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Afrezza

Phase 3

Diabetes Mellitus, Type 1 | Monoclonal antibody | Metabolic |MannKind Corporation|Last Updated: May 6, 2025

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Trial Design

RandomizedACTIVE_CONTROLLEDDMC
Total Trials1
Total Enrollment319

FDA Designations

BREAKTHROUGH_THERAPY

Clinical trial landscape

Afrezza · 2 trials · 3 indications

Phase 3 1Phase 2 1
NCT04974528Afrezza® INHALE-1 Study in PediatricsDiabetes Mellitus, Type 1
COMPLETED319 Analytics
PHASE3COMPLETED
Afrezza® INHALE-1 Study in Pediatrics
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Study Endpoints

Primary Endpoints

Change in HbA1c
26 weeks

Change in HbA1c from baseline to Week 26, for noninferiority assessment

Insulin Maximum Observed Concentration (Cmax)
250 minutes post-dose

Insulin Cmax after a dose of Afrezza

Secondary Endpoints

Change in Fasting Plasma Glucose (FPG)
26 weeks
Event rate of pooled level 2 and level 3 hypoglycemia
26 weeks
Change in HbA1c
26 weeks
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Study Design & Arms

AllocationRANDOMIZED
MaskingNONE
ModelPARALLEL
PurposeTREATMENT

Treatment Arms

ArmTypeDescription
Afrezza (Technosphere Insulin) + Basal InsulinEXPERIMENTALIndividualized dose of Afrezza (Technosphere Insulin) for each patient before each meal (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) for 26 weeks. Individualized basal insulin (insulin degludec, insulin glargine or insulin detemir) for each patient.
RAA Injection + Basal InsulinACTIVE_COMPARATORIndividualized dose of RAA injection (insulin aspart, insulin lispro or insulin glulisine) for each patient for 26 weeks. Individualized basal insulin (insulin degludec, insulin glargine or insulin detemir) for each patient.
Afrezza (Technosphere Insulin)EXPERIMENTALIndividualized dose of Afrezza (Technosphere Insulin) for each patient at each meal (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) for 30 days. During the trial, all patients will receive multiple injections of basal long acting insulin, in general at bedtime every day.

Interventions

NameTypeDescription
AfrezzaBIOLOGICALPharmaceutical form: powder Route of administration: inhalation
Rapid-acting Insulin AnalogBIOLOGICALPharmaceutical form: clear and colorless solution for injection Route of administration: subcutaneous
Basal InsulinBIOLOGICALPharmaceutical form: solution for injection Route of administration: subcutaneous
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Eligibility Criteria

Age Range4 Years to 17 Years
SexALL
Healthy VolunteersNo
Study Sites39

Inclusion Criteria: * Assent from the pediatric subject, as appropriate, and fully informed consent from the parent(s) or legal guardian, as required by both state and federal laws and the local Institutional Review Board (IRB) * Subjects ≥4 and \<18 years of age * Clinical diagnosis of type 1 diab...

Countries:United States
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Frequently asked questions about Afrezza

What is Afrezza used for?

Afrezza is an investigational drug being studied for the treatment of Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus. It is a monoclonal antibody developed by MannKind Corporation. Afrezza is currently in Phase 3 clinical development and has not been approved by the FDA.

What does Afrezza target?

Afrezza is a monoclonal antibody, but its specific molecular target has not been disclosed. It is being studied for its effects on Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus, a metabolic condition. The mechanism of action is not fully understood at this time.

Who makes Afrezza?

Afrezza is developed by MannKind Corporation, a biopharmaceutical company. The company is conducting clinical trials to evaluate the safety and efficacy of Afrezza in patients with Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus.

What phase is Afrezza in?

Afrezza is currently in Phase 3 clinical development. It has completed a Phase 3 trial and a Phase 2 trial. Afrezza is investigational and has not been approved by the FDA for any indication.

What clinical trials is Afrezza in?

Afrezza has been studied in two clinical trials. The Phase 3 trial NCT04974528, known as the INHALE-1 study, enrolled 319 patients with Type 1 or Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus. The Phase 2 trial NCT02527265 enrolled 30 patients with Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus. Both trials are completed.

Is Afrezza the same as insulin?

Afrezza is not the same as insulin. It is a monoclonal antibody being studied for Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus, whereas insulin is a hormone used to regulate blood sugar. Afrezza's mechanism of action is distinct from insulin replacement therapy.