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VGX-410

Phase 2

HIV Infections | Small molecule | Infectious Disease |Inovio Pharmaceuticals, Inc.|Last Updated: Mar 9, 2010

Target and mechanism

ModalitySmall molecule

Also known as VGX-410 (Mifepristone)

Success Probability

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Trial Design

RandomizedDouble-BlindPLACEBO_CONTROLLED
Total Trials1
Total Enrollment19

FDA Designations

No designations recorded

Clinical trial landscape

VGX-410 · 2 trials · 2 indications

Phase 2 2
NCT00352911Antiviral Activity and Safety of Mifepristone at 2 Doses in HIV-1 Infected SubjectsHIV Infections
COMPLETED19 Analytics
NCT00255177Antiviral Activity and Safety of 3 Different Doses of Mifepristone in Hepatitis C Infected PatientsHepatitis C Virus Infection
COMPLETED44 Analytics
PHASE2COMPLETED
Antiviral Activity and Safety of Mifepristone at 2 Doses in HIV-1 Infected Subjects
HIV InfectionsUnlock trial analytics
PHASE2COMPLETED
Antiviral Activity and Safety of 3 Different Doses of Mifepristone in Hepatitis C Infected Patients
Hepatitis C Virus InfectionUnlock trial analytics

Study Endpoints

Primary Endpoints

Mean Log Change in Viral Load From Baseline (Day 1) to Day 56
Baseline (Day 1) to Day 56

Mean log change in HIV RNA viral load (significant reduction is considered \>0.5 log 10) from baseline (Day 1) to Day 56 following 150mg twice daily for 14 days, dose escalation to 300mg twice daily for 14 days and then 28 days off treatment.

Mean Log Change in Viral Load From Baseline (Day 1) to Day 28
Baseline (Day 1) to Day 28

Mean log change in HCV RNA viral load (significant reduction is considered \>0.5 log 10) from baseline (Day 1) following once or twice daily dosing for 28 days at the 28 day timepoint

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Study Design & Arms

AllocationRANDOMIZED
MaskingDOUBLE
ModelPARALLEL
PurposeTREATMENT

Treatment Arms

ArmTypeDescription
VGX-410 (Mifepristone)ACTIVE_COMPARATOR150mg twice daily of VGX-410 for 14 days and, if well tolerated, a dose escalation to 300mg twice daily of VGX-410 for 14 days
Placebo for VGX-410 (Mifepristone)PLACEBO_COMPARATOR150mg twice daily of placebo for VGX-410 for 14 days and, if well tolerated, a dose escalation to 300mg twice daily of placebo for VGX-410 for 14 days
PlaceboPLACEBO_COMPARATOR -
150 mg dailyACTIVE_COMPARATOR -
300mg dailyACTIVE_COMPARATOR -
300mg twice dailyACTIVE_COMPARATOR -

Interventions

NameTypeDescription
VGX-410 (Mifepristone)DRUG -
Placebo for VGX-410 (Mifepristone)DRUG -
PlaceboDRUGPlacebo for VGX-410 tablets taken daily or twice daily for 28 days
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Eligibility Criteria

Age Range18 Years to 65 Years
SexALL
Healthy VolunteersNo
Study Sites3

Inclusion Criteria: * HIV-1 infection * CD4 cell count \> 200 * Plasma HIV-1 RNA \> 2000 copies/mL and have not received antiretroviral therapy within the 16 weeks prior to entry * Absolute neutrophil count \> 750/mm3 * Hemoglobin \> 10 g/dL * Platelet count \> 100,000 mm3 * Creatinine \< 2 X upper...

Countries:United States
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Frequently asked questions about VGX-410

What is VGX-410?

VGX-410 is an investigational small molecule developed by Inovio Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (ticker INO) for infectious disease. It has been studied in Phase 2 clinical trials for HIV Infections and Hepatitis C Virus Infection. It is also known as mifepristone. VGX-410 has not been approved by the FDA and remains in clinical development.

What is VGX-410 used for in HIV Infections?

VGX-410 was studied for the treatment of HIV Infections. A Phase 2 trial, NCT00352911, titled Antiviral Activity and Safety of Mifepristone at 2 Doses in HIV-1 Infected Subjects, evaluated the drug in 19 participants in the United States. That trial is completed. VGX-410 is investigational and is not approved for any use.

What is VGX-410 used for in Hepatitis C Virus Infection?

VGX-410 was studied for Hepatitis C Virus Infection. A Phase 2 trial, NCT00255177, titled Antiviral Activity and Safety of 3 Different Doses of Mifepristone in Hepatitis C Infected Patients, enrolled 44 participants in the United States, including healthy volunteers. That trial is completed. VGX-410 remains investigational and is not approved for any indication.

Who makes VGX-410?

VGX-410 is developed by Inovio Pharmaceuticals, Inc., which trades under the ticker INO. Inovio is the sponsor associated with the clinical development of VGX-410 for HIV Infections and Hepatitis C Virus Infection. The program has been studied in Phase 2 trials that are now completed.

What phase is VGX-410 in?

VGX-410 is in Phase 2. Both of its clinical trials were Phase 2 studies, and both are completed, with no active trials ongoing. VGX-410 is an investigational drug and has not been approved by the FDA. It was studied for HIV Infections and Hepatitis C Virus Infection.

What clinical trials is VGX-410 in?

VGX-410 has been evaluated in two completed Phase 2 trials. NCT00352911 tested two doses of mifepristone in 19 HIV-1 infected subjects. NCT00255177 tested three doses in 44 Hepatitis C infected patients, including healthy volunteers. Both trials were conducted in the United States and are completed, with no active trials reported.

Is VGX-410 the same as mifepristone?

Yes. VGX-410 is also known as mifepristone. The clinical trials for this program are listed under the name mifepristone, including NCT00352911 in HIV-1 infected subjects and NCT00255177 in Hepatitis C infected patients. Inovio Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (ticker INO) is the developer associated with VGX-410.