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Aplindore

Phase 2

Early Stage Parkinson's Disease | Small molecule | Neurology |Ligand Pharmaceuticals Incorporated|Last Updated: Oct 3, 2011

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Trial Design

RandomizedDouble-BlindPLACEBO_CONTROLLED
Total Trials1
Total Enrollment40

FDA Designations

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Clinical trial landscape

Aplindore · 2 trials · 2 indications

Phase 2 2
NCT00626418The Effects of Aplindore on the Treatment of Signs and Symptoms of Restless Legs SyndromeRestless Legs Syndrome
COMPLETED24 Analytics
NCT00623324The Effects of Aplindore on the Treatment of Signs and Symptoms of Parkinson's DiseaseEarly Stage Parkinson's Disease
COMPLETED40 Analytics
PHASE2COMPLETED
The Effects of Aplindore on the Treatment of Signs and Symptoms of Restless Legs Syndrome
Restless Legs SyndromeUnlock trial analytics
PHASE2COMPLETED
The Effects of Aplindore on the Treatment of Signs and Symptoms of Parkinson's Disease
Early Stage Parkinson's DiseaseUnlock trial analytics

Study Endpoints

Primary Endpoints

To assess the efficacy and tolerability of single doses of aplindore compared to placebo in RLS.
5-8 Days
Evaluation of safety and tolerability data
3 weeks

Secondary Endpoints

To generate safety data with aplindore, to generate pilot data on the effects of aplindore on changes in blood pressure and heart rate associated with PLMS in patients with RLS, to understand the PK of aplindore.
5-8 Days
Change in UPDRS Motor (Part III) score, UPDRS Activities of Daily Living (ADL; Part II), the Non-Motor Symptoms Questionnaire, and the Epworth Sleepiness Scale (ESS) and nausea Likert Scale.
3 weeks
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Study Design & Arms

AllocationRANDOMIZED
MaskingSINGLE
ModelCROSSOVER
PurposeTREATMENT

Treatment Arms

ArmTypeDescription
1PLACEBO_COMPARATORThis will be a crossover study. Ascending doses of active drug will be administered on study nights 3-5 with an option of 3 additional nights in an attempt to identify a tolerable efficacious dose. Night 1 will be an adaptation night and night two will be a placebo night.
2ACTIVE_COMPARATORThis will be a crossover study. Ascending doses of active drug will be administered on study nights 3-5 with an option of 3 additional nights in an attempt to identify a tolerable efficacious dose. Night 1 will be an adaptation night and night two will be a placebo night.

Interventions

NameTypeDescription
AplindoreDRUGTablets 0.05, 0.1, 0.2, 0.3, 0.5 and 0.7 mg QD for up to 6 nights
PlaceboDRUGPlacebo tablets
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Eligibility Criteria

Age Range18 Years to N/A
SexALL
Healthy VolunteersNo
Study Sites5

Inclusion Criteria: * Aged 18 years or older; * Diagnosis of primary Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS) using ICSD-2 criteria: * The patient reports an urge to move the legs, usually accompanied or caused by uncomfortable and unpleasant sensations in the legs. * The urge to move or the unpleasant sensati...

Countries:United States
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Frequently asked questions about Aplindore

What is Aplindore used for?

Aplindore is an investigational small molecule being developed for Restless Legs Syndrome and Early Stage Parkinson's Disease. It is in Phase 2 clinical development and is not approved by the FDA. Two Phase 2 trials have been completed to evaluate its effects on the signs and symptoms of these neurological conditions.

Who makes Aplindore?

Aplindore is being developed by Ligand Pharmaceuticals Incorporated, a biopharmaceutical company traded on the NASDAQ under the ticker symbol LGND. The company is conducting clinical research to evaluate the drug's safety and efficacy in treating Restless Legs Syndrome and Early Stage Parkinson's Disease.

What phase is Aplindore in?

Aplindore is in Phase 2 clinical development. It is an investigational drug, meaning it has not been approved by regulatory authorities. Two Phase 2 clinical trials have been completed, one for Early Stage Parkinson's Disease and one for Restless Legs Syndrome, but the drug remains under investigation.

What clinical trials is Aplindore in?

Aplindore has been studied in two completed Phase 2 clinical trials. NCT00623324 evaluated its effects on signs and symptoms of Early Stage Parkinson's Disease with 40 participants, and NCT00626418 evaluated its effects on Restless Legs Syndrome with 24 participants. Both trials were randomized, double-blind, and placebo-controlled, conducted in the United States.

Is Aplindore the same as any other drug?

No alternative names for Aplindore have been reported. It is identified by its generic name Aplindore in clinical trial registries and scientific literature. The drug is a small molecule being investigated for neurological conditions, but no other names or brand names have been associated with it in available information.