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ACU193

Phase 1

Alzheimer Disease | Small molecule | Neurology |Acumen Pharmaceuticals, Inc.|Last Updated: Jul 19, 2023

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Trial Design

RandomizedDouble-BlindPLACEBO_CONTROLLEDDMC
Total Trials1
Total Enrollment65

FDA Designations

FAST_TRACK

Clinical trial landscape

ACU193 · 1 trial · 1 indication

Phase 1 1
NCT04931459A Study to Evaluate the Safety, Tolerability, and Blood Levels of ACU193 in Participants With MCI or Mild ADAlzheimer Disease
COMPLETED65 Analytics
PHASE1COMPLETED
A Study to Evaluate the Safety, Tolerability, and Blood Levels of ACU193 in Participants With MCI or Mild AD
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Study Endpoints

Primary Endpoints

Incidence and Nature of Treatment-Related Adverse Events (AE) or Serious Adverse Events (SAE) as Assessed by Common Terminology Criteria for Adverse Events (CTCAE)
Baseline up to 20 weeks (SAD); 14, 18 or 28 weeks (MAD)

Proportion of participants with AE, discontinuations due to AE or SAE, and withdrawals from the study due to AE

Change in Clinical Laboratory Tests
Baseline up to 20 weeks (SAD); 14, 18 or 28 weeks (MAD)

Incidence and clinically significant abnormal changes in clinical laboratory assessments (hematology, clinical chemistry, urinalysis)

Changes in 12-Lead ECGs
Baseline up to 20 weeks (SAD); 14, 18 or 28 weeks (MAD)

Clinically significant abnormal changes in 12-Lead ECGs for PR, QRS, QT, QTcF, and QTcB

Changes in the Columbia-Suicide Severity Rating Scale (C-SSRS)
Baseline up to 20 weeks (SAD); 14, 18 or 28 weeks (MAD)

Presence of suicidal ideation as defined by a positive response to Question 5 on the C-SSRS suicide ideation section

Changes in Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
Baseline (predose) up to 20 weeks (SAD); 14, 18 or 28 weeks (MAD)

Brain magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) findings to assess amyloid-related imaging abnormalities (ARIA), including incidence of ARIA-E (edema) or ARIA-H (hemosiderosis)

Secondary Endpoints

Estimate Blood Levels of ACU193
Up to 140 days post dose
Estimate Maximum Blood Levels of ACU193
Up to 140 days post dose.
Estimate Time to Reach Maximum Blood Levels of ACU193
Up to 140 days post dose.
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Study Design & Arms

AllocationRANDOMIZED
MaskingQUADRUPLE
ModelPARALLEL
PurposeTREATMENT

Treatment Arms

ArmTypeDescription
ACU193 AdministrationEXPERIMENTALParticipants will receive 1 to 3 doses of ACU193 by intravenous (IV) infusion.
Placebo AdministrationPLACEBO_COMPARATORParticipants receive 1 to 3 doses of matching ACU193 placebo by intravenous (IV) infusion. 2 participants per cohort will receive placebo.

Interventions

NameTypeDescription
ACU193DRUGIntravenous ACU193
PlaceboDRUGIntravenous Placebo
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Eligibility Criteria

Age Range55 Years to 90 Years
SexALL
Healthy VolunteersNo
Study Sites17

Inclusion Criteria: 1. Males or females ages 55 to 90 (inclusive). 2. Participant weighs at least 41 kg (90 lbs) and no more than 113 kg (250 lbs) before study drug administration. 3. Female participants must be surgically sterile or be at least two years post-menopausal or at least one year post-m...

Countries:United States
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Frequently asked questions about ACU193

What is ACU193 used for in Alzheimer Disease?

ACU193 is an investigational small molecule being developed for the treatment of Alzheimer Disease. It is intended for use in patients with mild cognitive impairment or mild Alzheimer's disease. The drug is currently in Phase 1 clinical development and has not been approved by the FDA.

What does ACU193 target?

ACU193 targets amyloid beta, a protein that forms plaques in the brains of Alzheimer's disease patients. By binding to this target, the drug aims to modify the disease process. This mechanism is being evaluated in early-stage clinical trials to assess its safety and efficacy.

Who makes ACU193?

ACU193 is being developed by Acumen Pharmaceuticals, Inc., a biopharmaceutical company. The company's stock is traded under the ticker symbol ABOS. Acumen is conducting clinical trials to evaluate the drug's potential as a treatment for Alzheimer's disease.

What phase is ACU193 in?

ACU193 is in Phase 1 clinical development. It is an investigational drug, meaning it has not been approved by the FDA for commercial use. The Phase 1 trial has been completed, and the drug is still in the early stages of clinical testing.

What clinical trials is ACU193 in?

ACU193 has been studied in one clinical trial, identified as NCT04931459. This Phase 1 study evaluated the safety, tolerability, and blood levels of ACU193 in participants with mild cognitive impairment or mild Alzheimer's disease. The trial was completed in the United States and enrolled 65 participants.

Is ACU193 the same as any other drug?

ACU193 is a unique investigational compound developed by Acumen Pharmaceuticals. It is not known to be the same as any other marketed drug. Its distinct mechanism and development program differentiate it from other Alzheimer's disease treatments currently available.