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Vaniprevir b.i.d

Phase 2

Hepatitis C, Chronic | Small molecule | Infectious Disease |Merck & Company, Inc.|Last Updated: Feb 8, 2021

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Trial Design

CONTROLLED
Total Trials1
Total Enrollment45

FDA Designations

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Clinical trial landscape

Vaniprevir b.i.d · 1 trial · 1 indication

Phase 2 1
NCT00943761A Study of Vaniprevir (MK-7009) in Participants With Chronic Hepatitis C Infection After Participation in Other Vaniprevir Studies (MK-7009-028)Hepatitis C, Chronic
COMPLETED45 Analytics
PHASE2COMPLETED
A Study of Vaniprevir (MK-7009) in Participants With Chronic Hepatitis C Infection After Participation in Other Vaniprevir Studies (MK-7009-028)
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Study Endpoints

Primary Endpoints

Number of Participants Who Experienced an Adverse Event
up to 72 weeks

An adverse event is any unfavorable and unintended change in the structure, function, or chemistry of the body whether or not considered related to the study treatment.

Number of Participants Who Experienced a Serious Adverse Event
up to 72 weeks

Serious adverse event is defined as any adverse drug or biologic or device experience occurring at any dose resulting in death, was life-threatening, was persistent or caused significant disability/incapacity, required in-patient hospitalization or prolonged hospitalization, was a congenital anomaly or birth defect, was a cancer, or was an overdose.

Number of Participants Who Discontinued Study Treatment Due to an Adverse Event
48 weeks

An adverse event is any unfavorable and unintended change in the structure, function, or chemistry of the body whether or not considered related to the study treatment.

Percentage of Participants Who Achieved Sustained Viral Response 24 Weeks After the End of Treatment (SVR24)
72 weeks

SVR24 is defined as undetectable hepatitis C virus ribonucleic acid (HCV RNA) 24 weeks after the end of vaniprevir study therapy. HCV RNA plasma levels were assessed using the Roche COBAS Taqman assay (or equivalent) with the limit of quantification (LoQ) of at least 25 IU/mL and the limit of detection (LoD) of at least 10 IU/mL.

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Study Design & Arms

AllocationNON_RANDOMIZED
MaskingNONE
ModelPARALLEL
PurposeTREATMENT

Treatment Arms

ArmTypeDescription
Vaniprevir 300 mg b.i.d. + peg-IFN + RBVEXPERIMENTALParticipants received vaniprevir 300 mg twice daily (b.i.d.) in combination peg-IFN 180 mcg weekly and ribavirin (1000 or 1200 mg) administered as a divided dose twice daily.
Vaniprevir 600 mg b.i.d. + peg-IFN + RBVEXPERIMENTALParticipants received vaniprevir 600 mg b.i.d. in combination peg-IFN 180 mcg weekly and ribavirin (1000 or 1200 mg) administered as a divided dose twice daily.

Interventions

NameTypeDescription
Vaniprevir 600 mg b.i.d.DRUGOral capsules containing 150 mg vaniprevir, four in the morning and four in the evening, for 48 weeks
Vaniprevir 300 mg b.i.d.DRUGOral capsules containing 150 mg vaniprevir, two in the morning and two in the evening, for 48 weeks
Pegylated interferonDRUGPrefilled syringe containing 180 µg/0.5 mL peg-IFN, for weekly subcutaneous injection, for 48 weeks
RibavirinDRUGOral tablets containing 200 mg RBV, 5 or 6 tablets, dosage based on the participant's weight (\<75 kg or ≥75 kg, respectively), for 48 weeks
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Eligibility Criteria

Age Range18 Years to N/A
SexALL
Healthy VolunteersNo

Inclusion criteria: * Participant has participated in a prior vaniprevir clinical trial * Participant agrees to use acceptable birth control method during treatment Exclusion criteria: * More than one year has passed since the participant was determined to be eligible for enrollment in protocol 0...

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Frequently asked questions about Vaniprevir b.i.d

What is Vaniprevir b.i.d used for?

Vaniprevir b.i.d is an investigational small molecule being studied for the treatment of chronic hepatitis C. It is being developed by Merck & Company, Inc. (MRK) and is currently in Phase 2 clinical development. The drug is intended for patients with chronic hepatitis C infection.

What does Vaniprevir b.i.d target?

Vaniprevir b.i.d is a small molecule drug being developed for chronic hepatitis C. While its specific molecular target is not disclosed in the available information, it is being studied as a direct-acting antiviral agent. The drug is in Phase 2 clinical trials for this indication.

Who makes Vaniprevir b.i.d?

Vaniprevir b.i.d 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 currently in Phase 2 clinical development for the treatment of chronic hepatitis C.

What phase is Vaniprevir b.i.d in?

Vaniprevir b.i.d is in Phase 2 clinical development. It is an investigational drug and has not been approved by regulatory authorities. The drug is being studied for the treatment of chronic hepatitis C, with one completed Phase 2 trial involving 45 participants.

What clinical trials is Vaniprevir b.i.d in?

Vaniprevir b.i.d has been studied in one clinical trial, identified as NCT00943761. This was a Phase 2 study titled 'A Study of Vaniprevir (MK-7009) in Participants With Chronic Hepatitis C Infection After Participation in Other Vaniprevir Studies (MK-7009-028).' The trial has been completed and enrolled 45 participants.

Is Vaniprevir b.i.d the same as MK-7009?

Yes, Vaniprevir b.i.d is also known as MK-7009. The clinical trial NCT00943761 refers to the drug as MK-7009, and it is being developed by Merck & Company, Inc. for the treatment of chronic hepatitis C. The drug is currently in Phase 2 development.