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Soluble Guanylate Cyclase Stimulator

Runcaciguat for Diabetic Retinopathy (NEON-NPDR Trial)

Phase 2
Waitlist Available
Research Sponsored by Bayer
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial
Must have
Moderately severe to severe NPDR in the study eye: Diabetic Retinopathy Severity Scale (DRSS) levels 47 or 53
Diabetes type 1 or 2
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up at 48 weeks
Awards & highlights

NEON-NPDR Trial Summary

This trial is testing a new drug to see if it's safe and effective in treating diabetic retinopathy, by looking at changes in the retina over time. The drug will be given for 24 weeks, and then they'll check to see if there have been any improvements.

Who is the study for?
This trial is for adults with moderately severe to severe non-proliferative diabetic retinopathy (NPDR), having a specific severity level on the DRSS scale. Participants must have type 1 or type 2 diabetes and good visual acuity. Those who've had certain prior treatments, use nitrates or PDE5 inhibitors, have macular edema, neovascular growths, very low blood pressure, or significant liver/kidney dysfunction cannot join.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The study tests Runcaciguat's safety and effectiveness against diabetic retinopathy compared to a placebo. The main goal is to see if there's an improvement in the retina after 24 weeks using color fundus photography. Vision-threatening complications are also monitored as a secondary measure of success over 48 weeks.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
Specific side effects of Runcaciguat aren't detailed here but may include reactions similar to other drugs affecting blood vessels such as headaches, dizziness due to blood pressure changes, digestive issues or potential vision disturbances.

NEON-NPDR Trial Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

You may be eligible if you check “Yes” for the criteria below
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My eye condition due to diabetes is moderately severe to severe.
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I have diabetes.

NEON-NPDR Trial Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~at 48 weeks
This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and at 48 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
DRSS improvement ≥2 steps at 48 weeks of treatment in the study eye
Secondary outcome measures
DRSS improvement ≥2 steps at 24 weeks of treatment in the study eye
Frequency of treatment emergent adverse events
Vision threatening complications at 48 weeks of treatment in the study eye

NEON-NPDR Trial Design

2Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Placebo Group
Group I: Runcaciguat (BAY1101042)Experimental Treatment1 Intervention
Group II: PlaceboPlacebo Group1 Intervention

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Who is running the clinical trial?

BayerLead Sponsor
2,238 Previous Clinical Trials
25,332,614 Total Patients Enrolled
4 Trials studying Diabetic Retinopathy
714 Patients Enrolled for Diabetic Retinopathy

Media Library

Runcaciguat (Soluble Guanylate Cyclase Stimulator) Clinical Trial Eligibility Overview. Trial Name: NCT04722991 — Phase 2
Diabetic Retinopathy Research Study Groups: Runcaciguat (BAY1101042), Placebo
Diabetic Retinopathy Clinical Trial 2023: Runcaciguat Highlights & Side Effects. Trial Name: NCT04722991 — Phase 2
Runcaciguat (Soluble Guanylate Cyclase Stimulator) 2023 Treatment Timeline for Medical Study. Trial Name: NCT04722991 — Phase 2

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Are there many locations where this research project is taking place across North America?

"Currently, this clinical trial is operational in 14 locations. If you are considering participating in the study, please note that Poway, Redlands and Sacramento are some of the cities where sites are based. There may be a location close to you which would minimize travel requirements."

Answered by AI

Are medical professionals still screening people for this study?

"This trial is still seeking patients, as evidenced by the clinicaltrials.gov listing which was published on 3/17/2021 and last edited on 10/20/2022."

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Are there other available research papers on Runcaciguat (BAY1101042)?

"Currently, there is only one active study for the drug Runcaciguat (BAY1101042), and it has not yet reached Phase 3. That said, this research is being conducted in many locations - 97 total - with a large presence in London and Bayern."

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How many patients are being given this treatment?

"98 patients that meet the study's requirements are necessary to complete the research. Bayer, the sponsor of the trial, will be managing the study from various locations; two examples include Retina Consultants San Diego in Poway, California and Retina Consultants of Southern California in Redlands."

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Has this type of treatment been done before?

"Runcaciguat (BAY1101042) has been studied since 2021. The first study, sponsored by Bayer, was completed in that year and involved 98 patients. As a result of the findings in that initial research project, Runcaciguat (BAY1101042) progressed to Phase 2 drug approval stage. Presently, there is a single live trial for Runcaciguat (BAY1101042), once again being sponsored by Bayer."

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Has Runcaciguat (BAY1101042) received FDA approval?

"Runcaciguat (BAY1101042) is currently in Phase 2 of clinical trials. While there is some evidence supporting its safety, there is no data indicating that the medication is effective."

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Who else is applying?

What state do they live in?
Louisiana
What site did they apply to?
Retina Consultants of Houston
What portion of applicants met pre-screening criteria?
Met criteria
~0 spots leftby Apr 2024