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PTC857 for ALS (CARDINALS Trial)
CARDINALS Trial Summary
This trial will study the effects of PTC857 on people with ALS.
CARDINALS Trial Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria
You may be eligible if you check “Yes” for the criteria belowCARDINALS Trial Timeline
Treatment Details
Study Objectives
Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.CARDINALS Trial Design
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- I have previously been treated with PTC857.I have had breast cancer or a close family member has.You have been diagnosed with either definite ALS or probable ALS based on the EL Escorial criteria.My lung function is good enough to pass a basic breathing test.You have been diagnosed with ALS within the past 24 months.My medications, except for specific ALS treatments, have been stable for the last 14 days.My ALS medication has been the same for the last month and won't change during the study.I have been treated with edaravone and sodium phenylbutyrate/taurursodiol within the last 30 days.Your ALSFRS-R score must be at least 34 at the beginning of the Screening Period.My recent breast cancer screening was negative.I am not pregnant, nursing, or planning to become pregnant during the study.I do not have any major health issues that could affect my safety or the study results.
- Group 1: PTC857
- Group 2: Placebo
- Screening: It may take up to 3 Weeks to process to see if you qualify in this trial.
- Treatment: The duration you will receive the treatment varies.
- Follow Ups: You may be asked to continue sharing information regarding the trial for 6 Months after you stop receiving the treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Has the FDA granted authorization for PTC857?
"Since PTC857 is currently undergoing a Phase 2 trial, our team at Power judged its safety to be at level two. This signifies that while there has been some evidence collected demonstrating the drug's security profile, efficacy data has yet to be produced."
Are there any openings in this research project for participants?
"Per the information on clinicaltrials.gov, this medical study is currently recruiting patients; it was originally posted to the website in mid-May 2021 and has seen its last amendment just a few weeks ago at the end of November 2022."
Does the trial's criteria allow for participants aged 60 and over?
"The eligibility criteria for this medical trial requires potential participants to be aged 18 or older and no more than 80 years old."
How many people are involved in this therapeutic trial?
"This trial necessitates the participation of 258 qualified individuals, who can enroll at one of several sites such as California Pacific Medical Center Research Institute, Sutter Health in San Francisco or Austin Neuromuscular Centre."
How many medical facilities are executing this research experiment?
"Currently, this trial is recruiting from 6 different sites located in San Francisco, Austin and Dallas. In order to reduce travel requirements for those involved, it is important to select the closest site."
Is there any criteria for eligibility to take part in this experiment?
"This clinical trial is in search of 258 participants aged between 18 and 80 who are living with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis."
Who else is applying?
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What portion of applicants met pre-screening criteria?
How many prior treatments have patients received?
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How responsive is this trial?
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Most responsive sites:
- University of South Florida - Carol and Frank Morsani Center for Advanced Healthcare: < 48 hours
Average response time
- < 2 Days
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