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IMU-838 for Progressive Multiple Sclerosis (CALLIPER Trial)
CALLIPER Trial Summary
This trial is testing a new drug, IMU-838, to see if it's effective and safe for people with progressive multiple sclerosis.
CALLIPER Trial Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria
You may be eligible if you check “Yes” for the criteria belowCALLIPER Trial Timeline
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Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.CALLIPER Trial Design
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- My symptoms are not caused by conditions other than MS.I haven't had a relapse in 2 years and my diagnosis follows specific criteria.Your EDSS score at screening is between 3.0 and 6.5.I haven't used any experimental drugs recently.I tested positive for COVID-19 within the last 14 days or have recently recovered with negative tests.My condition has not worsened in the last 2 years.I am willing and able to follow the study's requirements.I have been diagnosed with SPMS or PPMS according to the latest criteria.You have a positive test for hepatitis B, hepatitis C, or HIV.I have signs or test results indicating NMO or MOG-associated encephalomyelitis.You have a positive test for Mycobacterium tuberculosis at SV1 using the IFN-gamma release assay (IGRA).You have experienced a worsening of your disability that was not just because of a temporary relapse in the past two years, as confirmed by a separate reviewer.I have used MS treatments before or am currently using them.I am between 18 and 65 years old.I am between 18 and 65 years old.
- Group 1: Placebo
- Group 2: IMU-838
- Screening: It may take up to 3 Weeks to process to see if you qualify in this trial.
- Treatment: The duration you will receive the treatment varies.
- Follow Ups: You may be asked to continue sharing information regarding the trial for 6 Months after you stop receiving the treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there any way to join this research program?
"This clinical trial seeks to involve 450 individuals aged 18-65 who are suffering from multiple sclerosis. Additional criteria for participation includes: adult status, EDSS score of 3.0-6.5, willingness and ability to adhere to the research protocol, documented evidence of disability progression unconnected with relapse in the last two years before enrollment, no proof of relapse within two years prior to randomization and a diagnosis according to 2017 revised McDonald Criteria 1 & 2013 revised classification of disease courses 2."
Has this trial been previously attempted in a similar capacity?
"Currently, there are 4 ongoing trials for IMU-838 distributed across 27 cities and 25 nations. Immunic AG initiated the first clinical trial of this drug in 2018; it enrolled 263 patients and achieved Phase 2 approval status before concluding. Two subsequent studies have emerged since its inception."
Are there any previous experiments conducted with IMU-838?
"IMU-838 was initially tested in 2018 by Eastern Research, Inc. with two clinical trials already concluded; the present landscape comprises of 4 active studies and a considerable number are conducted from Northbrook, Illinois."
Are recruitment efforts still ongoing for this experiment?
"The clinical trial is actively recruiting, with the initial post date of September 30th 2021 and the most recent update occurring on October 21st 2022."
How many participants are currently collaborating in this experiment?
"Yes, clinicaltrials.gov displays that this clinical trial is actively seeking recruits. It was published on September 30th 2021 and last modified October 21st 2022, with the aim of enrolling 450 patients across 13 sites."
Are there many healthcare facilities in North America conducting this research endeavor?
"This clinical trial is being coordinated by Consultants in Neurology, Ltd. in Northbrook, Illinois and sites at Los Angeles County Harbor UCLA Medical Center & Lundquist Institute (Torrance, California), Montreal Neurological Inst. in Montréal (New mexico) as well as 13 additional locations throughout the nation."
Has the regulatory authority sanctioned IMU-838?
"The safety of IMU-838 was rated a 2 because this Phase 2 trial has only produced clinical data confirming its security, while no information exists quantifying the effectiveness of the drug."
Does the trial have any age restrictions for potential participants?
"This research study is enlisting participants aged 18 or above, and below 65 years of age."
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