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GW493838

Phase 2

Neuropathic Pain | Small molecule | Pain |GSK plc|Last Updated: Feb 12, 2013

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Trial Design

RandomizedDouble-BlindUNCONTROLLED
Total Trials1
Total Enrollment113

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Clinical trial landscape

GW493838 · 1 trial · 1 indication

Phase 2 1
NCT00376454The Study of GW493838, an Adenosine A1 Agonist, in Peripheral Neuropathic PainNeuropathic Pain
COMPLETED113 Analytics
PHASE2COMPLETED
The Study of GW493838, an Adenosine A1 Agonist, in Peripheral Neuropathic Pain
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Study Endpoints

Primary Endpoints

Pain intensity

Secondary Endpoints

Safety Pain relief Global Impression of Change Pain quality Evoked pain intensity Area of allodynia Onset of effect Responder rate Rescue medication pharmacokinetics
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Study Design & Arms

AllocationRANDOMIZED
MaskingDOUBLE
ModelPARALLEL
PurposeTREATMENT

Interventions

NameTypeDescription
GW493838DRUG -
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Eligibility Criteria

Age Range18 Years to 80 Years
SexALL
Healthy VolunteersNo
Study Sites32

Inclusion criteria (subjects must meet all of the following criteria in order to be eligible for this study): * Females of non-child-bearing potential * diagnosis of peripheral neuropathic pain as a result of: postherpetic neuralgia (PHN) from shingles for at least 3 months duration OR focal neurop...

Countries:United States
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Frequently asked questions about GW493838

What is GW493838 used for?

GW493838 is an investigational small molecule being studied for the treatment of neuropathic pain. It is a peripheral neuropathic pain therapy that has been evaluated in clinical trials. The drug is not approved and remains in clinical development.

How does GW493838 work?

GW493838 is an adenosine A1 agonist. It works by activating the adenosine A1 receptor, which is involved in pain signaling pathways. This mechanism is being studied for its potential to relieve neuropathic pain.

Who makes GW493838?

GW493838 is being developed by GSK plc, a pharmaceutical company listed on the stock exchange under the ticker GSK. The company is conducting clinical research on this drug for neuropathic pain.

What phase is GW493838 in?

GW493838 is in Phase 2 clinical development. It has completed a Phase 2 trial, and it is still an investigational drug. It has not been approved by regulatory authorities for any use.

What clinical trials is GW493838 in?

GW493838 has been studied in one completed Phase 2 clinical trial, identified as NCT00376454. This trial, titled 'The Study of GW493838, an Adenosine A1 Agonist, in Peripheral Neuropathic Pain,' enrolled 113 participants in the United States. The trial was randomized and double-blind.