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AstroRx

Phase 1

ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis) | Monoclonal antibody | Neurology |NewcelX Ltd.|Last Updated: Jan 15, 2021

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Trial Design

UNCONTROLLEDDMCBiomarker
Total Trials1
Total Enrollment16

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Clinical trial landscape

AstroRx · 1 trial · 1 indication

Phase 1 1
NCT03482050A Study to Evaluate Transplantation of Astrocytes Derived From Human Embryonic Stem Cells, in Patients With Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis)
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A Study to Evaluate Transplantation of Astrocytes Derived From Human Embryonic Stem Cells, in Patients With Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)
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Study Endpoints

Primary Endpoints

Number of participants with treatment emergent adverse events as assessed by CTCAE Version 4.03
11 Months

Safety and tolerability assessment will be based on treatment emerged adverse events

Secondary Endpoints

Change in the ALS functional rating scale
11 Months
Change in predicted slow vital capacity (%SVC)
11 Months
Change in muscle strength grading by JAMAR grip strength
11 Months
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Study Design & Arms

AllocationNA
MaskingNONE
ModelSEQUENTIAL
PurposeTREATMENT

Treatment Arms

ArmTypeDescription
AstroRxEXPERIMENTAL -

Interventions

NameTypeDescription
AstroRxBIOLOGICALAstrocytes derived from human embryonic stem cells
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Eligibility Criteria

Age Range18 Years to 70 Years
SexALL
Healthy VolunteersNo
Study Sites1

Main Inclusion Criteria: 1. El Escorial criteria for probable or definite ALS 2. Males and and non pregnant females between 18 and 70 years of age 3. Patients with an ALS-FRS-R score of at least 30 with an ALS diagnosis of two years or less 4. No history of active psychiatric disorder. Patients rec...

Countries:Israel
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Frequently asked questions about AstroRx

What is AstroRx used for in ALS?

AstroRx is an investigational cell therapy being studied for the treatment of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS). It is currently in Phase 1 clinical development and has not been approved by regulatory authorities. The therapy is being evaluated for its safety and potential effects in patients with ALS.

Who is developing AstroRx?

AstroRx is being developed by NewcelX Ltd., a biopharmaceutical company. The company is conducting clinical research to evaluate the therapy for the treatment of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS). NewcelX Ltd. is the sponsor of the ongoing clinical development program for AstroRx.

What phase is AstroRx in?

AstroRx is currently in Phase 1 clinical development. A Phase 1 clinical trial has been completed to evaluate the therapy in patients with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS). The therapy remains investigational and has not received regulatory approval for commercial use.

What clinical trials is AstroRx in?

AstroRx has been evaluated in a Phase 1 clinical trial with the identifier NCT03482050. The trial was a study to evaluate transplantation of astrocytes derived from human embryonic stem cells in patients with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS). The study was conducted in Israel and enrolled 16 participants.

Is AstroRx a monoclonal antibody?

AstroRx is classified as a cell therapy, not a monoclonal antibody. It involves the transplantation of astrocytes derived from human embryonic stem cells. The therapy is being investigated for its potential to treat Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) by replacing or supporting damaged cells in the nervous system.