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IR quetiapine

Phase 2

Schizophrenia | Small molecule | Psychiatry |AstraZeneca PLC|Trials Updated: Jun 11, 2009

IR quetiapine target and mechanism

ModalitySmall molecule

Also known as IR (Immediate-Release) quetiapine fumarate (drug)

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Trial Design

RandomizedDouble-BlindUNCONTROLLED
Total Trials1
Total Enrollment30

FDA Designations

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IR quetiapine clinical trials

IR quetiapine · 1 trial · 1 indication

Phase 2 1
NCT00254787Rapid Dose Escalation of Quetiapine Versus Conventional Escalation in Acute Schizophrenic PatientsSchizophrenia
COMPLETED30 Analytics
PHASE2COMPLETED
Rapid Dose Escalation of Quetiapine Versus Conventional Escalation in Acute Schizophrenic Patients
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Study Endpoints

Primary Endpoints

Proportion of patients who discontinue the study treatment due to adverse events (AEs) during the first week (day 1 to day 7) of treatment

Secondary Endpoints

Safety and Tolerability
Number and type of adverse events
Changes in vital signs and weight
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Study Design & Arms

AllocationRANDOMIZED
MaskingDOUBLE
ModelPARALLEL
PurposeTREATMENT

Interventions

NameTypeDescription
IR (Immediate-Release) quetiapine fumarate (drug)DRUG -
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Eligibility Criteria

Age Range18 Years to 65 Years
SexALL
Healthy VolunteersNo
Study Sites6

Inclusion Criteria: * Men and women age ≥18 to ≤65 years with acute schizophrenia * Provision of written informed consent prior to enrolment Exclusion Criteria: * Meeting the criteria for any other (than schizophrenia) psychotic disorder not in full remission, concomitant organic mental disorder ...

Countries:Germany
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Frequently asked questions about IR quetiapine

What is IR quetiapine?

IR quetiapine is an immediate-release formulation of quetiapine fumarate, a small molecule developed by AstraZeneca PLC (ticker AZN). It has been studied in schizophrenia, a psychiatric condition, and is identified in clinical research as IR (Immediate-Release) quetiapine fumarate.

What is IR quetiapine used for in schizophrenia?

IR quetiapine has been studied for the treatment of schizophrenia. AstraZeneca PLC evaluated it in a Phase 2 trial of acute schizophrenic patients, comparing rapid dose escalation with conventional escalation. The trial enrolled 30 participants aged 18 years and older in Germany.

Who makes IR quetiapine?

IR quetiapine is developed by AstraZeneca PLC, which trades under the ticker AZN. The company sponsored the clinical research evaluating this immediate-release quetiapine fumarate formulation in schizophrenia.

What phase is IR quetiapine in?

IR quetiapine is in Phase 2 clinical development for schizophrenia. It is investigational and has been studied in one completed Phase 2 trial. No active trials are currently listed for this asset.

What clinical trials is IR quetiapine in?

IR quetiapine has been studied in one completed Phase 2 trial, NCT00254787, titled Rapid Dose Escalation of Quetiapine Versus Conventional Escalation in Acute Schizophrenic Patients. The randomized, double-blind trial enrolled 30 participants in Germany, with no healthy volunteers and no biomarker selection.

Is IR quetiapine the same as IR (Immediate-Release) quetiapine fumarate?

Yes, IR quetiapine is the same as IR (Immediate-Release) quetiapine fumarate. The abbreviation IR stands for immediate-release, referring to the formulation of quetiapine fumarate developed by AstraZeneca PLC. Both names refer to the same small molecule studied in schizophrenia.