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Pegylated interferon lambda

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Hepatitis C Virus (HCV) | Monoclonal antibody | Infectious Disease |Bristol-Myers Squibb Company|Last Updated: Oct 9, 2015

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Trial Design

RandomizedDouble-BlindCONTROLLED
Total Trials1
Total Enrollment880

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Clinical trial landscape

Pegylated interferon lambda · 3 trials · 2 indications

Phase 3 1Phase 2 2
NCT01616524Safety and Efficacy Study of Pegylated Interferon Lambda With and Without Daclatasvir, Compared to Pegylated Interferon Alfa, Plus Ribavirin in Subjects With Hepatitis C Genotype 2 and 3Hepatitis C Virus (HCV)
COMPLETED880 Analytics
PHASE3COMPLETED
Safety and Efficacy Study of Pegylated Interferon Lambda With and Without Daclatasvir, Compared to Pegylated Interferon Alfa, Plus Ribavirin in Subjects With Hepatitis C Genotype 2 and 3
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Study Endpoints

Primary Endpoints

Proportion of subjects who achieve Sustained Virologic Response at post-treatment follow-up week 12 (SVR12)
Post-treatment follow-up week 12
Antiviral activity, as determined by the proportion of non-cirrhotic HCV GT-1b subjects with 12-week sustained virologic response (SVR12), defined as HCV RNA < LLOQ target detected or not detected
Post-treatment Week 12

HCV = Hepatitis C virus; GT = Geno Type; RNA = Ribonucleic acid; LLOQ = Lower limit of quantitation

Safety and tolerability (as measured by the frequency of serious adverse events (SAEs), dose reductions and discontinuations due to adverse events (AEs)
Up to end of treatment ( maximum of 48 weeks) plus 30 days
Antiviral activity as determined by the proportion of Hepatitis C virus (HCV) genotype 1 subjects with 24-week sustained virologic response (SVR24)
At end of treatment (maximum of 48 weeks)

Secondary Endpoints

Proportion of subjects with Rapid virologic response (RVR) [undetectable Hepatitis C virus (HCV) Ribonucleic acid (RNA)]
On-treatment Week 4
Proportion of subjects with treatment emergent cytopenic abnormalities (anemia as defined by Hb < 10 g/dL, neutropenia as defined by ANC < 750 mm3 or thrombocytopenia as defined by platelets < 50,000 mm3)
Up to week 12 or week 24
Proportion of subjects with on-treatment interferon-associated flu-like symptoms (as defined by pyrexia or chills or pain)
Up to week 12 or week 24
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Study Design & Arms

AllocationRANDOMIZED
MaskingQUADRUPLE
ModelPARALLEL
PurposeTREATMENT

Treatment Arms

ArmTypeDescription
Arm 1: pegIFNλ + Ribavirin + Placebo matching DaclatasvirEXPERIMENTAL -
Arm 2: pegIFNλ + Ribavirin + DaclatasvirEXPERIMENTAL -
Arm 3: pegIFNα-2a + Ribavirin + Placebo matching DaclatasvirEXPERIMENTAL -
Substudy C: Pegylated Interferon Lambda+Ribasphere+DaclatasvirEXPERIMENTALPegylated Interferon Lambda 180 μg Solution, Subcutaneous Once weekly for 12 weeks; Ribasphere 1000 mg for subjects weighing \< 75 kg and 1200 mg for subjects weighing ≥ 75 kg oral tablets per day \[subjects should take either 400 mg for subjects \< 75 kg or 600 mg ≥ 75 kg in the morning with food and 600 mg in the evening with food\] for 12 weeks; Daclatasvir 60 mg oral tablet Once daily for 12 weeks
A1: pegIFNλ+BMS-790052+Placebo for BMS-650032+RibavirinEXPERIMENTALPart A
A2: pegIFNλ+BMS-650032+Placebo for BMS-790052+RibavirinEXPERIMENTALPart A
A3: pegIFNα-2a+PBO for BMS-790052+PBO for BMS-650032+RBVACTIVE_COMPARATORPart A
A4: pegIFNλ+BMS-790052+BMS-650032+Ribavirin (24 weeks)EXPERIMENTALPart B
A5: pegIFNλ+BMS-790052+BMS-650032+Ribavirin (16 weeks)EXPERIMENTALPart B
A6: pegIFNλ+BMS-790052+BMS-650032+Placebo for RBV (24 weeks)EXPERIMENTALPart B
A7: pegIFNλ+BMS-790052+BMS-650032+Placebo for RBV (16 weeks)EXPERIMENTALPart B

Interventions

NameTypeDescription
Pegylated interferon lambda (pegIFNλ)BIOLOGICALSyringe, Subcutaneous, 180 μg, Once weekly, 24 weeks
Pegylated interferon alfa-2a (pegIFNα-2a)BIOLOGICALSyringe, Subcutaneous, 180 μg, Once weekly, 24 weeks
RibavirinDRUGTablets, Oral, 400 mg, Twice daily, 24 weeks
DaclatasvirDRUGTablets, Oral, 60 mg, Once daily, 12 weeks
Placebo matching DaclatasvirDRUGTablets, Oral, 0 mg, Once daily, 12 weeks
Pegylated Interferon LambdaBIOLOGICAL -
RibasphereDRUG -
BMS-790052 (NS5A Inhibitor)DRUGTablets, Oral, 60 mg, Once daily, 24 weeks
Ribavirin (RBV)DRUGTablets, Oral, 1000 or 1200 mg based on weight, Twice daily, 48 weeks
BMS-650032 (NS3 Protease Inhibitor)DRUGTablets, Oral, 200 mg, Twice daily, 24 weeks
Placebo (PBO) for BMS-650032 (Placebo for NS3 Protease Inhibitor)DRUGTablets, Oral, 0 mg, Twice daily, 24 weeks
Placebo (PBO) for BMS-790052 (Placebo for NS5A Inhibitor)DRUGTablets, Oral, 0 mg, Once daily, 24 weeks
Placebo for Ribavirin (RBV)DRUGTablets, Oral, 0 mg, Twice daily, 24 weeks
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Eligibility Criteria

Age Range18 Years to N/A
SexALL
Healthy VolunteersNo
Study Sites124

For more information regarding BMS clinical trial participation, please visit www.BMSStudyConnect.com Inclusion Criteria: * Chronic hepatitis C, Genotype 2 or 3 * Naïve to prior anti-HCV therapy Exclusion Criteria: * Infected with HCV other than Genotype 2 or 3 * Positive Hepatitis B surface ant...

Countries:United StatesArgentinaAustraliaBelgiumChileFinlandFranceGreeceHong KongItalyJapanMexicoNetherlandsNew ZealandRussiaSingaporeSouth KoreaTaiwanUnited KingdomGermanyPuerto RicoSpain
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Frequently asked questions about Pegylated interferon lambda

What is Pegylated Interferon Lambda used for?

Pegylated Interferon Lambda is an investigational drug being studied for the treatment of Hepatitis C Virus (HCV) infection, including chronic HCV. It is a pegylated form of interferon lambda, which is being evaluated in clinical trials for its safety and efficacy in patients with different genotypes of hepatitis C.

Who is developing Pegylated Interferon Lambda?

Pegylated Interferon Lambda is being developed by Bristol-Myers Squibb Company, which trades under the ticker symbol BMY on the stock exchange. The company is conducting clinical trials to evaluate the drug's potential as a treatment for Hepatitis C Virus infection.

What phase is Pegylated Interferon Lambda in?

Pegylated Interferon Lambda is in Phase 2 and Phase 3 clinical trials for Hepatitis C Virus. It is an investigational drug, meaning it has not been approved by regulatory authorities and is still undergoing clinical development to assess its safety and efficacy.

What clinical trials is Pegylated Interferon Lambda in?

Pegylated Interferon Lambda has been studied in several clinical trials, including NCT01309932, a Phase 2 safety study with 165 participants, and NCT01616524, a Phase 3 efficacy study with 880 participants. Other trials include NCT01741545 and NCT01795911, all completed, focusing on hepatitis C treatment.

How does Pegylated Interferon Lambda work?

Pegylated Interferon Lambda is a monoclonal antibody that works by targeting the immune system's response to Hepatitis C Virus. It is designed to stimulate the body's natural antiviral defenses, helping to clear the infection. The pegylation process extends the drug's activity in the body.

Is Pegylated Interferon Lambda the same as other hepatitis C drugs?

Pegylated Interferon Lambda is a distinct investigational drug being developed for hepatitis C. It is not the same as pegylated interferon alfa, which is used as a comparator in some trials. Its unique mechanism and pegylation differentiate it from other interferons in development.