200 Participants Needed

K-877-ER + CSG452 for NASH

Recruiting at 151 trial locations
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Overseen ByDirector, Clinical Operations
Age: 18+
Sex: Any
Trial Phase: Phase 2
Sponsor: Kowa Research Institute, Inc.
Prior Safety DataThis treatment has passed at least one previous human trial

Trial Summary

Do I need to stop my current medications for this trial?

The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications. Please consult with the study team for guidance.

What data supports the effectiveness of the drug CSG452 (Tofogliflozin) for treating NASH?

Research shows that drugs similar to CSG452, known as SGLT2 inhibitors, have been effective in reducing liver fat and improving liver function in conditions like nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) and nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH). For example, studies on other SGLT2 inhibitors like luseogliflozin and ipragliflozin have shown improvements in liver enzyme levels and liver fat content, suggesting potential benefits for NASH treatment.12345

Is the combination of K-877-ER and CSG452 safe for humans?

Tofogliflozin, a component of the treatment, has been studied in mice and shown to reduce liver inflammation and fat accumulation without major safety concerns. In a human study with a similar drug, licogliflozin, diarrhea was common but mild, and no other major safety issues were found.16789

How does the drug K-877-ER + CSG452 for NASH differ from other treatments?

The drug K-877-ER + CSG452 for NASH is unique because it includes tofogliflozin, a selective SGLT2 inhibitor, which works by promoting glucose excretion in urine, a mechanism primarily used for treating type 2 diabetes. This approach is novel for NASH, as there are no standard treatments for this condition.1011121314

What is the purpose of this trial?

This trial is testing two new experimental drugs used together to treat adults with a serious liver disease. The combination is expected to be more effective than using each drug alone.

Research Team

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Shona Pendse, MD, MMSc

Principal Investigator

Kowa Research Institute, Inc.

Eligibility Criteria

Adults with Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH) and liver fibrosis can join this trial. They must have a minimum score on a liver health test, not be in another study recently, and not drink significant alcohol. Other chronic liver diseases or conditions outlined in the protocol also disqualify them.

Inclusion Criteria

My liver biopsy shows a NAS of 4 or more with some steatosis, inflammation, and ballooning.
My liver fibrosis stage is between 1 and below 4.
Meet all inclusion criteria outlined in clinical study protocol
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Exclusion Criteria

I have a long-term liver condition.
Does not meet any other exclusion criteria outlined in clinical study protocol
Participation in another clinical trial involving an investigational agent within 30 days prior to signing the Informed Consent Form (ICF) for this study
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Timeline

Screening

Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial

2-4 weeks

Treatment

Participants receive combination therapy with K-877-ER and CSG452 for the treatment of NASH

48 weeks

Follow-up

Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment

4 weeks

Treatment Details

Interventions

  • CSG452
  • K-877-ER
  • Placebo
Trial Overview The trial is testing two experimental drugs, K-877-ER and CSG452, against a placebo to see if they're effective for treating NASH with liver fibrosis. Participants will randomly receive either the drugs or placebo.
Participant Groups
4Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Placebo Group
Group I: K-877-ERExperimental Treatment2 Interventions
K-877-ER and CSG452 Placebo QD
Group II: K-001Experimental Treatment2 Interventions
K-877-ER and CSG452 Once daily (QD)
Group III: CSG452Experimental Treatment2 Interventions
CSG452 and K-877-ER Placebo QD
Group IV: PlaceboPlacebo Group1 Intervention

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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?

Kowa Research Institute, Inc.

Lead Sponsor

Trials
46
Recruited
16,400+

Findings from Research

In a study of 107 patients with nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH), the 150 mg dose of licogliflozin resulted in a significant 32% reduction in serum alanine aminotransferase levels after 12 weeks, indicating its potential efficacy in treating NASH.
While licogliflozin was generally well-tolerated, diarrhea was reported in a majority of patients, particularly at the higher dose, suggesting that while the drug shows promise, its side effects need to be monitored in future studies.
Licogliflozin for nonalcoholic steatohepatitis: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, phase 2a study.Harrison, SA., Manghi, FP., Smith, WB., et al.[2023]
SGLT-2 inhibitors, tested in 12 randomized controlled trials involving 850 overweight or obese individuals with NAFLD, significantly reduced liver enzyme levels and liver fat content over a median treatment period of 24 weeks.
Specifically, treatment with SGLT-2 inhibitors led to a decrease in serum alanine aminotransferase by 10.0 IU/L and gamma-glutamyltransferase by 14.49 IU/L, indicating their potential efficacy in managing nonalcoholic fatty liver disease.
Sodium-Glucose Cotransporter-2 Inhibitors for Treatment of Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease: A Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials.Mantovani, A., Petracca, G., Csermely, A., et al.[2021]
In a case study of a 67-year-old woman with type 2 diabetes and NASH, the SGLT2 inhibitor ipragliflozin led to significant clinical and histological improvements in liver function after four months of treatment.
Key markers of liver health, including serum ALT and fibrotic markers, returned to normal levels, and imaging studies showed a reduction in liver fat deposits, suggesting ipragliflozin could be a promising treatment for NASH.
The Improvement of the Hepatic Histological Findings in a Patient with Non-alcoholic Steatohepatitis with Type 2 Diabetes after the Administration of the Sodium-glucose Cotransporter 2 Inhibitor Ipragliflozin.Takeda, A., Irahara, A., Nakano, A., et al.[2022]

References

Licogliflozin for nonalcoholic steatohepatitis: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, phase 2a study. [2023]
Sodium-Glucose Cotransporter-2 Inhibitors for Treatment of Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease: A Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials. [2021]
The Improvement of the Hepatic Histological Findings in a Patient with Non-alcoholic Steatohepatitis with Type 2 Diabetes after the Administration of the Sodium-glucose Cotransporter 2 Inhibitor Ipragliflozin. [2022]
Treatment with the SGLT2 inhibitor luseogliflozin improves nonalcoholic steatohepatitis in a rodent model with diabetes mellitus. [2022]
Effects of dapagliflozin and n-3 carboxylic acids on non-alcoholic fatty liver disease in people with type 2 diabetes: a double-blind randomised placebo-controlled study. [2021]
Long-term luseogliflozin therapy improves histological activity of non-alcoholic steatohepatitis accompanied by type 2 diabetes mellitus. [2022]
Dapagliflozin protects against nonalcoholic steatohepatitis in db/db mice. [2022]
Preventive effects of the sodium glucose cotransporter 2 inhibitor tofogliflozin on diethylnitrosamine-induced liver tumorigenesis in obese and diabetic mice. [2018]
The Effects of Sodium-Glucose Cotransporter 2-Inhibitors on Steatosis and Fibrosis in Patients with Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease or Steatohepatitis and Type 2 Diabetes: A Systematic Review of Randomized Controlled Trials. [2023]
Safety and effectiveness of tofogliflozin in Japanese patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus: Results of 24-month interim analysis of a long-term post-marketing study (J-STEP/LT). [2022]
A Pharmacokinetic/Pharmacodynamic Drug-Drug Interaction Study of Tofogliflozin (a New SGLT2 Inhibitor) and Selected Anti-Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Drugs. [2018]
Canagliflozin use in patients with renal impairment-Utility of quantitative clinical pharmacology analyses in dose optimization. [2022]
Effect of Renal Impairment on the Pharmacokinetics and Pharmacodynamics of Tofogliflozin (A SELECTIVE SGLT2 Inhibitor) in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus. [2019]
Pharmacokinetics and Pharmacodynamics of Tofogliflozin (a Selective SGLT2 Inhibitor) in Healthy Male Subjects. [2022]
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