Ubrogepant for Pediatric Migraine
(UBRO PEDS OLE Trial)
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial examines the safety and tolerability of ubrogepant for children with migraines. Ubrogepant is already used by adults for quick migraine relief, and researchers aim to determine its effectiveness in children. Children aged 6-17 years with migraines who have participated in a related study can join. Participants may take ubrogepant tablets to manage up to eight migraine attacks each month, with an option for a second dose if needed. Regular check-ups will monitor any side effects or health changes. As a Phase 3 trial, this study represents the final step before FDA approval, offering a chance to contribute to important research that could lead to a new treatment option for children with migraines.
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial requires that you stop taking any medications that are on the list of prohibited drugs, like barbiturates, unless you can switch to an allowed alternative. If your current medication is not on the prohibited list, you may not need to stop taking it.
Is there any evidence suggesting that this treatment is likely to be safe for humans?
Research shows that ubrogepant is generally well-tolerated in both adults and children. Past studies have demonstrated a good safety record. The FDA has approved it for treating migraines in adults, which supports its safety.
For children, research suggests it is safe as well. One study with participants aged 6 to 17 found that most could take the drug without major problems. Some might experience mild side effects like nausea or tiredness, but these are uncommon.
Overall, evidence indicates that ubrogepant is safe for treating migraines in children and teens. Medical teams will monitor for any side effects during the study to ensure participants' safety.12345Why do researchers think this study treatment might be promising for migraine?
Ubrogepant is unique because it targets migraine attacks by blocking the CGRP receptor, which plays a key role in migraine development. Unlike traditional treatments like triptans, which can cause vascular side effects, ubrogepant offers a non-vasoconstrictive option that could be safer for young patients. Researchers are excited about ubrogepant because it is an oral treatment that can provide relief without the cardiovascular risks associated with other migraine medications, making it a promising option for children and teenagers suffering from migraines.
What evidence suggests that ubrogepant might be an effective treatment for pediatric migraine?
Research has shown that ubrogepant effectively treats migraines. In studies, it significantly improved pain relief and reduced bothersome symptoms within two hours of administration. For adults, it helps many become pain-free. While specific data for children is still being gathered, this trial will evaluate two different doses of ubrogepant for pediatric participants: Dose A for ages 12 to 17 and Dose B for ages 6 to 11. The treatment is approved for adults, suggesting it could also work well for younger individuals. Ubrogepant blocks a protein in the brain called CGRP, which is involved in causing migraine pain.13678
Who Is on the Research Team?
ABBVIE INC.
Principal Investigator
AbbVie
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for kids aged 6-17 with migraines who were in a previous study or got placebo. They must have followed the earlier study's rules and not had bad side effects. Kids can't join if they take certain meds, like barbiturates, eat grapefruit, have serious health issues, are at risk of self-harm, or might not stick to the study plan.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants receive oral ubrogepant tablets to treat up to 8 migraine attacks per month, with an option for a second dose or rescue medication
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment
Open-label extension
Participants continue to receive ubrogepant to evaluate long-term safety and tolerability
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- Ubrogepant
Ubrogepant is already approved in United States for the following indications:
- Acute treatment of migraine in adults
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Allergan
Lead Sponsor
Brent Saunders
Allergan
Chief Executive Officer since 2015
JD and MBA from Temple University
Dr. David Nicholson
Allergan
Chief Medical Officer since 2015
MD from Harvard Medical School
AbbVie
Lead Sponsor
Dr. Roopal Thakkar
AbbVie
Chief Medical Officer since 2023
MD from Wayne State University School of Medicine
Robert A. Michael
AbbVie
Chief Executive Officer
Bachelor's degree in Finance from the University of Illinois