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DRSP/EE 20 µg

Phase 2

Dysmenorrhea | Small molecule | Other |Bayer AG|Last Updated: Jan 24, 2013

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Trial Design

RandomizedCONTROLLED
Total Trials1
Total Enrollment420

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Clinical trial landscape

DRSP/EE 20 µg · 1 trial · 1 indication

Phase 2 1
NCT00461305Safety Study of Ethinylestradiol/Drospirenone in DysmenorrheaDysmenorrhea
COMPLETED420 Analytics
PHASE2COMPLETED
Safety Study of Ethinylestradiol/Drospirenone in Dysmenorrhea
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Study Endpoints

Primary Endpoints

Number of Participants With Intracyclic Bleeding at Cycle 6
Up to Cycle 6 (168 days) with 28 days per cycle

Intracyclic bleedings were defined as bleedings while a participant takes active tablets.

Secondary Endpoints

Number of Participants With a Change in Total Dysmenorrhea Score From Baseline to Cycle 6
From baseline up to Cycle 6 (168 days) with 28 days per cycle
Number of Participants With a Change in Total Dysmenorrhea Score From Baseline to Cycle 13
From baseline up to Cycle 13 (364 days) with 28 days per cycle
Distribution of Total Dysmenorrhea Score at Cycle 6
Up to Cycle 6 (168 days) with 28 days per cycle
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Study Design & Arms

AllocationRANDOMIZED
MaskingSINGLE
ModelPARALLEL
PurposeTREATMENT

Treatment Arms

ArmTypeDescription
DRSP 3 mg/EE 20 µg (13 cycles)EXPERIMENTAL1 tablet per day Drospirenone (DRSP) 3 mg/Ethinylestradiol (EE) 20 µg for 24 days and 1 tablet per day placebo for 4 days in each 28-day cycle; treatment duration 52 weeks (13 cycles)
DRSP 3 mg/EE 30 µg (6 cycles)EXPERIMENTAL1 tablet per day Drospirenone 3 mg/Ethinylestradiol 30 µg for 24 days and 1 tablet per day placebo for 4 days in each 28-day cycle; treatment duration 24 weeks (6 cycles)

Interventions

NameTypeDescription
DRSP 3 mg/EE 20 µg (13 cycles)DRUG1 tablet per day Drospirenone (DRSP) 3 mg/Ethinylestradiol (EE) 20 µg for 24 days and 1 tablet per day placebo for 4 days in each 28-day cycle; treatment duration 52 weeks (13 cycles)
DRSP 3 mg/EE 30 µg (6 cycles)DRUG1 tablet per day Drospirenone 3 mg/Ethinylestradiol 30 µg for 24 days and 1 tablet per day placebo for 4 days in each 28-day cycle; treatment duration 24 weeks (6 cycles)
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Eligibility Criteria

Age Range20 Years to N/A
SexFEMALE
Healthy VolunteersNo
Study Sites26

Inclusion Criteria: * Patients aged 20 years or older at obtaining informed consent * Patients having the normal menstrual cycle (25 to 38 days) in the latest two menses before the final enrollment * Patients having a total dysmenorrheal score of at least 3 points in twice of the latest menstruatio...

Countries:Japan
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Frequently asked questions about DRSP/EE 20 µg

What is DRSP/E2 used for?

DRSP/E2 is a combination of drospirenone and estradiol being developed for use in postmenopause, dysmenorrhea, and vasomotor symptoms such as hot flashes. It is a small molecule therapy intended for female patients, with clinical trials conducted in the United States, Japan, and other countries.

Who makes DRSP/E2?

DRSP/E2 is being developed by Bayer AG, a pharmaceutical company traded on the OTC market under the ticker BAYRY. Bayer is conducting clinical trials to evaluate the drug's safety and efficacy for postmenopausal symptoms and dysmenorrhea.

What phase is DRSP/E2 in?

DRSP/E2 is in Phase 3 clinical development for postmenopause and vasomotor symptoms, based on completed Phase 3 trials. It is an investigational drug and has not been reported as FDA approved. Additional Phase 2 testing was completed for dysmenorrhea.

What clinical trials is DRSP/E2 in?

DRSP/E2 has completed several clinical trials, including NCT00446199, a Phase 3 study for vasomotor symptoms with 735 participants in the United States, and NCT00522873, a Phase 3 endometrial safety study for postmenopause with 662 participants across multiple countries. A Phase 2 trial, NCT00461305, studied dysmenorrhea in Japan.

How does DRSP/E2 work?

DRSP/E2 combines drospirenone, a progestin, with estradiol, an estrogen. This hormone therapy is designed to relieve symptoms associated with menopause and menstrual disorders by supplementing or balancing hormone levels in the body.