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Monoclonal Antibodies

Fremanezumab for Migraine

Phase 4
Recruiting
Led By Sait Ashina, MD
Research Sponsored by Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial
Must have
Previously diagnosed with migraine (with or without aura), in accordance with the ICHD-3 criteria
Agrees to refrain from initiating or changing the type, dosage, or frequency of any prophylactic medications for indications other than migraine that may interfere with the study objectives
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up 4 months
Awards & highlights

Study Summary

This trial will tell us if fremanezumab prevents migraine and improves sleep quality in people who suffer from migraines.

Who is the study for?
Adults aged 18-65 with migraines, experiencing 10-25 headache days a month, at least 8 being migraine days lasting over 4 hours if untreated. Must score ≥10 on the Insomnia Severity Index but not have severe sleep disorders like obstructive sleep apnea or restless legs syndrome. Cannot be using certain pain or sleep medications regularly, have serious heart/cerebrovascular conditions, history of substance abuse within last 5 years, or be pregnant/nursing without birth control.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The trial is testing Fremanezumab's effect on preventing migraines and improving sleep quality in patients with frequent migraines. Participants will self-report daily assessments of migraine and sleep before treatment and for three months after starting treatment to see if there are changes in their condition.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
While specific side effects for this trial aren't listed, common side effects of Fremanezumab may include injection site reactions (pain or redness), itching, rash, and possible allergic reactions.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

You may be eligible if you check “Yes” for the criteria below
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I have been diagnosed with migraine, following official guidelines.
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I agree not to change my preventive medications unless it's for migraines.
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I am between 18 and 65 years old.
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I score 10 or higher on the Insomnia Severity Index.
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I have been diagnosed with migraine, following specific guidelines.
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I have 10-25 headache days a month, with at least 8 being long-lasting migraines.
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My migraines started when I was 50 or younger.

Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~4 months
This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and 4 months for reporting.

Treatment Details

Study Objectives

Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.
Primary outcome measures
Fremanezumab and migraine
Fremanezumab and sleep

Trial Design

1Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Group I: treatment effectExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
No 2 arms and only 1 intervention

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Who is running the clinical trial?

Beth Israel Deaconess Medical CenterLead Sponsor
836 Previous Clinical Trials
13,010,236 Total Patients Enrolled
3 Trials studying Migraine
92 Patients Enrolled for Migraine
Teva Pharmaceuticals USAIndustry Sponsor
230 Previous Clinical Trials
188,108 Total Patients Enrolled
1 Trials studying Migraine
72 Patients Enrolled for Migraine
Sait Ashina, MDPrincipal InvestigatorBeth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

Media Library

Fremanezumab (Monoclonal Antibodies) Clinical Trial Eligibility Overview. Trial Name: NCT04693533 — Phase 4
Migraine Research Study Groups: treatment effect
Migraine Clinical Trial 2023: Fremanezumab Highlights & Side Effects. Trial Name: NCT04693533 — Phase 4
Fremanezumab (Monoclonal Antibodies) 2023 Treatment Timeline for Medical Study. Trial Name: NCT04693533 — Phase 4

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Is this treatment procedure viable for individuals in terms of safety?

"After a thorough assessment, our team at Power awarded this therapy a score of 3 due to it being in the final phase of clinical trials and its eventual approval."

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How many participants are involved in this trial?

"That is correct. Clinicaltrials.gov attests to this medical trial's active recruitment process, which was launched on July 29th 2021 and recently modified March 16th 2022. The study seeks 100 participants from a single location."

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Is this the inaugural instance of such a trial?

"At present, 4 trials are in action across 44 cities and 9 countries. This treatment first began to be trialed during 2020 by Teva Branded Pharmaceutical Products R&D, Inc., with 288 participants entering Phase 3 drug approval stage. Since then, 14 additional clinical studies have been conducted."

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Are there any open opportunities for individuals to partake in this research?

"Current data on clinicaltrials.gov attests to this trial's ongoing search for participants. It was initially posted July 29th 2021 and its information has been kept up-to-date since March 16th 2022."

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Is it possible for me to partake in this experiment?

"This medical trial seeks 100 individuals between 18-65 years of age who were diagnosed with sick headache in accordance to the International Classification of Headache Disorders, 3rd Edition (ICHD-3), and have experienced up to 25 days of migraine per month during the last three months. Furthermore, applicants must score 10 or more on the Insomnia Severity Index; agree not switch any existing prophylactic medications that may interfere with study objectives (e.g., antidepressants); be able to give written consent; and present a history of migraines prior to 50 years old."

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Is this examination accommodating seniors aged 70 and above?

"To be eligible to participate in this study, individuals must have surpassed the age of majority but not yet reached 65 years old."

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What other medical experiments have been done using this therapeutic approach?

"Currently, there are 4 active studies related to this particular treatment. Three of these investigations have reached Phase 3 in the trial process, with a majority based in Dresden, Illinois and 241 other sites worldwide conducting research as well."

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Who else is applying?

What state do they live in?
Massachusetts
What site did they apply to?
BIDMC Headaceh Clinic
What portion of applicants met pre-screening criteria?
Met criteria
Did not meet criteria
How many prior treatments have patients received?
3+

Why did patients apply to this trial?

I’m hoping that this will be better than the topiramate I take. Vestibular migraine has totally changed my quality of life. It has robbed me of independence and safety. I am dedicated to find a treatment plan for vestibular migraine.
PatientReceived no prior treatments
~3 spots leftby May 2024