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Vardenafil ODT

Phase 3

Erectile Dysfunction | Small molecule | Endocrine |Bayer AG|Trials Updated: Aug 1, 2014

Vardenafil ODT development status

Highest phase Phase 3
Registered trials 1 across 1 sponsor since May 2011

Vardenafil ODT target and mechanism

Molecular targetPDE5A
Target classInhibitor
ModalitySmall molecule

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Trial Design

RandomizedDouble-BlindPLACEBO_CONTROLLEDDMC
Total Trials2
Total Enrollment381

FDA Designations

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Vardenafil ODT clinical trials

Vardenafil ODT · 2 trials · 1 indication

Phase 3 1Phase 1 1
NCT00655629Vardenafil Orodispersible Tablet (ODT) Versus Placebo in Males With Erectile Dysfunction, 50% of Whom Are to be 65 Years or Older.Erectile Dysfunction
COMPLETED339 Analytics
PHASE3COMPLETED
Vardenafil Orodispersible Tablet (ODT) Versus Placebo in Males With Erectile Dysfunction, 50% of Whom Are to be 65 Years or Older.
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Study Endpoints

Primary Endpoints

Change From Baseline in International Index of Erectile Function (IIEF-EF Sub-Score) at 12 Weeks or Last Observation Carried Forward (LOCF)
from baseline up to 12 weeks

The primary variable was the treatment group difference from baseline to Week 12 or LOCF of the least square mean difference in the IIEF-EF domain score (Range: 1-30 ordinal. Directionality: severity of erectile dysfunction: \<=10 'severe'; 11-16 'moderate'; 17-21 'mild to moderate'; 22-25 'mild'; \>25 'no ED'.)

Change in Percentage From Baseline in Success of Penetration (SEP2) at 12 Weeks
from baseline up to 12 weeks of treatment

SEP (Sexual Encounter Profile) items success rates are the percentage of all valid and successful intercourse attempts (items answered 'yes') in relation to all valid attempts. Here the SEP item refers to the ability to penetrate the partner.

Change From Baseline in Success of Erection Maintenance at 12 Weeks
from baseline up to 12 weeks of treatment

SEP items success rates are the percentage of all valid and successful intercourse attempts (items answered 'yes') in relation to all valid attempts. Here the SEP item refers to the ability to maintain an erection after penetration.

The primary pharmacodynamic variable (endpoint) is the placebo-corrected mean maximal decrease in supine systolic blood pressure from baseline (1 hour before dose) to within 8 hours of dosing with 10 mg ODT formulation of vardenafil HCl and nifedipine.
Up to 8 hours of combination dosing of vardenafil ODT and nifedipine.

Secondary Endpoints

Percentage of Subjects Achieving "Back to Normal" Erectile Function
up to 12 weeks of treatment
Change in Percentage From Baseline in Ability to Obtain an Erection at 12 Weeks
from baseline up to 12 weeks of treatment
Change in Percentage From Baseline in Satisfaction With the Hardness of Erection at 12 Weeks
from baseline up to 12 weeks of treatment
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Study Design & Arms

AllocationRANDOMIZED
MaskingDOUBLE
ModelPARALLEL
PurposeTREATMENT

Treatment Arms

ArmTypeDescription
Vardenafil ODT (STAXYN, BAY38-9456)EXPERIMENTALVardenafil 10 mg orodispersible tablet (ODT) taken on demand (PRN), approximately one hour before start of sexual activity, no more than one dose per day.
PlaceboPLACEBO_COMPARATORMatching placebo tablet taken on demand (PRN), approximately one hour before start of sexual activity, no more than one dose per day.
Arm1EXPERIMENTAL -
Arm2PLACEBO_COMPARATOR -

Interventions

NameTypeDescription
Vardenafil ODT (STAXYN, BAY38-9456)DRUGSubjects will receive 12 weeks of PRN (on demand) treatment with Vardenafil 10 mg orodispersible tablet (ODT)
PlaceboDRUGSubjects will receive 12 weeks of PRN (on demand) treatment with matching placebo tablet
Vardenafil ODT, (Staxyn, BAY38-9456)DRUGSingle dose of 10 mg of vardenafil ODT, taken without water
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Eligibility Criteria

Age Range18 Years to N/A
SexMALE
Healthy VolunteersNo
Study Sites40

Inclusion Criteria: * Males 18 years-of-age or older. * Stable, heterosexual relationship for at least 6 months. * A history of erectile dysfunction (ED) for at least 6 months Exclusion Criteria: * Any underlying cardiovascular condition, including unstable angina pectoris * History of myocardial...

Countries:United StatesAustraliaCanadaMexico
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Frequently asked questions about Vardenafil ODT

What is Vardenafil ODT used for?

Vardenafil ODT is used to treat erectile dysfunction in adult men. It is an orally disintegrating tablet formulation that dissolves without water. The clinical development program for this formulation includes a Phase 3 trial in males with erectile dysfunction, half of whom were 65 years or older.

How does Vardenafil ODT work?

Vardenafil ODT works as an inhibitor of PDE5A, the phosphodiesterase type 5 enzyme. By inhibiting PDE5A, the drug supports the signaling pathway that promotes blood flow needed for erection. This mechanism is the same class of action used across PDE5 inhibitor therapies for erectile dysfunction.

Who makes Vardenafil ODT?

Vardenafil ODT is developed by Bayer AG, which trades on the OTC market under the ticker BAYRY. Bayer is the sponsor of the clinical trials evaluating this orally disintegrating tablet formulation of vardenafil.

What phase is Vardenafil ODT in?

Vardenafil ODT has reached Phase 3 development for erectile dysfunction. The Phase 3 trial in the program is completed, and the overall program includes two completed trials with a combined enrollment of 381 participants. The studies were randomized, double-blind, and placebo-controlled.

What clinical trials is Vardenafil ODT in?

Vardenafil ODT has been studied in two completed trials. NCT00655629 was a Phase 3 trial comparing the orodispersible tablet to placebo in males with erectile dysfunction, enrolling 339 participants across the United States, Australia, Canada, and Mexico. NCT01348880 was a Phase 1 nifedipine interaction study enrolling 42 participants in the United States.

Is Vardenafil ODT the same as Staxyn?

Yes, Vardenafil ODT is also known as Staxyn and by the development code BAY38-9456. Staxyn refers to the orally disintegrating tablet form of vardenafil, which is distinct from the standard vardenafil tablet formulation.