Deucrictibant for Acquired Angioedema
(CREAATE Trial)
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial tests the effectiveness and safety of a new treatment called deucrictibant for people with acquired angioedema, a condition causing sudden swelling. Participants will receive either the actual medicine or a placebo (a pill with no active drug) to evaluate the treatment's effectiveness in preventing and treating swelling attacks. The trial includes several stages, some where participants know they are receiving the treatment, and some where they do not. It seeks individuals who have experienced angioedema attacks and can manage their condition with current treatments. As a Phase 3 trial, this study represents the final step before FDA approval, offering participants a chance to contribute to the development of a potentially groundbreaking treatment.
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
You may need to stop taking certain medications, especially if they are moderate or strong inhibitors or inducers of CYP3A4, or if they are angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors or estrogen-containing medications. The trial does not specify a washout period, but these medications should not be used within 30 days or 5 half-lives before the screening.
Is there any evidence suggesting that deucrictibant is likely to be safe for humans?
Previous studies have shown that deucrictibant is very safe. Safety checks included physical exams, lab tests, and heart monitoring, all of which confirmed that deucrictibant was well-tolerated. Additionally, past patients did not experience serious side effects or recurring symptoms after treatment. Deucrictibant has also been used in open-label studies, further supporting its long-term safety. Overall, research indicates that deucrictibant is safe for people with angioedema.12345
Why do researchers think this study treatment might be promising for angioedema?
Deucrictibant is unique because it offers a fresh approach to treating acquired angioedema by targeting the bradykinin pathway. Most current treatments, like C1 inhibitors and antihistamines, focus on different pathways or managing symptoms after an attack has started. Deucrictibant aims to prevent attacks before they even begin, which could significantly improve the quality of life for patients. Researchers are excited about this because it has the potential to provide faster and more effective relief compared to existing therapies.
What evidence suggests that deucrictibant might be an effective treatment for angioedema?
Previous studies have shown that deucrictibant holds promise in treating angioedema attacks. One study found that the average time for symptom relief was just 1.28 hours, much faster than with a placebo. Deucrictibant also effectively prevented attacks, maintaining a low number of hereditary angioedema (HAE) attacks for up to 34 months with daily use. Additionally, 83% of attacks were successfully treated with just one capsule of the on-demand version. This trial will evaluate deucrictibant's effectiveness in both preventing and quickly relieving angioedema attacks.12678
Who Is on the Research Team?
Study Director, Pharvaris
Principal Investigator
Pharvaris Netherlands B.V.
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
Adults aged 18 or older with Acquired Angioedema due to C1 Inhibitor Deficiency (AAE-C1INH) can join this study. The trial is designed for those who need both preventive treatment and on-demand therapy for sudden angioedema attacks.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Part 1 Prophylaxis Double-blind Treatment
Participants receive blinded study drug (deucrictibant 40 mg XR or placebo) for prophylaxis in a 1:1 ratio
Part 2 On-demand Double-blind Treatment
Participants receive blinded study drug (deucrictibant 20 mg IR capsule or placebo) for 2 qualifying AAE-C1INH attacks in a 2-period, 2-treatment crossover design
Part 3 On-demand Open-label Extension
All AAE-C1INH attacks are treated with open-label deucrictibant 20 mg soft capsule
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- Deucrictibant
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Pharvaris Netherlands B.V.
Lead Sponsor