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NNZ-2591 for Pitt Hopkins Syndrome (PTHS-001 Trial)

Phase 2
Recruiting
Research Sponsored by Neuren Pharmaceuticals Limited
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial
Must have
Each subject must be able to swallow the study medication provided as a liquid solution.
Males or females aged 3-17 years
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up 13 weeks
Awards & highlights

PTHS-001 Trial Summary

This trial is testing a new drug to see if it is safe and effective in children and adolescents with Pitt Hopkins Syndrome.

Who is the study for?
This trial is for children and adolescents aged 3-17 with Pitt Hopkins Syndrome, who can swallow liquid medication, weigh at least 12kg, have a certain severity of disease symptoms, and haven't lost skills in the past 3 months. They must not be pregnant or have significant health issues like heart or kidney problems.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The study tests NNZ-2591's safety and how well it works in kids with Pitt Hopkins Syndrome. It looks at how the body processes the drug (pharmacokinetics) and its effectiveness on various symptoms such as hyperventilation and intellectual disability.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
While specific side effects are not listed here, they typically include reactions to the drug's tolerability which could range from mild discomforts like nausea to more serious conditions depending on individual responses.

PTHS-001 Trial Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

You may be eligible if you check “Yes” for the criteria below
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I can swallow liquid medication.
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I am between 3 and 17 years old.
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I have been diagnosed with PTHS and have a confirmed genetic cause.
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I can swallow liquid medication.
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I am between 3 and 17 years old.
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I have been diagnosed with PTHS and have a genetic test confirming it.

PTHS-001 Trial Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~13 weeks
This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and 13 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
Pharmacokinetic - Measurement of AUC
Pharmacokinetic - Measurement of Cmax
Pharmacokinetic - Measurement of t1/2
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Secondary outcome measures
Exploratory efficacy measurement

PTHS-001 Trial Design

1Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Group I: NNZ-2591Experimental Treatment1 Intervention
NNZ-2591 oral solution (50mg/mL) to be administered twice daily dose for 13 weeks.
Treatment
First Studied
Drug Approval Stage
How many patients have taken this drug
NNZ-2591
2020
Completed Phase 1
~30

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Who is running the clinical trial?

Neuren Pharmaceuticals LimitedLead Sponsor
12 Previous Clinical Trials
926 Total Patients Enrolled
James ShawStudy DirectorNeuren Pharmaceuticals
4 Previous Clinical Trials
88 Total Patients Enrolled

Media Library

NNZ-2591 (Other) Clinical Trial Eligibility Overview. Trial Name: NCT05025332 — Phase 2
Pitt Hopkins Syndrome Clinical Trial 2023: NNZ-2591 Highlights & Side Effects. Trial Name: NCT05025332 — Phase 2
NNZ-2591 (Other) 2023 Treatment Timeline for Medical Study. Trial Name: NCT05025332 — Phase 2
Pitt Hopkins Syndrome Research Study Groups: NNZ-2591

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Has any other research been conducted using NNZ-2591?

"Sydney Children's Hospital was the site of NNZ-2591's initial clinical trial, which concluded in 2022. Currently, there are 3 separate active studies occurring throughout San Francisco, California."

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Has NNZ-2591 been given the green light by the FDA?

"While no efficacy data exists on NNZ-2591, there is enough safety information present to give this drug a score of 2."

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What criteria must patients meet in order to participate in this experiment?

"This medical research is currently open to 20 minors, aged between 3 and 17 years old, who are diagnosed with PTHS. To qualify for this trial the patient must have a documented genetic cause of their disorder; weigh at least 12kgs; be assessed as having moderate or greater symptoms severity according to CGI-S scores; not have lost any developmental skills in the past three months; be able to swallow liquid medication provided by researchers; and lastly caregivers need sufficient English language abilities."

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How many individuals is the research team recruiting for this clinical investigation?

"To meet the requirements for this clinical study, 20 qualified participants are required. These individuals can register to take part at either University of California in San Francisco or University of Alabama in Birmingham."

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Is this research endeavor actively seeking elderly participants?

"As delineated in the study requirements, 3 is the minimum age and 17 is the maximum age of enrolment."

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Is this a precedent-setting clinical trial?

"Presently, Neuren Pharmaceuticals Limited's NNZ-2591 has 3 ongoing trials spanning 11 cities and 2 countries. The initial trial of this drug was launched in 2022 and featured 20 participants undergoing its Phase 2 clinical testing phase. Since then, 1 study has been completed."

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Are there opportunities to join this medical research at the present moment?

"Correct. Clinicaltrials.gov reports that the trial, first publicized on October 14th 2022, is actively seeking volunteers. 20 participants need to be sourced from 5 participating medical centres."

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What is the extent of this trial's geographic coverage?

"The trial is conducted in a variety of locations, including the University of California at San Francisco (San Francisco, CA), University of Alabama at Birmingham (Birmingham, AL), and UT Southwestern (Dallas, TX)."

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Who else is applying?

How old are they?
< 18
18 - 65
What site did they apply to?
University of California at San Francisco
What portion of applicants met pre-screening criteria?
Met criteria
Did not meet criteria
~0 spots leftby Apr 2024