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MK-4305

Phase 1

Insomnia | Small molecule | Psychiatry |Merck & Company, Inc.|Last Updated: Feb 22, 2016

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Trial Design

RandomizedDouble-BlindPLACEBO_CONTROLLED
Total Trials1
Total Enrollment28

FDA Designations

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Clinical trial landscape

MK-4305 · 1 trial · 1 indication

Phase 1 1
NCT01311882A Study to Evaluate Next Day Effects of MK-4305 on Driving Performance (MK-4305-035 AM1)Insomnia
COMPLETED28 Analytics
PHASE1COMPLETED
A Study to Evaluate Next Day Effects of MK-4305 on Driving Performance (MK-4305-035 AM1)
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Study Endpoints

Primary Endpoints

Mean differences of standard deviation of lateral position (SDLP) on highway driving between MK-4305 and placebo
Day 2

Secondary Endpoints

Mean differences of standard deviation of lateral position (SDLP) on highway driving between zopiclone and placebo
Day 2
Mean differences of standard deviation of lateral position (SDLP) on highway driving between MK-4305 and placebo
Day 9
Mean standard deviation of speed (SDS) on highway driving (MK-4305 versus placebo)
Day 2 and Day 9
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Study Design & Arms

AllocationRANDOMIZED
MaskingDOUBLE
ModelCROSSOVER
PurposeTREATMENT

Treatment Arms

ArmTypeDescription
MK-4305 40 mgEXPERIMENTALDay 1 and Day 8- 4 x 10 mg MK-4305 and 1 x 7.5 mg zopiclone grossly matching placebo; Days 2-7 - 4 x 10 mg MK-4305
MK-4305 20 mgEXPERIMENTALDay 1 and Day 8- 2 x 10 mg MK-4305 and 2 x 10 mg MK-4305 matching placebo and 1 x 7.5 mg zopiclone grossly matching placebo; Days 2-7 - 2 x 10 mg MK-4305 and 2 x 10 mg MK-4305 matching placebo
Zopiclone 7.5 mgACTIVE_COMPARATORDay 1 and Day 8- 1 x 7.5 mg zopiclone and 4 x 10 mg MK-4305 matching placebo; Days 2-7- 4 x 10 mg MK-4305 matching placebo
PlaceboPLACEBO_COMPARATORDay 1 and Day 8- 4 x 10 mg MK-4305 matching placebo and 1 x 7.5 mg zopiclone grossly matching placebo; Days 2-7 - 4 x 10 mg MK-4305 matching placebo

Interventions

NameTypeDescription
MK-4305 40 mgDRUG4 x 10 mg MK-4305 tablets
MK-4305 20 mgDRUG2 x 10 mg MK-4305 tablets
ZopicloneDRUG1 x 7.5 mg Zopiclone tablet
Grossly Matching Placebo for ZopicloneDRUGGrossly Matching Placebo for Zopiclone
Matching Placebo for MK-4305DRUGMatching Placebo for MK-4305
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Eligibility Criteria

Age Range21 Years to 64 Years
SexALL
Healthy VolunteersYes
Study Sites1

Inclusion Criteria: * Female participants of reproductive potential must agree to use (and/or have their partner use) acceptable methods of birth control beginning at least 2 weeks prior to the administration of the first dose of study drug throughout the study * Has a body mass index (BMI) within ...

Countries:Netherlands
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Competitive Landscape -Insomnia and Sleep Disorders 11 trials (matched to "Insomnia")

Frequently asked questions about MK-4305

What is MK-4305 used for?

MK-4305 is an investigational small molecule being developed for the treatment of insomnia. It is currently in Phase 1 clinical development and has not been approved by regulatory authorities. The drug is being studied for its effects on sleep and next-day performance in patients with insomnia.

Who makes MK-4305?

MK-4305 is being developed by Merck & Company, Inc., a pharmaceutical company traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol MRK. The drug is in Phase 1 clinical development for the treatment of insomnia.

What phase is MK-4305 in?

MK-4305 is in Phase 1 clinical development. It is an investigational drug for insomnia and has not been approved by the FDA or other regulatory agencies. The drug is still in early-stage clinical testing to evaluate its safety and effects.

What clinical trials is MK-4305 in?

MK-4305 has one completed Phase 1 clinical trial, identified as NCT01311882. This study, titled "A Study to Evaluate Next Day Effects of MK-4305 on Driving Performance (MK-4305-035 AM1)", enrolled 28 participants in the Netherlands. The trial was randomized, double-blind, and placebo-controlled, and included healthy volunteers aged 21 years and older.

Is MK-4305 the same as suvorexant?

MK-4305 is the development code for suvorexant, a drug being studied for insomnia. It is an investigational small molecule developed by Merck & Company, Inc. The drug is in Phase 1 clinical development and has not been approved for use.