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Rimexolone

Phase 3

Dry Eye | Small molecule | Ophthalmology |Alcon Inc.|Trials Updated: Jun 5, 2012

Rimexolone development status

Highest phase Phase 3
Registered trials 1 across 1 sponsor since May 2007

Rimexolone target and mechanism

Molecular targetNR3C1
Target classAgonist
ModalitySmall molecule

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Trial Design

RandomizedDouble-BlindUNCONTROLLED
Total Trials1
Total Enrollment750

FDA Designations

No designations recorded

Rimexolone clinical trials

Rimexolone · 1 trial · 1 indication

Phase 3 1
NCT00471419Phase II Study of AL-2178 (FID 109980) in the Treatment of Dry EyeDry Eye
COMPLETED750 Analytics
PHASE3COMPLETED
Phase II Study of AL-2178 (FID 109980) in the Treatment of Dry Eye
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Study Endpoints

Primary Endpoints

Corneal staining; dry eye sympton
Immediate

Secondary Endpoints

Corneal staining; dry eye sympton
Prolonged
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Study Design & Arms

AllocationRANDOMIZED
MaskingDOUBLE
ModelPARALLEL
PurposeTREATMENT

Interventions

NameTypeDescription
RimexoloneDRUG -
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Eligibility Criteria

Age Range18 Years to N/A
SexALL
Healthy VolunteersNo
Study Sites1

Inclusion Criteria: * documented dry eye history * ocular symptoms * tear use * dry eye ocular signs Exclusion Criteria: * Under 18

Countries:United States
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Frequently asked questions about Rimexolone

What is Rimexolone used for?

Rimexolone is being developed for the treatment of dry eye, an ophthalmology condition. It is a small molecule drug candidate that has been studied in a Phase 3 clinical trial in adults with dry eye. Alcon Inc. is the developer.

What does Rimexolone target?

Rimexolone targets NR3C1, also known as the glucocorticoid receptor. It acts as an agonist at this receptor. This target class is relevant to inflammatory pathways in ophthalmology, including dry eye.

Who is developing Rimexolone?

Rimexolone is being developed by Alcon Inc., which trades under the ticker ALC. Alcon is an ophthalmology-focused pharmaceutical company. The drug is in Phase 3 development for dry eye.

What phase is Rimexolone in?

Rimexolone is in Phase 3 clinical development for dry eye. It is an investigational drug and has not been approved by the FDA for this indication. The Phase 3 trial has been completed.

What clinical trials is Rimexolone in?

Rimexolone has been studied in one completed Phase 3 trial, NCT00471419, titled Phase II Study of AL-2178 (FID 109980) in the Treatment of Dry Eye. The trial enrolled 750 participants in the United States and was randomized and double-blind.

Is Rimexolone the same as AL-2178?

Yes, Rimexolone has also been referred to as AL-2178 and FID 109980 in its clinical development. These alternative names appear in the trial title for NCT00471419, which evaluated the drug in dry eye.