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Ketotifen, 0.025%

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Allergic Conjunctivitis | Small molecule | Ophthalmology |Alcon Inc.|Last Updated: Mar 3, 2015

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Trial Design

RandomizedDouble-BlindPLACEBO_CONTROLLED
Total Trials1
Total Enrollment50

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Clinical trial landscape

Ketotifen, 0.025% · 1 trial · 1 indication

Phase 1 1
NCT01326858Safety and Comfort of AL-4943A Ophthalmic SolutionAllergic Conjunctivitis
COMPLETED50 Analytics
PHASE1COMPLETED
Safety and Comfort of AL-4943A Ophthalmic Solution
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Study Endpoints

Primary Endpoints

Peak discomfort score over a 3-minute period after drop instillation
Up to Day 3

Ocular discomfort as measured by Visual Analog Scale (VAS) with 0=none to 50=severe, was assessed by subjects every 30 seconds between 0 to 180 seconds after drop instillation (at 0, 30, 60, 90, 120, 150, and 180 seconds). Peak discomfort (maximum observed VAS discomfort score over the 3-minute period) for each subject in each period was analyzed.

Secondary Endpoints

Ocular Symptoms
Up to Day 3
Product Acceptability
Up to Day 3
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Study Design & Arms

AllocationRANDOMIZED
MaskingDOUBLE
ModelCROSSOVER

Treatment Arms

ArmTypeDescription
Olopatadine, 0.7%EXPERIMENTALOlopatadine hydrochloride ophthalmic solution, 0.7%, 1 drop instilled in each eye, 1 dose, in Period 1, followed by olopatadine hydrochloride ophthalmic vehicle and ketotifen fumarate ophthalmic solution, 0.025%, Periods 2 and 3, as randomized
VehiclePLACEBO_COMPARATOROlopatadine hydrochloride ophthalmic solution vehicle, 1 drop instilled in each eye, 1 dose, in Period 1, followed by olopatadine hydrochloride ophthalmic solution, 0.7% and ketotifen fumarate ophthalmic solution, 0.025%, Periods 2 and 3, as randomized
ZaditorACTIVE_COMPARATORKetotifen fumarate ophthalmic solution, 0.025%, 1 drop instilled in each eye, 1 dose, in Period 1, followed by olopatadine hydrochloride ophthalmic solution, 0.7% and olopatadine hydrochloride ophthalmic solution vehicle, Periods 2 and 3, as randomized

Interventions

NameTypeDescription
Olopatadine hydrochloride ophthalmic solution, 0.7%DRUGTreatment A
Olopatadine hydrochloride ophthalmic solution vehicleDRUGTreatment B, inactive ingredients used as placebo
Ketotifen fumarate ophthalmic solution, 0.025%DRUGTreatment C
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Eligibility Criteria

Age Range18 Years to N/A
SexALL
Healthy VolunteersYes

Inclusion Criteria: * Able to be dosed in both eyes, to follow instructions, and willing and able to attend required study visits. * Negative urine pregnancy test if female of childbearing potential and use adequate birth control throughout the study period. * Other protocol-defined inclusion crite...

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Frequently asked questions about Ketotifen, 0.025%

What is Ketotifen 0.025% used for?

Ketotifen 0.025% is an ophthalmic solution used for allergic conjunctivitis, a condition characterized by eye redness, itching, and swelling due to an allergic reaction. It is being developed as a small molecule treatment administered directly to the eye to address these symptoms.

Who makes Ketotifen 0.025%?

Alcon Inc. (NYSE: ALC) is developing Ketotifen 0.025% for allergic conjunctivitis. The company is conducting clinical trials to evaluate the safety and comfort of this ophthalmic solution.

What phase is Ketotifen 0.025% in?

Ketotifen 0.025% is in Phase 1 clinical development. It is an investigational drug and has not been approved by regulatory authorities. One Phase 1 trial has been completed to assess its safety and tolerability in healthy volunteers.

What clinical trials is Ketotifen 0.025% in?

Ketotifen 0.025% has one completed clinical trial, NCT01326858, titled 'Safety and Comfort of AL-4943A Ophthalmic Solution.' This Phase 1, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study enrolled 50 participants aged 18 years and older to evaluate the solution's safety and comfort in allergic conjunctivitis.

Is Ketotifen 0.025% the same as AL-4943A?

Yes, Ketotifen 0.025% is also known as AL-4943A. In clinical trials, the drug is referred to by this alternative name, as seen in the study title 'Safety and Comfort of AL-4943A Ophthalmic Solution.'