← Back to Search

Calcitonin Gene-Related Peptide (CGRP) Receptor Antagonist

Rimegepant for Pediatric Migraine

Phase 3
Recruiting
Research Sponsored by Biohaven Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial
Must have
Male and female participants ≥ 6 to < 18 years of age (participants must not reach their 18th birthday before enrollment into the study)
1 or more migraine days requiring treatment during the Observation Phase
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up 58 weeks
Awards & highlights

Study Summary

This trial will test if a drug is safe to use for migraines in children and adolescents.

Who is the study for?
This trial is for children and teens aged 6 to under 18 with a history of migraines, weighing at least 40 kg. They should have experienced 1-8 moderate or severe migraine attacks per month in the last two months and be able to tell migraines apart from other headaches. Stable use of preventive migraine medication is allowed.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The study tests the long-term safety of Rimegepant (BHV3000) for treating acute, moderate or severe migraines in young participants. It aims to understand how well they tolerate this medication over an extended period.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
While not specified here, common side effects may include nausea, drowsiness, dry mouth, and potential allergic reactions. Long-term studies like this one help identify any additional risks associated with prolonged use.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

You may be eligible if you check “Yes” for the criteria below
Select...
I am between 6 and 17 years old.
Select...
I needed treatment for a migraine at least once during the observation period.
Select...
I've had 1-8 severe attacks a month in the last 2 months.
Select...
I've had 1-8 severe attacks a month in the last 2 months.
Select...
I weigh at least 40 kg.
Select...
I weigh at least 40 kg.

Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~58 weeks
This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and 58 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
The occurrence of treatment-emergent adverse events, serious adverse events

Trial Design

1Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Group I: Rimegepant / BHV3000Experimental Treatment1 Intervention
BHV3000 (rimegepant) 75 mg or 50 mg ODT

Find a Location

Who is running the clinical trial?

Biohaven Pharmaceuticals, Inc.Lead Sponsor
47 Previous Clinical Trials
36,935 Total Patients Enrolled
14 Trials studying Migraine
19,174 Patients Enrolled for Migraine
PfizerLead Sponsor
4,570 Previous Clinical Trials
10,910,240 Total Patients Enrolled
23 Trials studying Migraine
24,538 Patients Enrolled for Migraine
Pfizer CT.gov Call CenterStudy DirectorPfizer
3,475 Previous Clinical Trials
8,091,354 Total Patients Enrolled
18 Trials studying Migraine
18,065 Patients Enrolled for Migraine

Media Library

Rimegepant / BHV3000 (Calcitonin Gene-Related Peptide (CGRP) Receptor Antagonist) Clinical Trial Eligibility Overview. Trial Name: NCT04743141 — Phase 3
Migraine Research Study Groups: Rimegepant / BHV3000
Migraine Clinical Trial 2023: Rimegepant / BHV3000 Highlights & Side Effects. Trial Name: NCT04743141 — Phase 3
Rimegepant / BHV3000 (Calcitonin Gene-Related Peptide (CGRP) Receptor Antagonist) 2023 Treatment Timeline for Medical Study. Trial Name: NCT04743141 — Phase 3
Migraine Patient Testimony for trial: Trial Name: NCT04743141 — Phase 3

Frequently Asked Questions

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

What similar studies have been done using Rimegepant / BHV3000?

"Rimegepant / BHV3000 was first trialed in 2019 by Clinical Research Professionals. 8 such studies have been completed with 7 more currently underway, many of which are based in Chicago."

Answered by AI

Is this a new kind of clinical trial?

"Rimegepant / BHV3000 is being trialled in 7 active studies located across 9 countries and 252 cities. The first trial, sponsored by Biohaven Pharmaceuticals, Inc., was completed in 2019. The Phase 2 drug approval stage trial involved 60 participants. Since the initial study, 8 more have been completed."

Answered by AI

Could I be a potential candidate for this research?

"Eligible participants for this migraine clinical trial must be between 6-18 years old. A total of 600 patients will be recruited for this study."

Answered by AI

Are middle-aged adults eligible for this type of treatment?

"In order to qualify for this particular study, potential patients must be between 6 and 18 years old-- which falls in the age range for 35 other trials. There are 118 clinical trials for patients outside of this age bracket."

Answered by AI

How does Rimegepant / BHV3000 impact patients safety?

"Rimegepant / BHV3000 is considered to be safe, as it has received a score of 3. This is due to the fact that this drug is in Phase 3 of clinical trials, meaning that there is some data supporting both its efficacy and safety."

Answered by AI

How many human subjects will be participating in this clinical trial?

"600 individuals are required to start the clinical trial. The sponsor, Biohaven Pharmaceuticals, Inc., will be managing the study from various locations, such as the Chicago Headache Center & Research Institute located in Chicago, Illinois and the Children's Healthcare of Atlanta in Atlanta, Georgia."

Answered by AI

Is this trial being conducted in numerous locations throughout the United States?

"Besides Chicago Headache Center & Research Institute in Chicago, Illinois, and Children's Healthcare of Atlanta in Atlanta, Georgia, other recruitment sites for this study include Dent Neurosciences Research Center in Amherst, New york, amongst 95 other locations."

Answered by AI

Who else is applying?

What state do they live in?
Ohio
California
New York
How old are they?
18 - 65
What site did they apply to?
ProScience Research Group
UnityPoint Clinic
New York Neurology Associates
Other
What portion of applicants met pre-screening criteria?
Met criteria
Did not meet criteria
How many prior treatments have patients received?
2
3+
0

Why did patients apply to this trial?

To get help and help others to further understand migraines. Curious about new treatments, costs are expensive for newer meds.
PatientReceived 1 prior treatment
Im very interested in studies my migraines effect my daily life wood love to find some hope or new medicines.
PatientReceived 2+ prior treatments

What questions have other patients asked about this trial?

Is there a location in cincinnati?
PatientReceived 2+ prior treatments
~36 spots leftby Dec 2024