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Verdiperstat

Phase 2

Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis | Small molecule | Neurology |Merit Medical Systems, Inc.|Last Updated: Jun 12, 2023

Target and mechanism

Molecular targetMPO
Target classInhibitor
ModalitySmall molecule

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Trial Design

RandomizedDouble-BlindPLACEBO_CONTROLLEDDMC
Total Trials1
Total Enrollment167

FDA Designations

No designations recorded

Clinical trial landscape

Verdiperstat · 1 trial · 1 indication

Phase 2 1
NCT04436510HEALEY ALS Platform Trial - Regimen B VerdiperstatAmyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
COMPLETED167 Analytics
PHASE2COMPLETED
HEALEY ALS Platform Trial - Regimen B Verdiperstat
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Study Endpoints

Primary Endpoints

Disease Progression as Assessed by the ALSFRS-R-Slope
Baseline to 24 Weeks

Change in disease severity as measured by the ALS Functional Rating Scale-Revised (ALSFRS-R) total score using a Bayesian repeated measures model that accounts for loss to follow-up due to mortality. Each of 12 questions assessing distinct functional ability is scored from 4 (normal) to 0 (no ability), with a maximum total score of 48 and a minimum total score of 0. Patients with higher scores have more physical function.

Mortality Even Rate
Baseline to 24 Weeks

Mortality is defined as death or death equivalent. A participant is determined to meet the criteria of death equivalent if permanent assisted ventilation (PAV) is used for more than 22 hours per day for more than seven days in a row. The rate of mortality was estimated from a Bayesian shared-parametric model that assumed exponentially distributed survival times.

Secondary Endpoints

Respiratory Function
Baseline to 24 Weeks
Muscle Strength
Baseline to 24 Weeks
Number of Participants That Experienced Death or Death Equivalent
24 Weeks
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Study Design & Arms

AllocationRANDOMIZED
MaskingQUADRUPLE
ModelPARALLEL
PurposeTREATMENT

Treatment Arms

ArmTypeDescription
VerdiperstatEXPERIMENTALVerdiperstat is administered twice daily p.o. for 24 weeks.
Matching PlaceboPLACEBO_COMPARATORMatching placebo is administered twice daily p.o. for 24 weeks.

Interventions

NameTypeDescription
Matching PlaceboDRUGDrug: Matching Placebo Administration: Oral Dose: two tablets twice daily
VerdiperstatDRUGDrug: Verdiperstat Administration: Oral Dose: 600mg twice daily
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Eligibility Criteria

Age Range18 Years to N/A
SexALL
Healthy VolunteersNo
Study Sites1

Inclusion Criteria: * No additional inclusion criteria beyond the inclusion criteria specified in the Master Protocol (NCT NCT04297683). Exclusion Criteria: * The following exclusion criteria are in addition to the exclusion criteria specified in the Master Protocol (NCT NCT04297683). 1. Parti...

Countries:United States
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Frequently asked questions about Verdiperstat

What is Verdiperstat used for in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis?

Verdiperstat is an investigational small molecule being studied for the treatment of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS). It is a -stat enzyme inhibitor, though the specific molecular target has not been disclosed. The drug is currently in Phase 2 clinical development and is not yet approved by regulatory authorities.

Who makes Verdiperstat?

Verdiperstat is being developed by Merit Medical Systems, Inc., a company traded on the Nasdaq under the ticker symbol MMSI. The company is conducting clinical trials to evaluate the drug's safety and efficacy in patients with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis.

What phase is Verdiperstat in?

Verdiperstat is in Phase 2 clinical development. It has completed one Phase 2 trial, the HEALEY ALS Platform Trial, which enrolled 167 participants. The drug remains investigational and has not received FDA approval for any indication.

What clinical trials is Verdiperstat in?

Verdiperstat has been studied in one completed clinical trial, NCT04436510, titled "HEALEY ALS Platform Trial - Regimen B Verdiperstat." This Phase 2, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial enrolled 167 participants with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis in the United States.

Is Verdiperstat FDA approved?

No, Verdiperstat is not FDA approved. It is an investigational drug currently in Phase 2 clinical development for Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis. The completed trial NCT04436510 was a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study, but the drug has not yet received regulatory approval.