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Alendronate

Phase 3

Osteoporosis | Small molecule | Endocrine |Amgen Inc.|Last Updated: Sep 22, 2022

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Trial Design

RandomizedDouble-BlindACTIVE_CONTROLLED
Total Trials2
Total Enrollment1,439

FDA Designations

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Clinical trial landscape

Alendronate · 5 trials · 4 indications

Phase 3 3Phase 2 2
NCT00518531Denosumab Adherence Preference Satisfaction StudyOsteoporosis
COMPLETED250 Analytics
NCT00377819Study of Transitioning From Alendronate to DenosumabPostmenopausal Osteoporosis
COMPLETED504 Analytics
NCT00330460A Randomized, Double-Blind Study to Compare the Efficacy of Treatment With Denosumab Versus Alendronate Sodium in Postmenopausal Women With Low Bone Mineral Density.Osteoporosis
COMPLETED1,189 Analytics
PHASE3COMPLETED
Denosumab Adherence Preference Satisfaction Study
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PHASE3COMPLETED
Study of Transitioning From Alendronate to Denosumab
Postmenopausal OsteoporosisUnlock trial analytics
PHASE3COMPLETED
A Randomized, Double-Blind Study to Compare the Efficacy of Treatment With Denosumab Versus Alendronate Sodium in Postmenopausal Women With Low Bone Mineral Density.
OsteoporosisUnlock trial analytics

Study Endpoints

Primary Endpoints

Adherence With Treatment in the First Treatment Period
Treatment period 1 (Month 1 to Month 12)

A participant was considered adherent to denosumab treatment if the participant: - received 2 denosumab injections (overall treatment compliance); - took each injection 6 months (± 4 weeks) apart (treatment compliance over time); - completed the relevant treatment period (treatment persistence). A participant was considered adherent to alendronate treatment if the participant: - took ≥ 80% QW tablets (overall treatment compliance); - took at least 2 tablets in the last month and completed the relevant treatment period (treatment persistence). Participants who did not meet all criteria for their assigned treatment were deemed non-adherent to treatment.

Percent Change From Baseline in Total Hip Bone Mineral Density
Baseline, 12 months

Bone Mineral Density Assessed by Dual Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry. Percent change calculated using \[(12 month value - baseline value) / baseline value\]\*100.

Total Hip Bone Mineral Density Percent Change From Baseline at Month 12
12 months

Bone Mineral Density Assessed by Dual Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry.

Percent Change From Baseline at Month 12 in BMD at the Lumbar Spine
Baseline to 12 months

Bone mineral density was measured using dual energy x-ray absorptiometry (DXA). Images were analyzed by a central imaging reader.

Cortical Thickness of Radius by XtremeCT Percent Change From Baseline at Month 12
12 months

Cortical Thickness measured by XtremeCT.

Secondary Endpoints

Adherence With Treatment in the Second Treatment Period
Treatment period 2 (Months 13 to 24)
Compliance With Treatment in the First Treatment Period
Treatment period 1 (Month 1 to Month 12)
Compliance With Treatment in the Second Treatment Period
Treatment period 2 (Month 13 to Month 24)
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Study Design & Arms

AllocationRANDOMIZED
MaskingNONE
ModelCROSSOVER
PurposeTREATMENT

Treatment Arms

ArmTypeDescription
Treatment Sequence BOTHERWhen a subject meets all eligibility criteria and signs the informed consent, they will be randomized in a 1:1 allocation to one of the two treatment Sequences. Subjects randomized to treatment sequence B will receive 70 mg oral alendronate QW for 1-year (Treatment period 1) followed by denosumab 60 mg Q6M SC for 1 year (Treatment Period 2).
Treatment Sequence AOTHERWhen a subject meets all eligibility criteria and signs the informed consent, they will be randomized in a 1:1 allocation to one of the two treatment sequences. Subjects randomized to treatment sequence A will receive 60 mg denosumab Q6M SC for 1-year (Treatment period 1) followed by oral alendronate 70 mg QW for 1 year (Treatment period 2).
denosumabEXPERIMENTAL -
alendronateACTIVE_COMPARATOR -
PlaceboPLACEBO_COMPARATORParticipants received placebo matching to romosozumab once a month (QM) or once every 3 months (Q3M) administered subcutaneously (SC) for up to 24 months. Participants were then rerandomized to receive denosumab 60 mg or placebo to denosumab subcutaneously every 6 months from months 24 to 36. From months 36 to 48 participants received romosozumab 210 mg SC QM. At month 48 eligible participants received a single dose of open-label zoledronic acid 5 mg intravenously, or no intervention.
TeriparatideACTIVE_COMPARATORParticipants received open-label teriparatide 20 μg subcutaneously every day (QD) for 12 months. At month 12 participants ended study participation.
Romosozumab 70 mg QMEXPERIMENTALParticipants received double-blind romosozumab 70 mg subcutaneously every month for 24 months. Participants were then rerandomized to receive denosumab 60 mg or placebo to denosumab subcutaneously every 6 months from months 24 to 36. From months 36 to 48 participants received romosozumab 210 mg SC QM. At month 48 eligible participants received a single dose of open-label zoledronic acid 5 mg intravenously, or no intervention.
Romosozumab 140 mg Q3MEXPERIMENTALParticipants received double-blind romosozumab 140 mg subcutaneously once every 3 months for 24 months. Participants were then rerandomized to receive denosumab 60 mg or placebo to denosumab subcutaneously every 6 months from months 24 to 36. From months 36 to 48 participants received romosozumab 210 mg SC QM. At month 48 eligible participants received a single dose of open-label zoledronic acid 5 mg intravenously, or no intervention.
Romosozumab 140 mg QMEXPERIMENTALParticipants received double-blind romosozumab 140 mg QM subcutaneously for 24 months. Participants were then rerandomized to receive denosumab 60 mg or placebo to denosumab subcutaneously every 6 months from months 24 to 36. From months 36 to 48 participants received romosozumab 210 mg SC QM. At month 48 eligible participants received a single dose of open-label zoledronic acid 5 mg intravenously, or no intervention.
Romosozumab 210 mg Q3MEXPERIMENTALParticipants received double-blind romosozumab 210 mg Q3M subcutaneously for 24 months. Participants were then rerandomized to receive denosumab 60 mg or placebo to denosumab subcutaneously every 6 months from months 24 to 36. From months 36 to 48 participants received romosozumab 210 mg SC QM. At month 48 eligible participants received a single dose of open-label zoledronic acid 5 mg intravenously, or no intervention.
Romosozumab 210 mg QMEXPERIMENTALParticipants received double-blind romosozumab 210 mg QM subcutaneously for 24 months. Participants were then rerandomized to receive denosumab 60 mg or placebo to denosumab subcutaneously every 6 months from months 24 to 36. From months 36 to 48 participants received romosozumab 210 mg SC QM. At month 48 eligible participants received a single dose of open-label zoledronic acid 5 mg intravenously, or no intervention.
3PLACEBO_COMPARATORPlacebo for denosumab and placebo for alendronate
1EXPERIMENTALdenosumab and placebo for alendronate
2ACTIVE_COMPARATORPlacebo for denosumab and alendronate

Interventions

NameTypeDescription
alendronateDRUGSubjects will take 70 mg QW of oral alendronate for 1 year. If a subject is randomized to Treatment Sequence A they will receive alendronate for 1 year in Treatment Period 2. If a subject is randomized to Treatment Sequence B they will receive alendronate for 1 year in Treatment Period 1.
denosumabDRUGSubjects will receive 60 mg of denosumab Q6M SC for 1 year. If a subject is randomized to Treatment Sequence A they will receive denosumab for 1 year in Treatment Period 2. If a subject is randomized to Treatment Sequence B they will receive denosumab for 1 year in Treatment Period 1.
Denosumab (AMG 162)DRUG60 mg SC q 6 mos
Placebo to RomosozumabDRUGAdministered by subcutaneous injection QM or Q3M.
TeriparatideDRUGTeriparatide 20 μg administered by subcutaneous injection once a day
RomosozumabDRUGAdministered by subcutaneous injection
Placebo to DenosumabDRUGAdministered by subcutaneous injection Q6M
Zoledronic acidDRUGZoledronic acid 5 mg administered intravenously
PlaceboDRUGPlacebo for alendronate and placebo for denosumab
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Eligibility Criteria

Age Range55 Years to N/A
SexFEMALE
Healthy VolunteersNo

Inclusion Criteria: * Ambulatory postmenopausal women based on medical history * \> or = 55 years of age at the start of screening * Screening bone mineral density (BMD) values (g/cm²), at the lumbar spine OR femoral neck OR total hip that occur within the specified ranges based on the particular s...

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Competitive Landscape -Osteoporosis 8 trials

Frequently asked questions about Alendronate

What is Alendronate used for?

Alendronate is used for low bone mineral density, osteoporosis, and postmenopausal osteoporosis. It is a small molecule being studied in postmenopausal women with these conditions. The drug is administered to female patients aged 18 years and older, depending on the specific trial.

Who makes Alendronate?

Alendronate is being developed by Amgen Inc., which is listed on the stock exchange under the ticker AMGN. The company is conducting clinical trials to evaluate the drug's efficacy in treating bone-related conditions in postmenopausal women.

What phase is Alendronate in?

Alendronate is in Phase 2 clinical development. It is an investigational drug and has not been approved by regulatory authorities. The drug is being studied in completed trials, with no active trials currently ongoing.

What clinical trials is Alendronate in?

Alendronate has been studied in clinical trials including NCT00293813, a Phase 2 pilot study in postmenopausal women with low bone mineral density, and NCT00330460, a Phase 3 study comparing it to denosumab. These trials have been completed.

How does Alendronate work?

Alendronate is a small molecule that belongs to the bisphosphonate class of drugs. It works by inhibiting bone resorption, which helps to increase bone mineral density and reduce the risk of fractures in patients with osteoporosis.

Is Alendronate the same as Denosumab?

No, Alendronate is not the same as Denosumab. They are different drugs that have been compared in clinical trials. Alendronate is a bisphosphonate, while Denosumab is a monoclonal antibody. Both are used to treat osteoporosis but work through different mechanisms.