200 Participants Needed

Statin + Colchicine for Coronary Artery Disease

(PROACT 2 Trial)

RA
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Overseen ByFangzhou Cheng
Prior Safety DataThis treatment has passed at least one previous human trial
Approved in 5 JurisdictionsThis treatment is already approved in other countries

Trial Summary

Will I have to stop taking my current medications?

The trial requires that you stop taking any LDL cholesterol lowering or anti-inflammatory medications, including colchicine, before participating.

What data supports the effectiveness of the drug combination of Colchicine and Rosuvastatin for Coronary Artery Disease?

Research shows that Rosuvastatin, a type of statin, is very effective at lowering bad cholesterol (LDL-C), which can help reduce the risk of heart disease. This suggests that using Rosuvastatin in combination with other treatments might be beneficial for heart health.12345

Is the combination of statin and colchicine safe for treating coronary artery disease?

Rosuvastatin, a type of statin, is generally safe with mostly acceptable side effects, but rare serious side effects like ischaemic colitis (inflammation of the colon due to reduced blood flow) have been reported. There is no specific safety data available for the combination of statin and colchicine in the provided research.24678

What makes the drug Rosuvastatin unique for coronary artery disease?

Rosuvastatin is unique because it is a potent statin that not only lowers bad cholesterol (LDL) more effectively than other statins but also has anti-inflammatory effects, which can be beneficial for coronary artery disease. Its ability to significantly reduce LDL cholesterol and increase good cholesterol (HDL) makes it a promising option for patients who do not achieve their cholesterol goals with other treatments.12359

What is the purpose of this trial?

This trial is testing a cholesterol-lowering drug (rosuvastatin), an anti-inflammatory drug (colchicine), and their combination in people with a genetic risk for heart disease. The goal is to see if these treatments can reduce or prevent plaque buildup in arteries. Rosuvastatin lowers bad cholesterol, while colchicine reduces inflammation, which together might be more effective. Rosuvastatin is one of the most potent drugs available for reducing bad cholesterol levels, which enables more high-risk patients to achieve their lipid goals.

Eligibility Criteria

This trial is for men and women aged 40-75 with a high genetic risk for coronary artery disease, who have early-stage plaque buildup in their arteries seen on a heart scan but no severe blockage. They must not have liver or severe kidney disease, allergies to the drugs being tested, be taking certain other medications, be pregnant or breastfeeding, extremely overweight, or have a history of heart problems.

Inclusion Criteria

I am between 40 and 75 years old and can give my consent.
My clinical test shows I have a high risk for coronary artery disease.
I have early-stage artery disease visible on a heart scan, but it's not severely blocking my arteries.
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Exclusion Criteria

I am pregnant, breastfeeding, or might become pregnant during the study.
You have had a strong allergic reaction to iodinated contrast, colchicine, or statins in the past.
I cannot hold my breath for 10 seconds.
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Timeline

Screening

Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial

2-4 weeks

Treatment

Participants are randomized into four groups to receive either placebo, rosuvastatin, colchicine, or both rosuvastatin and colchicine daily

52 weeks
Regular visits for monitoring and assessment

Follow-up

Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment

4 weeks

Treatment Details

Interventions

  • Colchicine
  • Rosuvastatin
Trial Overview The study tests if high-dose statins (Rosuvastatin), low-dose Colchicine, or their combination can slow down or change the makeup of early-stage artery plaque in people at high genetic risk for heart disease. Participants are randomly assigned to get one of these treatments or a placebo without knowing which one they're getting.
Participant Groups
4Treatment groups
Active Control
Placebo Group
Group I: Group DActive Control2 Interventions
Participants will receive rosuvastatin 20mg daily and colchicine 0.6mg daily
Group II: Group BActive Control2 Interventions
Participants will receive rosuvastatin 20mg daily and placebo daily
Group III: Group CActive Control2 Interventions
Participants will receive colchicine 0.6mg daily and placebo daily
Group IV: Group APlacebo Group1 Intervention
Participants will receive placebo daily

Rosuvastatin is already approved in United States, European Union, Canada, Japan for the following indications:

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Approved in United States as Crestor for:
  • High cholesterol
  • Hyperlipoproteinemia
  • Prevention of cardiovascular disease
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Approved in European Union as Crestor for:
  • Hypercholesterolemia
  • Mixed dyslipidemia
  • Homozygous familial hypercholesterolemia
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Approved in Canada as Crestor for:
  • Hypercholesterolemia
  • Mixed dyslipidemia
  • Prevention of cardiovascular disease
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Approved in Japan as Crestor for:
  • Hypercholesterolemia
  • Familial hypercholesterolemia

Find a Clinic Near You

Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?

Massachusetts General Hospital

Lead Sponsor

Trials
3,066
Recruited
13,430,000+

National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI)

Collaborator

Trials
3,987
Recruited
47,860,000+

Findings from Research

Rosuvastatin, a new statin, has shown significant dose-dependent reductions in LDL cholesterol (LDL-C) ranging from 34% to 65% compared to placebo, indicating its efficacy in lowering cholesterol levels in hypercholesterolemic patients.
In Phase III studies, rosuvastatin was found to be more effective than other commonly used statins like atorvastatin, pravastatin, and simvastatin in improving lipid profiles, suggesting it could be a superior option for patients who struggle to reach target LDL-C levels.
A new statin: a new standard.Olsson, AG.[2023]
Rosuvastatin is a powerful statin that effectively lowers total cholesterol, LDL cholesterol, triglycerides, and apolipoprotein B, potentially achieving better results than other statins, making it a promising option for treating hyperlipidaemia.
It is well tolerated with a low risk of liver or muscle toxicity, and its once-daily dosing and minimal drug interactions make it a convenient choice for patients.
Clinical rationale for rosuvastatin, a potent new HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor.Hanefeld, M.[2015]
Rosuvastatin is a potent statin that significantly reduces LDL cholesterol by 52-63% at doses of 10-40 mg, outperforming other statins like atorvastatin and simvastatin in lowering LDL levels.
It is well tolerated and has a safety profile similar to other statins, making it a suitable option for patients with dyslipidemia, including those with hypertriglyceridemia or diabetes.
Rosuvastatin--a highly effective new 3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaryl coenzyme A reductase inhibitor: review of clinical trial data at 10-40 mg doses in dyslipidemic patients.Schuster, H.[2017]

References

A new statin: a new standard. [2023]
Clinical rationale for rosuvastatin, a potent new HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor. [2015]
Rosuvastatin--a highly effective new 3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaryl coenzyme A reductase inhibitor: review of clinical trial data at 10-40 mg doses in dyslipidemic patients. [2017]
Rosuvastatin demonstrates greater reduction of low-density lipoprotein cholesterol compared with pravastatin and simvastatin in hypercholesterolaemic patients: a randomized, double-blind study. [2019]
Rosuvastatin: a review of its use in the prevention of cardiovascular disease in apparently healthy women or men with normal LDL-C levels and elevated hsCRP levels. [2015]
Rosuvastatin: a highly potent statin for the prevention and management of coronary artery disease. [2015]
Rosuvastatin: a high-potency HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor. [2019]
Adverse drug reaction: rosuvastatin as a cause for ischaemic colitis in a 64-year-old woman. [2021]
Rosuvastatin: a new inhibitor of HMG-coA reductase for the treatment of dyslipidemia. [2022]
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