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MK-0873

Phase 2

Rheumatoid Arthritis | Small molecule | Immunology |Merck & Company, Inc.|Last Updated: Jul 30, 2015

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Trial Design

RandomizedDouble-BlindPLACEBO_CONTROLLED
Total Trials1
Total Enrollment106

FDA Designations

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Clinical trial landscape

MK-0873 · 1 trial · 1 indication

Phase 2 1
NCT00132769A Study of a Novel Investigational Drug in Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients (MK-0873-012)(COMPLETED)Rheumatoid Arthritis
COMPLETED106 Analytics
PHASE2COMPLETED
A Study of a Novel Investigational Drug in Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients (MK-0873-012)(COMPLETED)
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Study Endpoints

Primary Endpoints

Change From Baseline in Swollen Joint Count
Baseline and the average of Treatment Weeks 8, 10 and 12

Swollen joint count (SJC) was determined by assessing 66 joints (33 right side, 33 left side) for swelling using the following grading system: 0=Absent, 1=Detectable synovial thickening without loss of bony contours, 2=Loss of distinctiveness of bony contours, or 3=Bulging synovial proliferation with cystic characteristics. The total number of joints graded 1, 2, or 3 were then counted to yield the SJC. SJC ranged from 1-66, with increasing score indicating greater number of swollen joints. SJC was averaged over weeks 8, 10 and 12 to yield a Treatment Period Mean. Change from Baseline = Treatment Period Mean SJC - Baseline SJC.

Secondary Endpoints

Percentage of Participants With American College of Rheumatology 20% Response [ACR20]
Baseline and the average of Treatment Weeks 8, 10 and 12
Change From Baseline in Tender Joint Count
Baseline and the average of Treatment Weeks 8, 10 and 12
Patient Global Assessment of Disease Activity
The average of Treatment Weeks 8, 10 and 12
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Study Design & Arms

AllocationRANDOMIZED
MaskingDOUBLE
ModelPARALLEL
PurposeTREATMENT

Treatment Arms

ArmTypeDescription
MK-0873EXPERIMENTALMK-0873 1.25 mg twice daily for 12 weeks
PlaceboPLACEBO_COMPARATORMatching placebo to MK-0873 1.25 mg twice daily for 12 weeks

Interventions

NameTypeDescription
MK-0873DRUGMK-0873 1.25 mg twice daily for 12 weeks
Comparator: PlaceboDRUGMatching placebo to MK-0873 1.25 mg twice daily for 12 weeks
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Eligibility Criteria

Age Range18 Years to 65 Years
SexALL
Healthy VolunteersNo

Inclusion Criteria: * Rheumatoid arthritis, according to the American College of Rheumatology criteria, with active disease despite current medications * Other criteria also apply Exclusion Criteria: * Other major illnesses * Past history of certain other disorders * Certain prohibited medication...

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Frequently asked questions about MK-0873

What is MK-0873 used for?

MK-0873 is an investigational small molecule being studied for rheumatoid arthritis and plaque psoriasis. It is being developed by Merck & Company, Inc. (MRK). The drug has completed a Phase 2 trial in rheumatoid arthritis and a Phase 1 trial in plaque psoriasis, but it is not approved and remains in clinical development.

Who makes MK-0873?

MK-0873 is being developed by Merck & Company, Inc., which trades under the ticker MRK. The company has sponsored clinical trials of the drug in rheumatoid arthritis and plaque psoriasis.

What phase is MK-0873 in?

MK-0873 is in Phase 2 clinical development. A Phase 2 trial in rheumatoid arthritis has been completed, and a Phase 1 trial in plaque psoriasis has also been completed. The drug is investigational and not approved.

What clinical trials is MK-0873 in?

MK-0873 has been studied in two completed trials. NCT00132769 was a Phase 2, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study in 106 rheumatoid arthritis patients. NCT01140061 was a Phase 1 study in 42 healthy participants and psoriasis participants.

Is MK-0873 the same as another drug?

MK-0873 is the code name used by Merck for this investigational compound. No alternative brand or generic names have been disclosed in the clinical trial records.