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Artemether-Lumefantrine

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Malaria,Falciparum | Small molecule | Infectious Disease |IQVIA Holdings, Inc.|Last Updated: Sep 5, 2021

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Trial Design

UNCONTROLLEDBiomarker
Total Trials1
Total Enrollment16

FDA Designations

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Clinical trial landscape

Artemether-Lumefantrine · 1 trial · 4 indications

Phase 1 1
NCT04310085Study in Blood Stage Malaria Infection After DVI of Cryopreserved P. Falciparum (NF54 Strain) SporozoitesMalaria,Falciparum
COMPLETED16 Analytics
PHASE1COMPLETED
Study in Blood Stage Malaria Infection After DVI of Cryopreserved P. Falciparum (NF54 Strain) Sporozoites
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Study Endpoints

Primary Endpoints

Incidence and Severity of Observed or Self-reported Adverse Events (AEs) Considered PfSPZ-DVI Challenge Inoculum-related.
Screening until end of study, day 28.

Based on their start date(time), AEs will be allocated to the phase during which they started (Screening, Challenge, Rescue). Each AE will therefore be reported in only one phase.

Change in Malaria Clinical Score From PfSPZ-DVI Challenge Until Parasite Clearance.
Day 1 until end of study, day 28.

Malaria Clinical Score 14 signs/symptoms frequently associated with malaria will be graded using a 4-point scale (absent: 0; mild: 1; moderate: 2; severe: 3): headache, myalgia (muscle ache), arthralgia (joint ache), fatigue/lethargy, malaise (general discomfort/uneasiness), chills/shivering/rigors, sweating/hot spells, anorexia, nausea, vomiting, abdominal discomfort, fever, tachycardia and hypotension. Malaria clinical score is calculated as the sum of all (14) malaria sign and symptoms scores (maximum score is 42).

Time to First PCR Positivity.
Day 1 to day 21

For the purpose of this study, 'PCR positivity' is used for the 'protocol-defined PCR positivity'

Parasitaemia at First PCR Positivity
Day 1 to day 21

POSITIVE PARASITAEMIA IS DEFINED AS qPCR OUTCOME \>=250 PARASITES per mL BLOOD.

Time to Parasitaemia of ≥5000 Parasites Per mL Blood (Cohorts 1 and 2)
Day 1 to day 21
Parasitaemia at the Time Parasitaemia ≥5000 Parasites Per mL Blood (Cohorts 1 and 2)
Day 1 to day 21
Time to First Dose of Treatment With Artemether-lumefantrine (Riamet®) (Cohorts 1 and 2)
Day 1 to day 21
Parasitaemia at First Dose of Treatment With Riamet® (Cohorts 1 and 2)
Day 1 to day 21
Incidence of Positive PCR and Parasitaemia of ≥5000 Parasites Per mL Blood.
Day 1 with PfSPZ-DVI Challenge and Day 28 (per cohort).
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Study Design & Arms

AllocationNA
MaskingNONE
ModelSINGLE_GROUP
PurposeTREATMENT

Treatment Arms

ArmTypeDescription
PfSPZ-DVI challenge and artemether lumefantrineEXPERIMENTAL16 healthy, malaria-naïve males and females, aged 18-55 years, were enrolled in 2 cohorts (8 participants/cohort; a participant may be enrolled in one cohort only). There were two target levels of parasitaemia previously achieved in healthy participants in malaria VIS at other study sites, i.e., 5000 parasites/mL blood in Cohort 1 and 10000 parasites/mL blood in Cohort 2. (Based on observed levels of parasitaemia in Cohort 1, the target threshold for treatment in Cohort 2 was maintained at 5,000 p/mL). qPCR was performed, malaria clinical score assessed twice daily and participants were administered registered antimalarial therapy, i.e., Riamet®, when the following criteria were met: 1. Cohort 1: ≥5000 parasites/mL blood or earlier if a participant has a malaria clinical score \>6 or at Investigator's discretion. 2. Cohort 2: ≥10000 parasites/mL blood or earlier if a participant has a malaria clinical score \>6 or at Investigator's discretion.

Interventions

NameTypeDescription
Artemether-Lumefantrine 20 Mg-120 Mg Oral TabletDRUGartemether-lumefantrine 6 x of 4 tablets at approximately 0, 8, 24, 36, 48 and 60 h
PfSPZ-DVI ChallengeBIOLOGICAL3200 P. falciparum Sporozoites by direct venous inoculation (DVI)
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Eligibility Criteria

Age Range18 Years to 55 Years
SexALL
Healthy VolunteersYes
Study Sites1

Inclusion Criteria: 1. Informed Consent Form signed voluntarily before any study-related procedure is performed, indicating that the participant understands the purpose of and procedures required for the study and is willing to participate in the study, including administration of registered antima...

Countries:Belgium
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Frequently asked questions about Artemether-Lumefantrine

What is Artemether-Lumefantrine used for?

Artemether-Lumefantrine is an investigational small molecule being studied for the treatment of malaria, specifically falciparum malaria. It is currently in Phase 1 clinical development. The drug is being evaluated for its safety and efficacy in treating this infectious disease.

Who is developing Artemether-Lumefantrine?

Artemether-Lumefantrine is being developed by IQVIA Holdings, Inc., a company traded on the stock exchange under the ticker symbol IQV. The company is conducting clinical research on this drug candidate for the treatment of malaria.

What phase is Artemether-Lumefantrine in?

Artemether-Lumefantrine is currently in Phase 1 clinical development. It is an investigational drug and has not yet been approved by regulatory authorities. The drug is being studied for its potential use in treating falciparum malaria.

What clinical trials is Artemether-Lumefantrine in?

Artemether-Lumefantrine has been studied in one completed Phase 1 clinical trial with the identifier NCT04310085. This trial was conducted in Belgium and enrolled 16 healthy volunteers to study blood stage malaria infection after direct venous inoculation of cryopreserved P. falciparum sporozoites.

Is Artemether-Lumefantrine the same as Coartem?

Artemether-Lumefantrine is a combination of two antimalarial drugs, artemether and lumefantrine. It is being studied as a fixed-dose combination for the treatment of falciparum malaria. The drug is currently in Phase 1 clinical development as an investigational therapy.