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Tazarotene Foam

Phase 3

Acne Vulgaris | Small molecule | Dermatology |GSK plc|Last Updated: Jun 20, 2017

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Trial Design

RandomizedDouble-BlindPLACEBO_CONTROLLEDBiomarker
Total Trials4
Total Enrollment1,779

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Clinical trial landscape

Tazarotene Foam · 4 trials · 1 indication

Phase 3 2Phase 1 2
NCT01017120A Study to Evaluate the Safety and Efficacy of Tazarotene Foam, 0.1%, in Subjects With Common Facial AcneAcne Vulgaris
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NCT01017146A Study to Evaluate the Safety and Efficacy of Tazarotene Foam, 0.1%, in Subjects With Common Facial Acne - W0260-301Acne Vulgaris
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PHASE3COMPLETED
A Study to Evaluate the Safety and Efficacy of Tazarotene Foam, 0.1%, in Subjects With Common Facial Acne
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PHASE3COMPLETED
A Study to Evaluate the Safety and Efficacy of Tazarotene Foam, 0.1%, in Subjects With Common Facial Acne - W0260-301
Acne VulgarisUnlock trial analytics

Study Endpoints

Primary Endpoints

Absolute Change in Lesion Counts (LCs) From Baseline to Week 12
Baseline (Week 0/Day 1) and Week 12

LC: count of all inflammatory lesions (ILs, i.e., papules, pustules, and nodules) and non-inflammatory lesions (NILs, i.e., open and closed comedones) at Baseline and at Week 12. Total lesions (TLs) were calculated as the sum of ILs and NILs. LC was confined to the face (including forehead, nose, checks, and chin). Change from Baseline at Week 12 was calculated as the value at Week 12 minus the value at Baseline.

Number of Participants With a Minimum 2-grade (G) Improvement in the Investigator Static Global Assessment (ISGA) Score From Baseline at Week 12
Baseline (Week 0/Day 1) and Week 12

Investigators evaluated the acne severity (S) of the participants' face using the ISGA scale, ranging from 0 to 5: 0=clear skin with no ILs or NILs; 1=almost clear: rare NIL with no more than rare papules; 2=mild S: \>G 1, some NILs with no more than a few ILs (papules/pustules only, no nodular lesions \[NLs\]); 3=moderate S: \>G 2, up to many NILs and may have some ILs, but no more than one small NL; 4=severe: greater than G 3, up to many NILs and ILs, but no more than a few NLs; 5=very severe: many NILs and ILs and more than a few NLs, may have cystic lesions.

Number of Participants With an ISGA Score of 0 or 1 at Week 12
Week 12

Investigators evaluated the acne severity (S) of the participants' face using the ISGA scale, ranging from 0 to 5: 0=clear skin with no ILs or NILs; 1=almost clear: rare NIL with no more than rare papules; 2=mild S: \>G 1, some NILs with no more than a few ILs (papules/pustules only, no nodular lesions \[NLs\]); 3=moderate S: \>G 2, up to many NILs and may have some ILs, but no more than one small NL; 4=severe: greater than G 3, up to many NILs and ILs, but no more than a few NLs; 5=very severe: many NILs and ILs and more than a few NLs, may have cystic lesions.

Inflammatory skin responses
Induction: Baseline-Week 3 - every 48 to 72 hours; Challenge: Week 6 - after 48 hours, then again at 24, 48, and 72 hours; if indicated a second challenge: Week 9 after 48 hours, then at 24, 48, and 72 hours following patch removal)

Patch sites will be evaluated for signs of inflammatory skin responses (e.g. erythema, edema, papules) and superficial effects

Secondary Endpoints

Percent Change in LC From Baseline at Weeks 2, 4, 8, and 12
Baseline (Week 0/Day 1); Weeks 2, 4, 8, and 12
Absolute Change From Baseline in LC at Weeks 2, 4, and 8
Baseline (Week 0/Day 1); Weeks 2, 4, and 8
Time to a 50 Percent Reduction in Total Lesion Counts (TLC)
Baseline (Week 0/Day 1) to Week 12
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Study Design & Arms

AllocationRANDOMIZED
MaskingQUADRUPLE
ModelPARALLEL
PurposeTREATMENT

Treatment Arms

ArmTypeDescription
1EXPERIMENTALTazarotene foam, 0.1%
2PLACEBO_COMPARATORVehicle Foam
Tazarotene FoamEXPERIMENTALSubjects will be exposed to patches containing Tazarotene foam 0.1%
Vehicle FoamPLACEBO_COMPARATORSubjects will be exposed to patches containing Vehicle Foam
Sodium Laural SulfateACTIVE_COMPARATORSubjects will be exposed to patches containing Sodium Laural Sulfate.
Distilled WaterPLACEBO_COMPARATORSubjects will be exposed to patches containing Distilled Water.

Interventions

NameTypeDescription
Tazarotene FoamDRUGTazarotene foam once a day application to the face
Vehicle FoamDRUGVehicle Foam once a day application to the face
Sodium Laural SulfateDRUGSodium Laural Sulfate
Distilled WaterDRUGDistilled Water
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Eligibility Criteria

Age Range12 Years to 45 Years
SexALL
Healthy VolunteersNo
Study Sites18

Inclusion Criteria: * Male or female age 12 through 45 years, inclusive, who is in good general health. * An ISGA score of 3 or greater at baseline. * Lesion counts meeting both of the following criteria: 1. Between 25 and 50 facial inflammatory lesions and no more than 1 facial nodular lesion (...

Countries:United StatesCanada
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Frequently asked questions about Tazarotene Foam

What is Tazarotene Foam used for?

Tazarotene Foam is a small molecule drug being developed for the treatment of Acne Vulgaris, a common skin condition. It is a topical foam formulation that is currently in Phase 3 clinical development. The drug is intended for use in patients with common facial acne.

Who makes Tazarotene Foam?

Tazarotene Foam is being developed by GSK plc, a global pharmaceutical company. GSK plc is listed on the stock exchange under the ticker symbol GSK. The company is conducting clinical trials to evaluate the safety and efficacy of this drug for the treatment of Acne Vulgaris.

What phase is Tazarotene Foam in?

Tazarotene Foam is currently in Phase 3 clinical development. It has completed four clinical trials, including two Phase 3 efficacy studies and two Phase 1 safety studies. The drug is investigational and has not yet been approved by regulatory authorities for the treatment of Acne Vulgaris.

What clinical trials is Tazarotene Foam in?

Tazarotene Foam has completed four clinical trials. The Phase 3 trials are NCT01017120 and NCT01017146, which evaluated the safety and efficacy of the drug in subjects with common facial acne. The Phase 1 trials are NCT01112787 and NCT01114841, which assessed skin irritation and contact sensitization potential in healthy volunteers.

Is Tazarotene Foam the same as Tazarotene?

Tazarotene Foam is a specific formulation of the drug tazarotene, delivered as a foam. While the active ingredient is tazarotene, the foam formulation is being studied specifically for the treatment of Acne Vulgaris. The clinical trials listed for Tazarotene Foam are distinct from other tazarotene products.