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GSK 257049

Phase 2

Malaria | Monoclonal antibody | Infectious Disease |GSK plc|Last Updated: Aug 16, 2018

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Trial Design

RandomizedACTIVE_CONTROLLED
Total Trials1
Total Enrollment511

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Clinical trial landscape

GSK 257049 · 1 trial · 1 indication

Phase 2 1
NCT00436007Safety and Immunogenicity Study of GSK Biologicals' Malaria Vaccine 257049, When Incorporated Into an EPI RegimenMalaria
COMPLETED511 Analytics
PHASE2COMPLETED
Safety and Immunogenicity Study of GSK Biologicals' Malaria Vaccine 257049, When Incorporated Into an EPI Regimen
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Study Endpoints

Primary Endpoints

Number of Subjects With Serious Adverse Events (SAEs).
From Month 0 to Month 8

SAEs were defined as medical occurrences that resulted in death, were life threatening, required hospitalization or prolongation of hospitalization or resulted in disability/incapacity.

Secondary Endpoints

Concentrations of Antibodies Against Hepatitis B (Anti-HB Antibodies).
At Months 0, 1, 3 and 7.
Concentrations of Anti-diphtheria (Anti-D) and Anti-tetanus (Anti-T) Antibodies.
At Month 3
Number of Subjects With Serious Adverse Events (SAEs).
From Month 8 to Month 19
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Study Design & Arms

AllocationRANDOMIZED
MaskingNONE
ModelPARALLEL
PurposePREVENTION

Treatment Arms

ArmTypeDescription
GSK 257049 1 GroupEXPERIMENTALSubjects aged 6 to 10 weeks at the time of first vaccination received 3 doses of Tritanrix™ HepB/Hib, Polio Sabin™ and GSK 257049 vaccines at Months 0, 1 and 2, and a single dose of Rouvax™ and Stamaril™ vaccines at Month 7. The GSK 257049 and Tritanrix™ HepB/Hib vaccines were administered intramuscularly in the left and right antero-lateral thigh, respectively. Rouvax™ and Stamaril™ were administered intramuscularly in the left and right arm respectively. Polio Sabin™ was administered orally. The Stamaril™ vaccine was not administered to subjects from Tanzania as this vaccine was not foreseen at the time to be introduced to the EPI vaccination schedule in Tanzania.
GSK 257049 2 GroupEXPERIMENTALSubjects aged 6 to 10 weeks at the time of first vaccination received 3 doses of Tritanrix™ HepB/Hib and Polio Sabin™ at Months 0, 1 and 2, 3 doses of GSK 257049 vaccine at Months 0, 1 and 7, and a single dose of Rouvax™ and Stamaril™ at Month 7. The GSK 257049 and Tritanrix™ HepB/Hib vaccines were administered intramuscularly in the left and right antero-lateral thigh, respectively. Rouvax™ and Stamaril™ were administered intramuscularly in the left and right arm respectively. Polio Sabin™ was administered orally. Stamaril™ was not administered to subjects from Tanzania as this vaccine was not foreseen at the time to be introduced to the EPI vaccination schedule in Tanzania.
Tritanrix™ HepB/Hiberix™ GroupACTIVE_COMPARATORSubjects aged 6 to 10 weeks at the time of first vaccination received 3 doses of Tritanrix™ HepB/Hib and Polio Sabin™ at Months 0, 1 and 2, and a single dose of Rouvax™ and Stamaril™ at Month 7. The GSK 257049 and Tritanrix™ HepB/Hib vaccines were administered intramuscularly in the left and right antero-lateral thigh, respectively. Rouvax™ and Stamaril™ were administered intramuscularly in the left and right arm respectively. Polio Sabin™ was administered orally. The Stamaril™ vaccine was not administered to subjects from Tanzania as this vaccine was not foreseen at the time to be introduced to the EPI vaccination schedule in Tanzania.

Interventions

NameTypeDescription
GSK 257049BIOLOGICALGlaxoSmithKline (GSK) Biologicals' candidate Plasmodium falciparum malaria vaccine
Tritanrix™ HepB/HibBIOLOGICALGSK Biologicals' re-constituted diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis, hepatitis B vaccine (Tritanrix™ HepB) and Haemophilus influenzae type B vaccine (Hiberix™)
Rouvax™BIOLOGICALAventis Pasteur's attenuated measles vaccine.
Stamaril™BIOLOGICALAventis Pasteur's attenuated yellow fever vaccine.
Polio Sabin™BIOLOGICALGSK Biologicals' oral polio virus vaccine
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Eligibility Criteria

Age Range6 Weeks to 10 Weeks
SexALL
Healthy VolunteersYes
Study Sites3

Inclusion Criteria: * A male or female infant between 6 and 10 weeks of age at the time of first vaccination. * Signed or thumb-printed informed consent obtained from the parent(s)/guardian(s) of the child. Where parent(s)/guardian(s) are illiterate, the consent form will be countersigned by a witn...

Countries:GabonGhanaTanzania
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Competitive Landscape -Malaria 6 trials

Frequently asked questions about GSK 257049

What is GSK 257049 used for?

GSK 257049 is an investigational monoclonal antibody being developed for the prevention of malaria. It is currently in Phase 2 clinical development and is intended for use in infants as young as 6 weeks old, as part of an Expanded Programme on Immunization (EPI) regimen.

Who makes GSK 257049?

GSK 257049 is being developed by GSK plc, a global biopharmaceutical company listed on the London Stock Exchange under the ticker GSK. The company is conducting clinical trials to evaluate the safety and immunogenicity of this malaria vaccine candidate.

What phase is GSK 257049 in?

GSK 257049 is currently in Phase 2 clinical development. It is an investigational product and has not yet been approved by regulatory authorities. One Phase 2 trial has been completed, involving 511 participants across multiple African countries.

What clinical trials is GSK 257049 in?

GSK 257049 has been studied in one completed Phase 2 clinical trial, registered as NCT00436007. This trial assessed the safety and immunogenicity of the vaccine when incorporated into an EPI regimen, enrolling 511 healthy infants aged 6 weeks and older in Gabon, Ghana, and Tanzania.

Is GSK 257049 the same as a malaria vaccine?

GSK 257049 is a malaria vaccine candidate being developed by GSK plc. It is a monoclonal antibody designed to prevent malaria, and it is currently in Phase 2 clinical trials. It is not yet approved for public use and remains under investigation.