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BGC20-0582

Phase 2

Pediculus Humanus Capitis | Small molecule | Dermatology |Boston Scientific Corporation|Last Updated: Jun 28, 2022

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Trial Design

RandomizedDouble-BlindPLACEBO_CONTROLLED
Total Trials1
Total Enrollment230

FDA Designations

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Clinical trial landscape

BGC20-0582 · 1 trial · 2 indications

Phase 2 1
NCT00528021A Study Evaluating the Safety and Efficacy of BGC20-0582 Lice Treatment Gel for Head Lice InfestationPediculus Humanus Capitis
COMPLETED230 Analytics
PHASE2COMPLETED
A Study Evaluating the Safety and Efficacy of BGC20-0582 Lice Treatment Gel for Head Lice Infestation
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Study Endpoints

Primary Endpoints

Clinical Cure
Day 15 or 22

Count of participants with No live lice

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Study Design & Arms

AllocationRANDOMIZED
MaskingDOUBLE
ModelPARALLEL
PurposeTREATMENT

Treatment Arms

ArmTypeDescription
1ACTIVE_COMPARATORSubjects are treated either once (day1) or twice (day 1 and 7) with either placebo or 2.5% BGC20-0582 topically. Following application of the BGC20-0582 lice treatment gel or placebo, the product is rinsed from the subject's hair.
2ACTIVE_COMPARATORSubjects are treated either once (day1) or twice (day 1 and 7) with either placebo or 10% BGC20-0582 topically. Following application of the BGC20-0582 lice treatment gel or placebo, the product is rinsed from the subject's hair.
3ACTIVE_COMPARATORSubjects are treated either once (day1) or twice (day 1 and 7) with either placebo or 12.5% BGC20-0582 topically. Following application of the BGC20-0582 lice treatment gel or placebo, the product is rinsed from the subject's hair.
4PLACEBO_COMPARATOR -

Interventions

NameTypeDescription
PlaceboDRUGVehicle Only
BGC20-0582DRUGBGC20-0582 is a topical gel formulation of a naturally derived product. Subjects are treated either once (day 1) or twice (day 1 and 7) with either placebo or BGC20-0582 at one of the three concentrations. Following application of the BGC20-0582 lice treatment gel of placebo the product is rinsed from the subjects hair.
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Eligibility Criteria

Age Range2 Years to 70 Years
SexALL
Healthy VolunteersNo
Study Sites1

Inclusion Criteria: 1. The subject and/or his/her parent/legal guardian have provided written informed consent, and, if appropriate, the child has provided assent. 2. Male or female subjects who are between the ages of 2 years (24 months) and 70 years old when consent is signed. 3. Infestation with...

Countries:United States
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Frequently asked questions about BGC20-0582

What is BGC20-0582 used for?

BGC20-0582 is an investigational small molecule being developed as a topical gel treatment for Pediculus humanus capitis, commonly known as head lice infestation. It is intended for use in patients as young as 2 years old. The drug is currently in clinical development and has not been approved by regulatory authorities.

Who makes BGC20-0582?

BGC20-0582 is being developed by Boston Scientific Corporation, a medical device and pharmaceutical company traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol BSX. The company is conducting clinical trials to evaluate the safety and efficacy of this investigational head lice treatment.

What phase is BGC20-0582 in?

BGC20-0582 is in Phase 2 clinical development. A Phase 2 trial evaluating the drug as a lice treatment gel has been completed. The drug remains investigational and is not yet approved for commercial use. Further clinical development would be required before any regulatory submission.

What clinical trials is BGC20-0582 in?

BGC20-0582 has one completed clinical trial registered as NCT00528021, titled 'A Study Evaluating the Safety and Efficacy of BGC20-0582 Lice Treatment Gel for Head Lice Infestation.' This Phase 2 study enrolled 230 participants in the United States and was randomized, double-blind, and placebo-controlled.

How does BGC20-0582 work?

BGC20-0582 is a small molecule formulated as a topical gel. Its specific molecular target has not been disclosed in available clinical trial information. The drug is being evaluated for its ability to treat head lice infestation when applied directly to the affected area.