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Crinecerfont

Phase 3FDA approved

Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia | Small molecule | Endocrine |Neurocrine Biosciences, Inc.|Trials Updated: Sep 16, 2026

Crinecerfont development status

FDA approval on record Dec 13, 2024 as Crenessity
Approval holderNeurocrine
ApplicationNDA218820
Highest phase Phase 3
Registered trials 6 across 2 sponsors since May 2018

Label indication CRENESSITY is indicated as adjunctive treatment to glucocorticoid replacement to control androgens in adults and pediatric patients 4 years of age and older with classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH) . CRENESSITY is a corticotropin-releasing factor type 1 receptor antagonist indicated as adjunctive treatment to glucocorticoid replacement to control androgens in adults and pediatric patients 4 years of age and… FDA label

Crinecerfont target and mechanism

Molecular targetCRHR1
Target classAntagonist
ModalitySmall molecule

Also known as NBI-74788, Crenessity

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Trial Design

RandomizedDouble-BlindPLACEBO_CONTROLLEDDMC
Total Trials6
Total Enrollment338

FDA Designations

BREAKTHROUGH_THERAPYFAST_TRACKRARE_PEDIATRIC_DISEASEPRIORITY_REVIEWORPHAN_DRUG

Crinecerfont clinical trials

Crinecerfont · 6 trials · 2 indications

Phase 3 2Phase 2 4
NCT04806451Global Safety and Efficacy Registration Study of Crinecerfont in Pediatric Participants With Classic Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (CAHtalyst Pediatric Study)Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia
ACTIVE NOT_RECRUITING103 Analytics
NCT04490915Global Safety and Efficacy Registration Study of Crinecerfont for Congenital Adrenal HyperplasiaCongenital Adrenal Hyperplasia
ACTIVE NOT_RECRUITING182 Analytics
PHASE3ACTIVE NOT_RECRUITING
Global Safety and Efficacy Registration Study of Crinecerfont in Pediatric Participants With Classic Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (CAHtalyst Pediatric Study)
Congenital Adrenal HyperplasiaUnlock trial analytics
PHASE3ACTIVE NOT_RECRUITING
Global Safety and Efficacy Registration Study of Crinecerfont for Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia
Congenital Adrenal HyperplasiaUnlock trial analytics

Study Endpoints

Primary Endpoints

Change From Baseline in Serum Androstenedione at Week 4
Baseline, Week 4

Blood serum samples were collected for the analysis of serum androstenedione concentrations. Least square (LS) mean and standard error (SE) were calculated using analysis of covariance (ANCOVA) model.

Percent Change From Baseline in Glucocorticoid Daily Dose at Week 24
Baseline, Week 24

Least square (LS) mean and standard error (SE) were calculated using analysis of covariance (ANCOVA) model.

Number of Participants With Treatment-emergent Adverse Events (TEAE)
Day 1 up to 28 weeks
Plasma Concentration of Crinecerfont
Days 7 and 15
Percent Change From Baseline to Day 14 in Serum 17-OHP Concentrations (Morning Window Average)
Baseline, Day 14

Percent changes in 17-OHP were assessed through the collection of samples from 0700 hours to 1000 hours (morning window) both prior to study drug administration (i.e., baseline) and after 14 days of study drug dosing. The 2 samples collected during this morning window at each visit were averaged and used to determine the percent change from baseline.

Percent Change From Baseline to Day 14 in 17-hydroxyprogesterone (17-OHP) Morning Window Averages
Baseline and Day 14

Percent changes in 17-OHP were assessed through the collection of samples from 0600 hours to 1000 hours both prior to study drug administration (i.e., at baseline) and after 14 days of study drug dosing. The 3 samples collected during this morning window at each visit were averaged and used to determine the percent change from baseline.

Secondary Endpoints

Change From Baseline in Serum 17-hydroxyprogesterone (17-OHP) at Week 4
Baseline, Week 4
Percent Change From Baseline in Glucocorticoid Daily Dose at Week 28
Baseline, Week 28
Number of Participants Who Achieved a Reduction to Physiologic Glucocorticoid Dose While Maintaining Androstenedione Control at Week 28
Week 28
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Study Design & Arms

AllocationRANDOMIZED
MaskingTRIPLE
ModelPARALLEL
PurposeTREATMENT

Treatment Arms

ArmTypeDescription
CrinecerfontEXPERIMENTALCrinecerfont solution or capsule, administered orally, twice daily for 28 weeks during the placebo-controlled treatment period, followed by active treatment with crinecerfont for at least 24 weeks.
PlaceboPLACEBO_COMPARATORPlacebo solution or capsule, administered orally, twice daily for 28 weeks, followed by active treatment with crinecerfont for at least 24 weeks.
Crinecerfont 50 milligrams (mg) Twice Daily (BID)EXPERIMENTALCrinecerfont administered orally for 14 consecutive days.
Cohort 1 (50 mg QHS)EXPERIMENTALNBI-74788 50 mg once daily at bedtime (QHS) administered orally for 14 consecutive days.
Cohort 2 (100 mg QHS)EXPERIMENTALNBI-74788 100 mg once daily at bedtime (QHS) administered orally for 14 consecutive days.
Cohort 3 (100 mg QPM)EXPERIMENTALNBI-74788 100 mg once daily in the evening (QPM) administered orally for 14 consecutive days.
Cohort 4 (100 mg BID)EXPERIMENTALNBI-74788 100 mg twice daily (BID) administered orally for 14 consecutive days.

Interventions

NameTypeDescription
CrinecerfontDRUGCRF type 1 receptor antagonist
PlaceboDRUGNon-active dosage form
NBI-74788DRUGCapsule, administered daily.
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Eligibility Criteria

Age Range2 Years to 17 Years
SexALL
Healthy VolunteersNo
Study Sites46

Inclusion Criteria: * Be willing and able to adhere to the study procedures, including all requirements at the study center, and return for the follow-up visit. * Have a medically confirmed diagnosis of classic CAH due to 21-hydroxylase deficiency. * Be on a stable steroid regimen. * Have elevated ...

Countries:United StatesBelgiumCanadaFranceGermanyGreeceItalyPolandSpainUnited KingdomAustriaBulgariaCzechiaIsraelNetherlandsPortugalSerbiaSweden
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Recent Changes (Last 90 Days)

LOWSep 16, 2026NCT07536269lastUpdatePostDate: changed
LOWSep 16, 2026NCT07536269lastUpdatePostDate: changed
LOWSep 9, 2026NCT07536269Status: NOT_YET_RECRUITING → RECRUITING
LOWSep 9, 2026NCT07536269Status: NOT_YET_RECRUITING → RECRUITING
LOWAug 28, 2026NCT07187375lastUpdatePostDate: changed
LOWAug 28, 2026NCT07187375lastUpdatePostDate: changed

Frequently asked questions about Crinecerfont

What is Crinecerfont used for?

Crinecerfont is being developed for the treatment of congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH), an endocrine condition. It is being studied in both classic pediatric CAH and adult CAH, including in children less than 4 years old. It has not been approved by the FDA and remains in clinical development.

What does Crinecerfont target?

Crinecerfont targets CRHR1, the corticotropin-releasing hormone receptor 1. It acts as an antagonist at this receptor. By blocking CRHR1, the drug is designed to reduce the signaling that drives excess ACTH production in congenital adrenal hyperplasia.

Who makes Crinecerfont?

Crinecerfont is being developed by Neurocrine Biosciences, Inc., which trades on the Nasdaq under the ticker NBIX. Neurocrine is the sponsor of the clinical program evaluating the drug in congenital adrenal hyperplasia.

What phase is Crinecerfont in?

Crinecerfont is in clinical development, with Phase 2 and Phase 3 trials ongoing. It is investigational and has not been approved by the FDA. The FDA has granted it Breakthrough Therapy, Fast Track, and Rare Pediatric Disease designations for congenital adrenal hyperplasia.

What clinical trials is Crinecerfont in?

Crinecerfont is being studied in four trials. These include NCT07536269 and NCT07187375 in children under 4 and under 2 years old, plus the Phase 3 CAHtalyst Pediatric study NCT04806451 and the Phase 3 adult study NCT04490915. Total enrollment across these trials is 312 participants.

Is Crinecerfont the same as CAHtalyst?

No. Crinecerfont is the drug, while CAHtalyst is the name of the clinical trial program evaluating it. The CAHtalyst Pediatric Study is registered as NCT04806451, and a separate Phase 3 registration study in adults is registered as NCT04490915.