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Omalizumab 75

Phase 2

Chronic Urticaria | Small molecule | Dermatology |Novartis AG|Last Updated: Oct 21, 2011

Target and mechanism

Molecular targetIGHE
Target classInhibitor
ModalitySmall molecule

Also known as Omalizumab

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Trial Design

RandomizedDouble-BlindPLACEBO_CONTROLLED
Total Trials1
Total Enrollment49

FDA Designations

No designations recorded

Clinical trial landscape

Omalizumab 75 · 1 trial · 1 indication

Phase 2 1
NCT00481676Efficacy and Safety of Omalizumab in Adults (18-70 Years) With Moderate to Severe Chronic UrticariaChronic Urticaria
COMPLETED49 Analytics
PHASE2COMPLETED
Efficacy and Safety of Omalizumab in Adults (18-70 Years) With Moderate to Severe Chronic Urticaria
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Study Endpoints

Primary Endpoints

Change in the Weekly Urticaria Activity Score (UAS7) From Baseline to the End of the Study (Week 24)
Baseline to end of the study (Week 24)

The UAS is a composite diary-recorded score with numeric severity ratings (0=none to 3=intense) for the number of wheals per 24 hours and the intensity of the pruritus. The total daily score (sum of the wheal and pruritus scores) ranges from 0 to 6. Because of variations in chronic urticaria disease intensity, assessment of disease activity was based on a weekly (7 days) UAS score called UAS7, that is, the sum of the daily UASs, ranging from 0 to 42 per week. A higher score indicates worse disease. A negative change score (Week 24 score minus Baseline score) indicates improvement.

Secondary Endpoints

Number of Patients With Wheals, Erythemas, Pruritus, and Angioedemas at the End of the Study
At the end of the study (Week 24)
Standardized (With Respect to Length of Time) Area Under the Curve (AUC) for the Urticaria Activity Score (UAS) From Baseline to the End of the Study (Week 24)
Baseline to the end of the study (Week 24)
Use of Concomitant and Rescue Medications
At Weeks 4, 8, 12, 16, 20, and 24
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Study Design & Arms

AllocationRANDOMIZED
MaskingQUADRUPLE
ModelPARALLEL
PurposeTREATMENT

Treatment Arms

ArmTypeDescription
Omalizumab 75-375 mgEXPERIMENTALOmalizumab was dosed at 75 to 375 mg according to baseline IgE and body weight as described in dosing tables in the study protocol. Dosing occurred subcutaneously every 2 or 4 weeks depending on dose.
Placebo to omalizumabPLACEBO_COMPARATORPlacebo to omalizumab was dosed at 75 to 375 mg according to baseline IgE and body weight as described in dosing tables in the study protocol. Dosing occurred subcutaneously every 2 or 4 weeks depending on dose.

Interventions

NameTypeDescription
Omalizumab 75-375 mgDRUGOmalizumab was supplied as lyophilized, sterile powder in a single-use, 5 ml vial designed to deliver 150 mg of omalizumab upon reconstitution with 1.4 ml sterile water for injection.
Placebo to omalizumabDRUGPlacebo to omalizumab was supplied as lyophilized, sterile powder in a single-use, 5 ml vial designed to deliver 150 mg placebo to omalizumab upon reconstitution with 1.4 ml sterile water for injection.
LoratadineDRUGAll participants received antihistamines on demand (loratadine and clemastine), as the trial was designed to investigate the effect of omalizumab as an add-on to antihistamines in people with chronic urticaria (CU). Administration of antihistamines is the current gold standard treatment of CU. A significant proportion of people with CU is not well controlled by this standard or by using high doses of antihistamines.
ClemastineDRUGAll participants received antihistamines on demand (loratadine and clemastine), as the trial was designed to investigate the effect of omalizumab as an add-on to antihistamines in people with chronic urticaria (CU). Administration of antihistamines is the current gold standard treatment of CU. A significant proportion of people with CU is not well controlled by this standard or by using high doses of antihistamines.
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Eligibility Criteria

Age Range18 Years to 70 Years
SexALL
Healthy VolunteersNo
Study Sites11

Inclusion criteria: * Males or females from 18-70 years of age * Body weight ≥ 20 kg and ≤ 150 kg and with a total serum IgE level ≥ 30 IU/mL and ≤ 700 IU/mL * Specific serum IgE anti-TPO level ≥ 8.0 IU/mL, documented within 3 months prior to randomization or time of pre-screening * Diagnosis of mo...

Countries:Germany
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Frequently asked questions about Omalizumab 75

What is Omalizumab used for?

Omalizumab is used for persistent allergic asthma, seasonal allergic rhinitis, chronic urticaria, and chronic spontaneous urticaria. It is an investigational therapy in Phase 3 clinical development for these respiratory and allergy-related conditions.

What does Omalizumab target?

Omalizumab is a monoclonal antibody that targets immunoglobulin E (IgE), a key driver of allergic responses. By binding to IgE, it is designed to reduce allergic inflammation associated with conditions like asthma and chronic urticaria.

Who makes Omalizumab?

Omalizumab is developed by Novartis AG, a global healthcare company traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol NVS. The company is conducting clinical trials to evaluate the drug's safety and efficacy.

What phase is Omalizumab in?

Omalizumab is in Phase 3 clinical development. It is an investigational drug, meaning it has not yet been approved by regulatory authorities. Multiple Phase 3 trials have been completed to assess its effects in patients with asthma.

What clinical trials is Omalizumab in?

Omalizumab has been studied in several completed clinical trials, including NCT00046748, which evaluated its efficacy and safety in 484 patients with severe persistent asthma, and NCT00482508, a safety study in 95 patients with poorly controlled asthma. Other trials include NCT01007149 and NCT03727971.

Is Omalizumab the same as Xolair?

Omalizumab is also known by the brand name Xolair. It is a monoclonal antibody developed for allergic conditions such as asthma and chronic urticaria. The drug is being developed by Novartis AG.