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Hormone Therapy

DHEA (Intrarosa®) for Vaginal Discomfort in Breast Cancer Survivors

Phase 2
Recruiting
Led By Gloria Richard-Davis, MD
Research Sponsored by University of Arkansas
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial
Must have
Stage I-III, hormone receptor positive breast cancer regardless of human epidermal growth factor receptor 2 (HER2) status
No planned changes in AI during the study period
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up 12 weeks
Awards & highlights

Study Summary

This trial is testing the safety and effectiveness of a drug called Intrarosa®, which is used to improve vaginal discomfort. Participants will be randomly assigned to use Intrarosa® once a day or Replens™ two times a week.

Who is the study for?
This trial is for postmenopausal breast cancer survivors who've been on aromatase inhibitors for at least 6 months, experiencing vaginal dryness or discomfort. They must have completed primary treatment and have no active cancer or uncontrolled depression. Excluded are those using hormones, steroids, or certain treatments in the past 6-8 weeks.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The study tests Intrarosa® (DHEA) against Replens™ to see if they can relieve vaginal discomfort in participants. One group will use Intrarosa® daily; the other will apply Replens™ twice weekly to compare safety and effectiveness.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
Potential side effects may include local irritation or allergic reactions due to DHEA application, though specific side effects aren't listed here as it focuses on safety and effectiveness.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

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My breast cancer is in stage I-III and is hormone receptor positive.
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I will not change my hormone therapy during the study.
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I do not have active breast or gynecologic cancer.
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I am postmenopausal, had breast cancer, finished primary treatment, and have been on AI for 6+ months.

Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~12 weeks
This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and 12 weeks for reporting.

Treatment Details

Study Objectives

Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.
Primary outcome measures
Change in vaginal atrophy

Trial Design

2Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Active Control
Group I: Vaginal DHEAExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Vaginal insert with 6.5 mg vaginal DHEA self-administered once daily at bedtime for 12 weeks
Group II: Vaginal Polycarbophil MoisturizerActive Control1 Intervention
Prefilled vaginal applicator with 2.5 g of polycarbophil vaginal moisturizing gel, self-administered two times per week at night for 12 weeks

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Who is running the clinical trial?

University of ArkansasLead Sponsor
486 Previous Clinical Trials
150,293 Total Patients Enrolled
19 Trials studying Breast Cancer
2,296 Patients Enrolled for Breast Cancer
AMAG Pharmaceuticals, Inc.Industry Sponsor
43 Previous Clinical Trials
11,306 Total Patients Enrolled
Gloria Richard-Davis, MDPrincipal InvestigatorUniversity of Arkansas

Media Library

Vaginal Dehydroepiandrosterone (Hormone Therapy) Clinical Trial Eligibility Overview. Trial Name: NCT04493333 — Phase 2
Breast Cancer Clinical Trial 2023: Vaginal Dehydroepiandrosterone Highlights & Side Effects. Trial Name: NCT04493333 — Phase 2
Vaginal Dehydroepiandrosterone (Hormone Therapy) 2023 Treatment Timeline for Medical Study. Trial Name: NCT04493333 — Phase 2
Breast Cancer Research Study Groups: Vaginal DHEA, Vaginal Polycarbophil Moisturizer

Frequently Asked Questions

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

What is the verdict on Vaginal Dehydroepiandrosterone from the FDA?

"While there is some evidence suggesting that Vaginal Dehydroepiandrosterone is safe, as this is only a Phase 2 trial, it received a score of 2."

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Who does this research require as participants?

"To participate in this trial, women must be between 18 and 70 years old, have neoplasms, and meet the following additional requirements: experience symptoms of vaginal dryness or dyspareunia according to the BSSC-W or FSFI, lack undiagnosed genital bleeding that has not been evaluated by a medical professional."

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Are there any unfilled vacancies in this particular clinical trial?

"Yes, this clinical trial is open and presently looking for participants. The listing was created on 6/7/2021 and last updated on 6/8/2022."

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What are the most recent findings from other scientific tests involving Vaginal Dehydroepiandrosterone?

"As of now, there are a total of 14 different clinical studies being conducted that focus on Vaginal Dehydroepiandrosterone. 4 of those trials are currently in Phase 3. Most of the research locations for this potential treatment are situated in London and Colorado; however, there are a grand total of 232 sites running these kinds of experiments."

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How many people are involved in this experiment?

"Yes. The clinicaltrial.gov website has details about the current recruitment for this study, which began on 6/7/2021. 60 patients are needed at 1 site for this trial."

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Could you tell me if this trial is only for patients who are under 60 years old?

"According to the eligibility requirements specified by the study, patients must be aged between 18-70. There are 115 other clinical trials for patients who fall under the age of 18 and 2449 for senior citizens above the age of 65."

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~2 spots leftby Jun 2024