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Low Dose ARD-501

Phase 2

Autism Spectrum Disorder | Small molecule | Psychiatry |Aardvark Therapeutics, Inc.|Last Updated: May 9, 2025

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Trial Design

RandomizedDouble-BlindPLACEBO_CONTROLLED
Total Trials1
Total Enrollment5

FDA Designations

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Clinical trial landscape

Low Dose ARD-501 · 1 trial · 1 indication

Phase 2 1
NCT06126653A Study to Evaluate ARD-501 in Patients With Autism Spectrum DisorderAutism Spectrum Disorder
COMPLETED5 Analytics
PHASE2COMPLETED
A Study to Evaluate ARD-501 in Patients With Autism Spectrum Disorder
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Study Endpoints

Primary Endpoints

Assessment of the incidence of Treatment-Emergent Adverse Events (TEAE)
Baseline to Week 5

To measure the efficacy evaluation of safety in subjects with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) by assessment of the incidence of Treatment-Emergent Adverse Events (TEAE).

Secondary Endpoints

Assessment of change in the Clinical Global Impression - Severity/Improvement (CGI-S/I) scale
Baseline to Week 5
Assessment of change on the Social Responsiveness Scale, Second Edition (SRS™-2, version-adjusted for age)
Baseline to Week 5
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Study Design & Arms

AllocationRANDOMIZED
MaskingDOUBLE
ModelCROSSOVER
PurposeTREATMENT

Treatment Arms

ArmTypeDescription
Phase 1: Low DoseEXPERIMENTALARD-501 for 7 days at 0.2 mg/kg
Phase 2: PlaceboPLACEBO_COMPARATORPlacebo for 7 days
Phase 2: High DoseEXPERIMENTALARD-501 for 7 days at 0.5 mg/kg
Phase 2: Crossover Placebo to High DoseEXPERIMENTALARD-501 for 7 days at 0.5 mg/kg
Phase 2: Crossover High Dose to PlaceboPLACEBO_COMPARATORPlacebo for 7 days

Interventions

NameTypeDescription
Low Dose ARD-501DRUGTitratable, liquid formulation, taken orally. The intervention is given relative to the body weight of the individual. 0.2 mg/kg dosing.
High Dose ARD-501DRUGTitratable, liquid formulation, taken orally. The intervention is given relative to the body weight of the individual. 0.5 mg/kg dosing.
PlaceboDRUGTitratable, liquid formulation, taken orally.
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Eligibility Criteria

Age Range17 Years to 30 Years
SexALL
Healthy VolunteersNo
Study Sites1

Inclusion Criteria: Subjects must meet all the following criteria to be eligible for participation in this study: * Male and female subjects, 17-30 years of age * Able and willing to sign consent and comply with study protocol * Diagnostic confirmation of ASD as confirmed by gold standard clinical...

Countries:United States
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Frequently asked questions about Low Dose ARD-501

What is Low Dose ARD-501 used for?

Low Dose ARD-501 is an investigational small molecule being developed for the treatment of Autism Spectrum Disorder. It is currently in Phase 2 clinical development and is not yet approved by regulatory authorities.

What does Low Dose ARD-501 target?

The specific molecular target of Low Dose ARD-501 has not been disclosed. It is a small molecule being studied for its potential effects in Autism Spectrum Disorder, but its mechanism of action is not publicly detailed.

Who makes Low Dose ARD-501?

Low Dose ARD-501 is being developed by Aardvark Therapeutics, Inc., a biopharmaceutical company traded on the stock exchange under the ticker symbol AARD.

What phase is Low Dose ARD-501 in?

Low Dose ARD-501 is in Phase 2 clinical development. It is an investigational drug and has not received FDA approval. A Phase 2 clinical trial has been completed to evaluate its safety and efficacy.

What clinical trials is Low Dose ARD-501 in?

Low Dose ARD-501 has been studied in one completed Phase 2 clinical trial, identified as NCT06126653. This randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial enrolled 5 participants with Autism Spectrum Disorder in the United States.

Is Low Dose ARD-501 the same as ARD-501?

Yes, Low Dose ARD-501 is the same drug as ARD-501. The term 'Low Dose' refers to the specific dosage strength being evaluated in clinical trials, but the active pharmaceutical ingredient is identical.