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Growth Factor

Pegozafermin Regimen 2 for Fatty Liver Disease

Phase 3
Recruiting
Research Sponsored by 89bio, Inc.
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial
Must have
Be older than 18 years old
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up up to month 36
Awards & highlights

Study Summary

This trial will investigate whether pegozafermin is effective and safe in treating liver fibrosis stage 2 or 3 in adults with a condition called MASH (previously known as nonal

Who is the study for?
Adults aged 18-75 with a BMI of ≥25 (≥23 for Asians) and <50, diagnosed with MASH (formerly NASH) having moderate to severe liver fibrosis are eligible. They must have had a recent biopsy confirming the disease stage and severity. Pregnant individuals or those outside the BMI range are excluded.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The trial is testing two different doses of Pegozafermin against a placebo to see if they're effective and safe in treating stages 2 or 3 liver fibrosis in adults with MASH. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either the drug or placebo.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
While specific side effects aren't listed here, common ones for treatments like Pegozafermin may include gastrointestinal issues, potential allergic reactions, fatigue, headache, and injection site reactions.

Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~up to month 36
This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and up to month 36 for reporting.

Treatment Details

Study Objectives

Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.
Primary outcome measures
Proportion of Participants With MASH/NASH Resolution Without Worsening of Fibrosis at Week 52
Proportion of Participants With at Least an Improvement of Fibrosis ≥1 Stage Without Worsening of MASH/NASH at Week 52
Secondary outcome measures
Change From Baseline in Liver Fat as Assessed by Magnetic Resonance Imaging - Proton Density Fat Fraction (MRI-PDFF) at Week 52
Change from Baseline in Alanine Aminotransferase (ALT) at Week 52 and Month 36
Time to First Occurrence of Disease Progression as Measured by Composite of Protocol -Specified Clinical Events

Side effects data

From 2022 Phase 1 & 2 trial • 101 Patients • NCT04048135
21%
Nausea
14%
Chest Pain
14%
Increased Appetite
14%
Headache
14%
Dysgeusia
7%
Abdominal Distension
7%
Upper Respiratory Tract Infection
7%
Vision Blurred
7%
Pruritus
7%
COVID-19
7%
Abdominal Discomfort
7%
Vomiting
7%
Seasonal Allergy
7%
Diarrhoea
7%
Neuropathy Peripheral
7%
Alanine Aminotransferase Increased
7%
Hyperglycaemia
7%
Urinary Tract Infection
7%
Dizziness
7%
Erythema
7%
Oropharyngeal Pain
100%
80%
60%
40%
20%
0%
Study treatment Arm
Part 1: Pegozafermin 18 mg Q2W
Part 1: Placebo QW or Q2W
Part 1: Pegozafermin 18 mg QW
Part 2: Pegozafermin 27 mg QW
Part 1: Pegozafermin 3 mg QW
Part 1: Pegozafermin 9 mg QW
Part 1: Pegozafermin 27 mg QW
Part 1: Pegozafermin 36 mg Q2W

Trial Design

3Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Placebo Group
Group I: Pegozafermin Regimen 2Experimental Treatment1 Intervention
Group II: Pegozafermin Regimen 1Experimental Treatment1 Intervention
Group III: PlaceboPlacebo Group1 Intervention
Matched Placebo will be administered in Regimens 1 and 2.
Treatment
First Studied
Drug Approval Stage
How many patients have taken this drug
Pegozafermin
2019
Completed Phase 2
~110

Find a Location

Who is running the clinical trial?

89bio, Inc.Lead Sponsor
5 Previous Clinical Trials
776 Total Patients Enrolled
Millie Gottwald, PharmDStudy Director89bio, Inc.
3 Previous Clinical Trials
324 Total Patients Enrolled

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Are there ongoing efforts to actively enroll participants for this medical study?

"Indeed, the details on clinicaltrials.gov highlight that this study is currently enlisting participants. The trial was initially disclosed on March 1st, 2024, and underwent its latest revision on March 21st, 2024. To fulfill its objectives, the research team aims to recruit a total of 1050 individuals from five distinct locations."

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Which individuals are eligible to partake in this research investigation?

"This clinical trial is currently enrolling 1050 individuals diagnosed with fatty liver disease and aged between 18 to 75 years. Eligible participants must meet specific criteria, including having a Body Mass Index (BMI) of ≥25.0 (≥23 for Asian individuals) and <50.0 kg/m^2 at the time of screening, being male or non-pregnant female within the age range mentioned upon providing informed consent, and having biopsy-confirmed MASH with fibrosis stage F2 or F3 according to the NASH CRN System along with NAS score ≥4 that includes a minimum score of 1 in"

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Has the FDA provided approval for Pegozafermin Regimen 1?

"Our evaluation at Power rates the safety of Pegozafermin Regimen 1 as a level 3 on our scale. This is due to its Phase 3 trial status, which indicates some evidence supporting effectiveness and numerous rounds of data backing its safety profile."

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Is there an age limit for potential participants in this study, specifically excluding those below 65 years of age?

"Prospective participants must be at least 18 years old but no older than 75 to meet the trial's eligibility requirements."

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Are there a multitude of medical facilities conducting this research in North America?

"At present, patient enrollment for this research is ongoing at 5 distinct sites. These include Wichita Falls, Little Rock, and Ocala among other locations. Opting for the nearest site to your residence can help reduce travel commitments upon enrollment."

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What is the total number of participants being recruited for this clinical investigation?

"Indeed, as per clinicaltrials.gov, this investigation is actively seeking eligible participants. The trial was initially listed on March 1st, 2024 and underwent its latest revision on March 21st, 2024. A total of 1050 individuals are being sought across five distinct locations for enrollment in the study."

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~700 spots leftby Dec 2026