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Lodotra

Phase 2

Asthma | Small molecule | Respiratory |Amgen Inc.|Last Updated: Dec 17, 2024

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Trial Design

ACTIVE_CONTROLLED
Total Trials1
Total Enrollment12

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Lodotra · 1 trial · 1 indication

Phase 2 1
NCT00686335A New Modified-release Tablet Formulation of Prednisone (Lodotra®) in Patients With Nocturnal AsthmaAsthma
COMPLETED12 Analytics
PHASE2COMPLETED
A New Modified-release Tablet Formulation of Prednisone (Lodotra®) in Patients With Nocturnal Asthma
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Study Endpoints

Primary Endpoints

Total Number of Nocturnal Awakenings During the Last 2 Weeks of Treatment
4 weeks and 8 weeks

Variation in the total number of nocturnal awakenings during the last 2 weeks of run-in treatment with Cortancyl and the last 2 weeks of treatment with Lodotra.

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Study Design & Arms

AllocationNON_RANDOMIZED
MaskingNONE
ModelSINGLE_GROUP
PurposeTREATMENT

Treatment Arms

ArmTypeDescription
LodotraEXPERIMENTALAfter the 4 week run-in period with immediate release prednisone (Cortancyl), patients were switched to the identical dose of modified release prednisone tablets (Lodotra). Study medication for the Lodotra treatment period consisted of Lodotra in 2 dose strengths (5 mg and 1 mg prednisone per tablet). Patients were to take their tablets with or after the evening meal (at 10 pm +/- 30 minutes) for 4 weeks.
CortancylACTIVE_COMPARATORDuring the 4 week run-in period, patients remained on their respective pre-study dose of prednisone or equivalent. However, patients were standardized to 5 mg and 1 mg tablets of immediate release prednisone (Cortancyl). Patients were to take their tablets with or after the morning meal (at 8am +/- 30 minutes) for 4 weeks.

Interventions

NameTypeDescription
LodotraDRUGAdministered with food at approximately 10 pm during the 4 week treatment period; patients received the identical dose of Lodotra as received of IR prednisone during the run-in period.
CortancylDRUGAdministered in the morning with food during the 4 week run-in period; patients remained on their respective pre-study dose of prednisone or equivalent standardized to 5 mg and 1 mg tablets of immediate release (IR) prednisone (Cortancyl).
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Eligibility Criteria

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

Inclusion Criteria: * The subject must be able to understand the terms of the written informed consent form, and must provide a dated and signed form before the start of any study procedure * At least 18 years old * Patient having a diagnosis of asthma dating back more than 6 months at the time of ...

Countries:France
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Frequently asked questions about Lodotra

What is Lodotra used for in asthma?

Lodotra is a small molecule being studied for the treatment of asthma. It is a modified-release tablet formulation of prednisone, a corticosteroid. In clinical development, it has been investigated specifically in patients with nocturnal asthma, a condition where asthma symptoms worsen at night.

What does Lodotra target?

Lodotra is a modified-release formulation of prednisone, a corticosteroid. Corticosteroids work by reducing inflammation in the airways, which helps to alleviate asthma symptoms. The modified-release design is intended to deliver the medication at a time that may better control nighttime symptoms.

Who makes Lodotra?

Lodotra is being developed by Amgen Inc., a biopharmaceutical company traded on the NASDAQ under the ticker symbol AMGN. The company is conducting clinical research on this drug for the treatment of asthma.

What phase is Lodotra in?

Lodotra is in Phase 2 clinical development for asthma. It is an investigational drug, meaning it has not been approved by regulatory authorities and is still undergoing clinical trials to evaluate its safety and efficacy in patients.

What clinical trials is Lodotra in?

Lodotra has been studied in one completed Phase 2 clinical trial, identified as NCT00686335. This trial, titled 'A New Modified-release Tablet Formulation of Prednisone (Lodotra®) in Patients With Nocturnal Asthma,' enrolled 12 participants in France. The study was active-controlled and included adults aged 18 years and older.

Is Lodotra the same as prednisone?

Lodotra is a modified-release tablet formulation of prednisone. While the active ingredient is prednisone, Lodotra is a specific formulation designed to release the medication in a modified manner, potentially offering different pharmacokinetic properties compared to standard prednisone tablets.