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QBX258

Phase 2

Asthma | Small molecule | Respiratory |Novartis AG|Last Updated: Aug 1, 2016

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Trial Design

RandomizedDouble-BlindPLACEBO_CONTROLLED
Total Trials1
Total Enrollment65

FDA Designations

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Clinical trial landscape

QBX258 · 1 trial · 1 indication

Phase 2 1
NCT01479595A Study to Establish the Efficacy of QBX258 in Patients With Moderate to Severe AsthmaAsthma
COMPLETED65 Analytics
PHASE2COMPLETED
A Study to Establish the Efficacy of QBX258 in Patients With Moderate to Severe Asthma
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Study Endpoints

Primary Endpoints

Change From Baseline in Asthma Control Questionnaire (ACQ) Score
Baseline and 12 weeks

The ACQ consists of 7 questions assessing symptoms, rescue medication use and lung function. Except for lung function (FEV1), each question was scored on a 7-point scale where 0 = no impairment and 6 = maximum impairment. Scores ranged between 0 totally controlled to 6 (severely uncontrolled). Participants with a score below 1.0 are considered to have adequately controlled asthma. Participants with a score above 1.0 were considered not to be well controlled. A negative change from baseline indicates improvement.

Secondary Endpoints

Change in Forced Expiratory Volume in One Second (FEV1)
Baseline and 12 weeks
Change in Asthma Quality of Life Questionnaire (AQLQ) Score
Baseline and 12 weeks
Morning and Evening Peak Expiratory Flow (PEF) Rate
Baseline and 12 weeks
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Study Design & Arms

AllocationRANDOMIZED
MaskingQUADRUPLE
ModelPARALLEL
PurposeTREATMENT

Treatment Arms

ArmTypeDescription
QBX258EXPERIMENTALParticipants received QBX258 intravenous (iv) infusion every 4 weeks for up to 4 doses total.
PlaceboPLACEBO_COMPARATORParticipants received placebo to QBX258 iv infusion every 4 weeks for up to 4 doses total.

Interventions

NameTypeDescription
QBX258DRUGQBX258 infusion, a combination of VAK694 and QAX576, was supplied to the Investigator as open label bulk medication. The planned dose of VAK694 (lyophilisate in vial, 150 mg/vial), was 3 mg/kg. The planned dose of QAX576 (lyophilisate in vial, 150 mg/vial), was 6 mg/kg.
PlaceboDRUGThe placebo infusion was an equal volume of 5% dextrose for infusion and was provided by the clinical site.
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Eligibility Criteria

Age Range18 Years to 65 Years
SexALL
Healthy VolunteersNo
Study Sites20

Inclusion Criteria: * Patients with atopic asthma \>1 year duration diagnosed according to the GINA guidelines. * Subjects must weigh at least 50 kg to participate in the study, and must have a body mass index (BMI) within the range of 18 - 39 kg/m2. * Asthma which is not adequately controlled on c...

Countries:United StatesGermanyUnited Kingdom
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Frequently asked questions about QBX258

What is QBX258 used for?

QBX258 is an investigational small molecule being developed for the treatment of moderate to severe asthma. It is a respiratory therapeutic that has been studied in a Phase 2 clinical trial. The drug is not approved and remains in clinical development.

Who makes QBX258?

QBX258 is being developed by Novartis AG, a multinational pharmaceutical company traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol NVS. The company sponsored a Phase 2 clinical trial of QBX258 in patients with moderate to severe asthma.

What phase is QBX258 in?

QBX258 is in Phase 2 clinical development. A Phase 2 trial of QBX258 in moderate to severe asthma has been completed. The drug is investigational and has not been approved by regulatory authorities.

What clinical trials is QBX258 in?

QBX258 has been studied in one completed Phase 2 clinical trial, registered as NCT01479595, titled "A Study to Establish the Efficacy of QBX258 in Patients With Moderate to Severe Asthma." The trial enrolled 65 participants in the United States, Germany, and the United Kingdom.

Was the QBX258 Phase 2 trial randomized and blinded?

Yes, the Phase 2 clinical trial of QBX258 was a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study. It enrolled 65 adult patients aged 18 years and older with moderate to severe asthma. The trial was conducted at sites in the United States, Germany, and the United Kingdom.