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tapentadol Immediate Release IR

Phase 3

Low Back Pain | Small molecule | Pain |Johnson & Johnson|Trials Updated: Apr 15, 2015

tapentadol Immediate Release IR target and mechanism

Molecular targetSLC6A2, OPRM1
Target classInhibitor
ModalitySmall molecule

Also known as tapentadol (CG5503) Immediate Release IR

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Trial Design

RandomizedDouble-BlindCONTROLLED
Total Trials1
Total Enrollment117

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tapentadol Immediate Release IR clinical trials

tapentadol Immediate Release IR · 1 trial · 1 indication

Phase 3 1
NCT00594516Study on the Safety and Effectiveness of Switching Between Two Forms of Tapentadol in Patients With Chronic Low Back PainLow Back Pain
COMPLETED117 Analytics
PHASE3COMPLETED
Study on the Safety and Effectiveness of Switching Between Two Forms of Tapentadol in Patients With Chronic Low Back Pain
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Study Endpoints

Primary Endpoints

The Difference in the Mean Average Pain Intensity Score on an 11-point Numerical Rating Scale (NRS) During the Last 3 Days of Each Double-blind Treatment Period. (Difference Between Two DB Randomization Treatment Sequences)
14 days for each cross-over period

For this twice daily pain assessment, the subjects were to indicate the level of average pain experienced over the previous 12 hours on an 11-point Numerical Rating Scale (NRS) where a score of 0 indicated "no pain" and a score of 10 indicated "pain as bad as you can imagine".

Secondary Endpoints

The Number of Patients Requiring Rescue Medication During the DB Tapentadol IR Treatment
14 days for each cross-over period
The Number of Patients Requiring Rescue Medication During the DB Tapentadol ER Treatment
14 days for each cross-over period
Total Daily Dose (TDD) of Tapentadol IR During the Double-blind Treatment Period
14-day for each DB treatment period
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Study Design & Arms

AllocationRANDOMIZED
MaskingTRIPLE
ModelCROSSOVER
PurposeTREATMENT

Treatment Arms

ArmTypeDescription
001EXPERIMENTALtapentadol (CG5503) Immediate Release (IR) Following open label period is 2 double blind periods: Tapentadol IR in first intervention period of double-blind phase and Tapentadol ER 100 150 200 or 250 mg tablets twice daily in second or Tapentadol ER in first intervention period of double-blind phase and Tapentadol IR in second,tapentadol (CG5503) Immediate Release IR 21 day Open Label: an adjustable dose of Tapentadol IR 50-100mg orally every 4-6 hours to maximum total daily dose (TDD) dose of 500 mg during open label period
002EXPERIMENTALtapentadol (CG5503) Extended Release (ER) During 2 double blind periods: Tapentadol ER 100 150 200 or 250 mg tablets twice daily in the first intervention period of double-blind phase and Tapentadol IR in the second or Tapentadol IR in first intervention period of double-blind phase and Tapentadol ER in second

Interventions

NameTypeDescription
tapentadol (CG5503) Immediate Release IRDRUG21 day Open Label: an adjustable dose of Tapentadol IR 50-100mg orally every 4-6 hours to maximum total daily dose (TDD) dose of 500 mg during open label period
tapentadol (CG5503) Extended Release (ER)DRUGDuring 2 double blind periods: Tapentadol ER 100, 150, 200 or 250 mg tablets twice daily in the first intervention period of double-blind phase and Tapentadol IR in the second or Tapentadol IR in first intervention period of double-blind phase and Tapentadol ER in second
tapentadol (CG5503) Immediate Release (IR)DRUGFollowing open label period is 2 double blind periods: Tapentadol IR in first intervention period of double-blind phase and Tapentadol ER 100, 150, 200 or 250 mg tablets twice daily in second or Tapentadol ER in first intervention period of double-blind phase and Tapentadol IR in second
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Eligibility Criteria

Age Range18 Years to N/A
SexALL
Healthy VolunteersNo

Inclusion Criteria: * Diagnosis of Low Back Pain (LBP) of non-malignant origin present for at least 3 months immediately before study entry * Taking drug treatment for pain for at least 3 months before screening and who are dissatisfied with current therapy * Subjects receiving opioid treatment mus...

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Frequently asked questions about tapentadol Immediate Release IR

What is tapentadol Immediate Release IR?

Tapentadol Immediate Release IR is an investigational immediate-release small molecule developed by Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) for low back pain. It is in Phase 3 clinical development and has been studied in a completed Phase 3 trial in patients with chronic low back pain. It is not described as approved.

What is tapentadol Immediate Release IR used for?

Tapentadol Immediate Release IR is being studied for the treatment of low back pain. The completed Phase 3 trial enrolled patients with chronic low back pain. Its development is focused on this pain indication.

What does tapentadol Immediate Release IR target?

Tapentadol Immediate Release IR targets SLC6A2 and OPRM1. SLC6A2 is a norepinephrine transporter, and OPRM1 is the mu-opioid receptor. The drug is classified as an inhibitor against these targets.

Who makes tapentadol Immediate Release IR?

Tapentadol Immediate Release IR is developed by Johnson & Johnson, which trades under the ticker JNJ.

What phase is tapentadol Immediate Release IR in?

Tapentadol Immediate Release IR is in Phase 3 development. It is investigational and has not been described as FDA approved. One Phase 3 trial has been completed.

What clinical trials is tapentadol Immediate Release IR in?

Tapentadol Immediate Release IR has been studied in the completed Phase 3 trial NCT00594516, titled a study on the safety and effectiveness of switching between two forms of tapentadol in patients with chronic low back pain. It enrolled 117 patients, was randomized, double-blind, and controlled.

Is tapentadol Immediate Release IR the same as tapentadol (CG5503) Immediate Release IR?

Yes, tapentadol Immediate Release IR is also known as tapentadol (CG5503) Immediate Release IR. CG5503 is an alternative designation for the same investigational immediate-release small molecule developed by Johnson & Johnson for low back pain.