E.1 Medical condition or disease under investigation |
E.1.1 | Medical condition(s) being investigated |
Relapsing Remitting Multiple Sclerosis (RRMS) |
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MedDRA Classification |
E.1.2 Medical condition or disease under investigation |
E.1.2 | Version | 9.1 |
E.1.2 | Level | PT |
E.1.2 | Classification code | 10028245 |
E.1.2 | Term | Multiple sclerosis |
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E.1.3 | Condition being studied is a rare disease | No |
E.2 Objective of the trial |
E.2.1 | Main objective of the trial |
To assess the efficacy of 0.6 mg daily dose of laquinimod compared to placebo in RRMS subjects, as measured by the number of confirmed relapses during the core study period. |
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E.2.2 | Secondary objectives of the trial |
Accumulation of physical disability measured by the time to confirmed progression of EDSS during the double blind study period (A confirmed progression of EDSS is defined as a 1 point increase from baseline on EDSS score if baseline EDSS was between 0 and 5.0, or a 0.5 point increase if baseline EDSS was 5.5, confirmed 3 months later. Progression can not be confirmed during a relapse). EDSS changes relate to converted EDSS scores. ! To asses the cumulative number of enhancing lesions on T1-weighted images taken on months 12, and 24 (and 30 in case of extending the study for 6 months). ! To asses the cumulative number of new hypointense lesions on enhanced T1 scans at months 12, and 24 (and 30 in case of extending the study for 6 months). ! To asses the cumulative number of new T2 lesions on scans taken on months 12 and 24 (and 30 in case of extending the study for 6 months). |
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E.2.3 | Trial contains a sub-study | Yes |
E.2.3.1 | Full title, date and version of each sub-study and their related objectives |
The following ancillary studies will be performed in a subset of countries and sites: Frequent MRI: The cumulative number of T1-Gd enhancing lesions taken from scans obtained at months 0, 3, 6, 12, 18 and 24. In case the study will be extended also in month 30. MT: The change from baseline to month 12 and 24/30 months in magnetization transfer MRI. MRS: Change from baseline to 24/30 in Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy (NAA:Cr ratio in lesions, normally-appearing white matter). Brain atrophy, as defined by the percentage of change from one scan to the subsequent scan in brain volume, in addition to the measurements done in the (Frequent MRI Cohort). Serum samples will be collected from all subjects in order to investigate the potential mechanism of action of laquinimod and additional biomarkers of inflammation and potential biomarkers of MS disease. These samples will be collected at months: 0 (baseline), 1, 12 and 24 (even if the study is extended to month 30). Whole blood and serum samples will be collected for evaluation of the immunological response to treatment with laquinimod and further investigation of the potential mechanism of action. The whole blood samples will be collected at months: 0 (baseline), 1, 3, 6, 12 and 24 (even if the study is extended to month 30) (in selected countries and sites). The serum samples will be collected at months: 0 (baseline), 1, 6, 12 and 24 (in selected countries and sites). The following ancillary studies will be performed in all sites: Relationship between PGx and response to laquinimod in terms of clinical, MRI and safety parameters. Population PK – fitness of a population model to different covariates will be evaluated. (covariates such as: gender, age, concomitant medications, weight, AE profile, habits)
In Latvia only the following substudies will be performed: - Genetic Markers (PGx) - Population PK - Investigation of potential pathways of Laquinimod’s mechanism of action
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E.3 | Principal inclusion criteria |
1. Subjects must have a confirmed and documented MS diagnosis as defined by the Revised McDonald criteria [Ann Neurol 2005: 58:840-846], with a relapsing-remitting disease course. 2. Subjects must be ambulatory with converted Kurtzke EDSS score of 0-5.5. 3. Subjects must be in a stable neurological condition and free of corticosteroid treatment [intravenous (iv), intramuscular (im) and/or per os (po)] 30 days prior to screening (month -1). 4. Subjects must have had experienced one of the following: At least one documented relapse in the 12 months prior to screening At least two documented relapses in the 24 months prior to screening One documented relapse between 12 and 24 months prior to screening with at least one documented T1-Gd enhancing lesion in an MRI performed within 12 months prior to screening. 5. Subjects must be between 18 and 55 years of age, inclusive. 6. Subjects must have disease duration of at least 6 months (from the first symptom) prior to screening. 7. Women of child-bearing potential must practice an acceptable methods of birth control [acceptable methods of birth control in this study include: surgical sterilization, intrauterine devices, oral contraceptive, contraceptive patch, long-acting injectable contraceptive, partner’s vasectomy or double-barrier method (condom or diaphragm with spermicide). 8. Subjects must be able to sign and date a written informed consent prior to entering the study 9. Subjects must be willing and able to comply with the protocol requirements for the duration of the study.
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E.4 | Principal exclusion criteria |
1. Subjects with progressive forms of MS 2. An onset of relapse, unstable neurological condition or any treatment with corticosteroids [intravenous (iv), intramuscular (im) and/or per os (po)] or ACTH between month -1 (screening) and 0 (baseline). 3. Use of experimental or investigational drugs, and/or participation in drug clinical studies within the 6 months prior to screening. 4. Use of immunosuppressive including Mitoxantrone (Novantrone®) or cytotoxic agents within 6 months prior to the screening visit. 5. Previous use of either of the following: natalizumab (Tysabri®), cladribine, laquinimod. 6. Previous treatment with glatiramer acetate (Copaxone®) Interferon-β (either 1a or 1b) or IVIG within 2 months prior to screening visit. 7. Systemic corticosteroid treatment of ≥30 consecutive days duration within 2 months prior to screening visit. 8. Previous total body irradiation or total lymphoid irradiation. 9. Previous stem cell treatment, autologous bone marrow transplantation or allogenic bone marrow transplantation. 10. A known history of tuberculosis. 11. Acute infection two weeks prior to baseline visit. 12. Major trauma or surgery two weeks prior to baseline 13. A history of vascular thrombosis (excluding catheter-site superficial venous thrombophlebitis). 14. A carrier state of factor V Leiden mutation (either homo- or heterozygous) as disclosed at screening. 15. Positive screening test for Hepatitis B surface antigen, Hepatitis C antibody, or HIV antibody as disclosed at screening visit. 16. Use of potent inhibitors of CYP3A4 within 2 weeks prior to baseline visit (1 month for fluoxetine) see detailed list in Appendix 5 17. Use of amiodarone within 2 years prior to screening visit. 18. Pregnancy or breastfeeding. 19. Subjects with a clinically significant or unstable medical or surgical condition that would preclude safe and complete study participation, as determined by medical history, physical examinations, ECG, laboratory tests or chest X-ray. Such conditions may include: A cardiovascular or pulmonary disorder that cannot be well-controlled by standard treatment permitted by the study protocol. A gastrointestinal disorder that may affect the absorption of study medication. Renal or metabolic diseases. Any form of chronic liver disease, including known non-alcoholic steatohepatitis. A ≥2xULN serum elevation of either of the following at screening: ALT, AST or direct bilirubin A QTC interval (obtained from either 2 ECG recordings at screening or from the mean value calculated from 3 measurements at baseline visit) which is >450msec. A family history of Long- QT syndrome. A history of drug and/or alcohol abuse. Major psychiatric disorder. 20. A known history of sensitivity to Gd. 21. Inability to successfully undergo MRI scanning. 22. Known drug hypersensitivity that would preclude administration of laquinimod, such as hypersensitivity to: mannitol, meglumine or sodium stearyl fumarate.
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E.5 End points |
E.5.1 | Primary end point(s) |
The study's primary endpoint is the number of confirmed relapses during the double blind treatment phase. |
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E.6 and E.7 Scope of the trial |
E.6 | Scope of the trial |
E.6.1 | Diagnosis | No |
E.6.2 | Prophylaxis | No |
E.6.3 | Therapy | Yes |
E.6.4 | Safety | Yes |
E.6.5 | Efficacy | Yes |
E.6.6 | Pharmacokinetic | Yes |
E.6.7 | Pharmacodynamic | No |
E.6.8 | Bioequivalence | No |
E.6.9 | Dose response | No |
E.6.10 | Pharmacogenetic | Yes |
E.6.11 | Pharmacogenomic | No |
E.6.12 | Pharmacoeconomic | No |
E.6.13 | Others | No |
E.7 | Trial type and phase |
E.7.1 | Human pharmacology (Phase I) | No |
E.7.1.1 | First administration to humans | No |
E.7.1.2 | Bioequivalence study | No |
E.7.1.3 | Other | No |
E.7.1.3.1 | Other trial type description | |
E.7.2 | Therapeutic exploratory (Phase II) | No |
E.7.3 | Therapeutic confirmatory (Phase III) | Yes |
E.7.4 | Therapeutic use (Phase IV) | No |
E.8 Design of the trial |
E.8.1 | Controlled | Yes |
E.8.1.1 | Randomised | Yes |
E.8.1.2 | Open | No |
E.8.1.3 | Single blind | No |
E.8.1.4 | Double blind | Yes |
E.8.1.5 | Parallel group | Yes |
E.8.1.6 | Cross over | No |
E.8.1.7 | Other | Yes |
E.8.1.7.1 | Other trial design description |
an open label extension is foreseen |
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E.8.2 | Comparator of controlled trial |
E.8.2.1 | Other medicinal product(s) | No |
E.8.2.2 | Placebo | Yes |
E.8.2.3 | Other | No |
E.8.3 |
The trial involves single site in the Member State concerned
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E.8.4 | The trial involves multiple sites in the Member State concerned | Yes |
E.8.4.1 | Number of sites anticipated in Member State concerned | 1 |
E.8.5 | The trial involves multiple Member States | Yes |
E.8.5.1 | Number of sites anticipated in the EEA | 106 |
E.8.6 Trial involving sites outside the EEA |
E.8.6.1 | Trial being conducted both within and outside the EEA | Yes |
E.8.6.2 | Trial being conducted completely outside of the EEA | Information not present in EudraCT |
E.8.6.3 | If E.8.6.1 or E.8.6.2 are Yes, specify the regions in which trial sites are planned |
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E.8.7 | Trial has a data monitoring committee | Yes |
E.8.8 |
Definition of the end of the trial and justification where it is not the last
visit of the last subject undergoing the trial
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Last visit of the double blind phase will be visit 10 (month 24). The protocol includes a blinded variance and power reassessment, carried out few months prior to FPO. According to its results, the trial might be prolonged by 6 months (total 30 months). In addition a 12 months open label extension is foreseen. |
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E.8.9 Initial estimate of the duration of the trial |
E.8.9.1 | In the Member State concerned years | 5 |
E.8.9.1 | In the Member State concerned months | |
E.8.9.1 | In the Member State concerned days | |
E.8.9.2 | In all countries concerned by the trial years | 5 |