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Rilapladib

Phase 2

Alzheimer's Disease | Small molecule | Neurology |GSK plc|Trials Updated: Sep 24, 2018

Rilapladib development status

Highest phase Phase 2
Registered trials 2 across 1 sponsor since Jun 2008

Rilapladib target and mechanism

Molecular targetPLA2G7
Target classInhibitor
ModalitySmall molecule

Also known as Rilapladib (SB-659032), SB-659032

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Trial Design

RandomizedDouble-BlindPLACEBO_CONTROLLED
Total Trials5
Total Enrollment305

FDA Designations

No designations recorded

Rilapladib clinical trials

Rilapladib · 5 trials · 3 indications

Phase 2 2Phase 1 3
NCT01428453A Phase 2a Study to Evaluate the Effect of Rilapladib (SB-659032) in Alzheimer's DiseaseAlzheimer's Disease
COMPLETED124 Analytics
NCT00695305An Imaging Study in Patients With Atherosclerosis Taking Rilapladib or Placebo for 12 WeeksAtherosclerosis
COMPLETED83 Analytics
PHASE2COMPLETED
A Phase 2a Study to Evaluate the Effect of Rilapladib (SB-659032) in Alzheimer's Disease
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PHASE2COMPLETED
An Imaging Study in Patients With Atherosclerosis Taking Rilapladib or Placebo for 12 Weeks
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Study Endpoints

Primary Endpoints

Change From Baseline (Day 0) in Cerebral Spinal Fluid (CSF) Amyloid Beta Peptide (Abeta) 42 and Abeta40 at Week 24
Baseline (Day 0) and Week 24

CSF Abeta biomarkers (Abeta42, Abeta40) were assessed at Baseline visit (Day 0) and Week 24 (Day 168). Change from Baseline in CSF Abeta42 and Abeta40 are summarized. Baseline and Week 24 study visits were taken place at approximately the same time of day in the morning (preferably between 08:00 and 12:00) to improve the reliability of CSF. Baseline value was defined as the latest Day 0 value. Change from Baseline was calculated as post-dose (Week 24) visit value minus Baseline value. The data is presented in for adjusted mean and standard error of adjusted mean.

Change From Baseline (Day 0) in CSF Abeta42/ Abeta40 Ratio at Week 24
Baseline (Day 0) and Week 24

CSF Abeta biomarkers (Abeta42, Abeta40) were assessed at Baseline visit (Day 0) and Week 24 (Day 168). Change from Baseline in CSF Abeta42/Abeta40 ratio is summarized. Baseline and Week 24 study visits were taken place at approximately the same time of day in the morning (preferably between 08:00 and 12:00) to improve the reliability of CSF. Baseline value was defined as the latest Day 0 value. Change from Baseline was calculated as post-dose (Week 24) visit value minus Baseline value. The data is presented in for adjusted mean and standard error of adjusted mean.

Change From Baseline (Day 0) in CSF Tau and Phosphorylated Tau (P-tau) Measures at Week 24
Baseline (Day 0) and Week 24

CSF tau and P-tau were assessed at Baseline visit (Day 0) and Week 24 (Day 168). Change from Baseline in CSF tau and P-tau was summarized. Baseline and Week 24 study visits were taken place at approximately the same time of day in the morning (preferably between 08:00 and 12:00) to improve the reliability of CSF. Baseline value was defined as the latest Day 0 value. Change from Baseline was calculated as post-dose (Week 24) visit value minus Baseline value. The data is presented in for adjusted mean and standard error of adjusted mean.

Change From Baseline (Day 0) in the Computerized Test Battery for Cognition (CogState) Battery Working Memory/Executive Function (WM/EF) Composite Score at Week 24
Baseline (Day 0) and Week 24

The WM/EF composite score was comprised of 5 functional tests including 1) Controlled oral word association which measured language fluency, planning and working memory, 2) Category naming: It measures semantic fluency, planning and working memory, 3) One-back: This is a measure of working memory. 4) Trail B: This is a measure of motor speed, visual scanning, and visual-motor integration. This test required attention and cognitive flexibility. 5) Go No-Go task: This test evaluate accuracy and reaction time for each response. The composite score calculated by standardizing the total score: sum of all responses obtained from these 5 functional test by using the formula (Total score of ITT population at baseline - Total score at Week 24) /standard deviation of mean total mean score at baseline. The observed composite score ranged from minimum -1.474 and maximum 1.596. Lower score means better cognitive status. Change from Baseline was calculated as post-dose visit minus Baseline value.

Safety from AE reporting, vital signs, clinical labs, ECGs, slit lamp eye exams and electron microscopy of peripheral blood lymphocytes.
12 weeks
LP-PLA2 activity;
12 weeks
changes in mean standard values of 18 FDG uptake as assessed by PET and MRI imaging
12 weeks
Collagen EC50 values on Day 35 (or 21 days post last dose) as determine by optical aggregometry.
on Day 35 (or 21 days post last dose) as determine by optical aggregometry
Platelet aggregation
14 days

Percent maximum platelet aggregation following ADP- and collagen-induced aggregation

Biomarkers of platelet aggregation
14 days

Urinary 11-dehydrothromboxane B2 and blood CD62 concentrations

Secondary Endpoints

Change From Baseline (Day 0) in CSF Albumin Quotients at Week 24
Baseline (Day 0) and Week 24
Change From Baseline (Day 0) in Plasma Levels of Abeta42 and Abeta40 at Week 24
Baseline (Day 0) and Week 24
Change From Baseline (Day 0) in Plasma Levels of Abeta42/Abeta40 Ratio at Week 24
Baseline (Day 0) and Week 24
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Study Design & Arms

AllocationRANDOMIZED
MaskingTRIPLE
ModelPARALLEL
PurposeTREATMENT

Treatment Arms

ArmTypeDescription
250mg rilapladibEXPERIMENTALExperimental drug
placeboPLACEBO_COMPARATORPlacebo comparator
rilapladibACTIVE_COMPARATOR250 mg/day
SB-659032EXPERIMENTAL250 mg non-enteric coated SB-659032

Interventions

NameTypeDescription
250mg rilapladibDRUGExperimental Drug
placeboDRUGPlacebo comparator
rilapladibDRUG250 mg oral dose once daily
18F Fluorodeoxylucose (FDG)-PETOTHERFDG-PET
Rilapladib (SB-659032)DRUG -
SB-659032DRUG -
SB659032DRUGsingle dose
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Eligibility Criteria

Age Range50 Years to 80 Years
SexALL
Healthy VolunteersNo
Study Sites30

Inclusion Criteria: 1. A clinical diagnosis of possible Alzheimer's disease in accordance with the National Institute of Neurological and Communicative Diseases and Stroke/Alzheimer's Disease and Related Disorders Association (NINCDS-ADRDA) criteria, with radiological (Magnetic Resonance Imaging \[...

Countries:BulgariaCanadaGermanyItalyNorwaySpainSwedenUnited StatesAustralia
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Frequently asked questions about Rilapladib

What is rilapladib?

Rilapladib is an investigational small molecule developed by GSK plc (ticker GSK) as a PLA2G7 inhibitor. It has been studied in Phase 2 clinical trials for Alzheimer's disease and atherosclerosis. It is not approved and remains in clinical development.

What is rilapladib used for?

Rilapladib has been studied for Alzheimer's disease and atherosclerosis. A Phase 2a trial evaluated it in Alzheimer's disease, and a separate Phase 2 imaging study evaluated it in patients with atherosclerosis over 12 weeks. Both indications remain investigational.

What does rilapladib target?

Rilapladib targets PLA2G7, also known as lipoprotein-associated phospholipase A2. It acts as an inhibitor of this enzyme. This target class places rilapladib among PLA2G7 inhibitor compounds developed for neurological and cardiovascular indications.

Who is developing rilapladib?

Rilapladib is developed by GSK plc, which trades under the ticker GSK. GSK sponsored the Phase 2a Alzheimer's disease study and the Phase 2 atherosclerosis imaging study, as well as an earlier Phase 1 platelet aggregation study.

What phase is rilapladib in?

Rilapladib is in Phase 2 development. It has completed two Phase 2 trials and one Phase 1 trial, with no active trials currently listed. It is investigational and has not been approved for any indication.

What clinical trials is rilapladib in?

Rilapladib has been studied in NCT01428453, a Phase 2a trial in Alzheimer's disease enrolling 124 patients across Europe and Canada, and NCT00695305, a Phase 2 imaging study in atherosclerosis enrolling 83 patients in the United States. Both are completed.

Is rilapladib the same as SB-659032?

Yes, rilapladib is also known as SB-659032. The 250mg rilapladib dose has been referenced in study documentation. These names refer to the same investigational PLA2G7 inhibitor developed by GSK.