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Menadione

Phase 1

EGFR Inhibitor-associated Rash | Small molecule | Dermatology |Assertio Holdings, Inc.|Trials Updated: Nov 13, 2020

Menadione target and mechanism

ModalitySmall molecule

Also known as Menadione Topical Lotion

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Trial Design

RandomizedDouble-BlindCONTROLLEDDMC
Total Trials1
Total Enrollment18

FDA Designations

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Menadione clinical trials

Menadione · 1 trial · 1 indication

Phase 1 1
NCT00656786Safety, Tolerability and Systemic Absorption of Menadione Topical Lotion for Epidermal-Growth-Factor-Receptor (EGFR) Inhibitor-Associated RashEGFR Inhibitor-associated Rash
COMPLETED18 Analytics
PHASE1COMPLETED
Safety, Tolerability and Systemic Absorption of Menadione Topical Lotion for Epidermal-Growth-Factor-Receptor (EGFR) Inhibitor-Associated Rash
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Study Endpoints

Primary Endpoints

To evaluate safety, tolerability and systemic absorption of Menadione Topical Lotion as an emergent and pre-emergent treatment for EGFR inhibitor-associated rash
6 weeks

Secondary Endpoints

To evaluate skin rash status as an emergent and pre-emergent treatment for EGFR inhibitor-associated rash
3 weeks
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Study Design & Arms

AllocationRANDOMIZED
MaskingQUADRUPLE
ModelSINGLE_GROUP
PurposeTREATMENT

Treatment Arms

ArmTypeDescription
Group 1EXPERIMENTALSubjects will be treated if, after starting treatment with an EGFRi, acute signs and symptoms of rash on the face/neck and/or upper chest emerge, that are suspected of being related to the EGFRi treatment.
Group 2EXPERIMENTALSubjects will receive pre-emergent rash treatment starting 1 day prior to beginning EGFRi therapy

Interventions

NameTypeDescription
Menadione Topical LotionDRUGMenadione Lotion will be applied topically twice a day; beginning when the rash appears during EGFRi therapy.
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Eligibility Criteria

Age Range18 Years to N/A
SexALL
Healthy VolunteersNo
Study Sites7

Inclusion Criteria: 1. Male or female subjects at least 18 years old; 2. Have been prescribed an approved EGFRI to treat cancer and expect to begin this treatment within 14 days (i.e., any EGFRI that is approved for the treatment of cancer at the time of subject enrollment); 3. For Group 1: Agree t...

Countries:United StatesCanada
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Frequently asked questions about Menadione

What is Menadione used for?

Menadione is being developed as a topical lotion for EGFR inhibitor-associated rash, a skin reaction that can occur in patients receiving epidermal growth factor receptor inhibitor cancer therapies. It is a small molecule formulated for topical application in dermatology. The program is investigational and has not been approved for any use.

Who is developing Menadione?

Menadione is being developed by Assertio Holdings, Inc., which trades under the ticker ASRT. The company is advancing the topical lotion formulation for EGFR inhibitor-associated rash.

What phase is Menadione in?

Menadione is in Phase 1 development. One Phase 1 trial has been completed, and no trials are currently active. The program remains investigational and is not approved by the FDA for EGFR inhibitor-associated rash or any other indication.

What clinical trials has Menadione been studied in?

Menadione has been studied in one completed Phase 1 trial, NCT00656786, titled Safety, Tolerability and Systemic Absorption of Menadione Topical Lotion for Epidermal-Growth-Factor-Receptor (EGFR) Inhibitor-Associated Rash. The trial enrolled 18 adults, was randomized, double-blind, and controlled, and ran in the United States and Canada.

Is Menadione the same as Menadione Topical Lotion?

Yes. Menadione Topical Lotion is another name for Menadione, the small molecule being developed by Assertio Holdings, Inc. for EGFR inhibitor-associated rash. Both names refer to the same investigational Phase 1 asset.