials
437 Total Patients Enrolled
Rho, Inc.Industry Sponsor
24 Previous Clinical Trials
5,715 Total Patients Enrolled

Media Library

Placebo Clinical Trial Eligibility Overview. Trial Name: NCT05668754 — Phase 2
Idiopathic Hypersomnia Research Study Groups: Experimental: SDX, Active Comparator
Idiopathic Hypersomnia Clinical Trial 2023: Placebo Highlights & Side Effects. Trial Name: NCT05668754 — Phase 2
Placebo 2023 Treatment Timeline for Medical Study. Trial Name: NCT05668754 — Phase 2
Idiopathic Hypersomnia Patient Testimony for trial: Trial Name: NCT05668754 — Phase 2

Frequently Asked Questions

These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.

Has the FDA approved of Experimental: SDX for therapeutic use?

"Our team has rated Experimental: SDX with a score of 2, indicating that while there is some clinical data to suggest safety, efficacy remains unproven."

Answered by AI

Are there any Canadian centers offering this trial opportunity?

"This experimental trial is gathering data from patients in Amr Daphne (Daphne, Arizona), Lakeview Clinical Research (Guntersville, California), and Mayo Clinic - Arizona (Phoenix, Colorado) as well as 35 other research clinics."

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Is enrollment into this experiment currently available to participants?

"Affirmative. Information on clinicaltrials.gov demonstrates that the search for patients is in effect. This trial was first posted on December 22nd 2022 and updated lastly on December 29th of the same year. Currently, 48 individuals are being recruited from 35 sites across the country."

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What is the main aim of this scientific research?

"As per the information provided by KemPharm, Inc., the primary outcome of this trial that will be measured over a 7-week period is safety parameters as assessed through AE's. In addition, secondary outcomes such as changes in brain fog scores, percentage of participants with increased clinical global impression severity ratings (CGI-S), and percentages of patients with greater patient global impressions of severities (PGI-S) from their baseline measurements shall also be evaluated."

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What is the scope of this research project in terms of participant numbers?

"A total of 48 voluntary participants are required to effectively conduct the research. The sponsor, KemPharm Inc., has designated multiple sites across two states including Amr Daphne in Arizona and Lakeview Clinical Research in California."

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Who else is applying?

What state do they live in?
Florida
Colorado
Other
Texas
What site did they apply to?
Clinical Site Partners, LLC - Winter Park
Delta Waves, Inc.
Houston Clinical Research Associates
Other
What portion of applicants met pre-screening criteria?
Did not meet criteria
Met criteria
How many prior treatments have patients received?
2
3+
1
0

What questions have other patients asked about this trial?

How long is the trial? How long is this study? How long are screenings? What if I have not been diagnosed, yet?
PatientReceived 2+ prior treatments
Compensation? Also what do the stages of the trial look like, in regards to what I do?
PatientReceived no prior treatments

Why did patients apply to this trial?

I need help sleeping. open to new medicines. For sleep deprivation. I am tired of being sleepy.
PatientReceived no prior treatments
I'm sleepy most of the time.
PatientReceived 2+ prior treatments

How responsive is this trial?

Typically responds via
Email
Phone Call
Most responsive sites:
  1. Clinical Site Partners, LLC - Winter Park: < 48 hours
  2. Houston Clinical Research Associates: < 48 hours
  3. New Generation of Medical Trials: < 48 hours
Average response time
  • < 2 Days
~21 spots leftby Apr 2025