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QGE031

Phase 2

Asthma | Small molecule | Respiratory |Novartis AG|Last Updated: Jan 5, 2021

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Trial Design

RandomizedDouble-BlindPLACEBO_CONTROLLED
Total Trials1
Total Enrollment471

FDA Designations

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Clinical trial landscape

QGE031 · 5 trials · 5 indications

Phase 2 3Phase 1 2
NCT02477332Dose-finding Study of QGE031 as add-on Therapy to Evaluate Efficacy and Safety in Patients With CSUChronic Spontaneous Urticaria
COMPLETED382 Analytics
NCT01716754Efficacy and Safety of QGE031versus Placebo and Omalizumab in Patients Aged 18-75 Years With AsthmaAsthma
COMPLETED471 Analytics
NCT01552629A Study Evaluating the Safety and Efficacy of QGE031 in Atopic Dermatitis PatientsAtopic Dermatitis
COMPLETED22 Analytics
PHASE2COMPLETED
Dose-finding Study of QGE031 as add-on Therapy to Evaluate Efficacy and Safety in Patients With CSU
Chronic Spontaneous UrticariaUnlock trial analytics
PHASE2COMPLETED
Efficacy and Safety of QGE031versus Placebo and Omalizumab in Patients Aged 18-75 Years With Asthma
AsthmaUnlock trial analytics
PHASE2COMPLETED
A Study Evaluating the Safety and Efficacy of QGE031 in Atopic Dermatitis Patients
Atopic DermatitisUnlock trial analytics

Study Endpoints

Primary Endpoints

Percentage of Participants With Complete Hives Response (HSS7=0)
Week 12

The primary objective was to establish the dose-response relationship of ligelizumab (24, 72 and 240 mg every 4 weeks) with respect to achievement of complete hives response (HSS7=0) at Week 12 and select an appropriate dose (or range of doses) which is likely to be superior to omalizumab at the highest approved dose (300 mg every 4 weeks). Hives Severity Score (HSS) is on a scale of 0 to 3. A weekly score (HSS7) is derived by adding up the average daily scores of the preceding 7 days, with a possible range of 0 - 21. Hives Severity Score scale: 0 - None 1. \- Mild (1-6 hives/12 hours) 2. \- Moderate (7-12 hives/12 hours) 3. \- Severe (\>12 hives/12 hours) To confirm an overall dose-response signal based on MCP-Mod, and to estimate the minimal ligelizumab dose that shows a relevant superior effect over omalizumab, based on the selected dose response model, the lowest ligelizumab dose that provides a response rate 15% higher than the response of omalizumab 300 mg.

Percentage of QGE031 Participants With Clinically Important Improvement of <= -0.5 in the Asthma Control Questionnaire 7 (ACQ-7) Score Compared to Placebo
Week 16

The ACQ-7 measures asthma symptom control and consisted of 7 items: 5 on symptom assessment, 1 on rescue bronchodilator use and 1 on airway caliber (FEV1 % predicted). All 7 questions of the ACQ were equally weighted. Items 1-6 scored along a 7-point response scale, where 0 = good controlled and 6 = poor controlled. The 7th item on % predicted FEV1 (pre-bronchodilator) was scored by clinic staff on a 7-point scale (0 - \> 95%; 1 - 90-95%; 2 - 80-89%; 3 - 70-79%; 4 - 60-69%; 5 - 50-59%; 6 - \< 50%). The average score of the 7 questions was calculated as the sum of scores divided by the number of questions that were answered by the participants, as long as there were at least 6 questions answered and the missing items were neither question 1 nor question 7.

Change in Eczema Area and Severity Index(EASI)
baseline, 12 weeks

Efficacy response will be assessed using EASI.

Change in the concentration of inhaled allergen that elicits a 15% fall in the forced expiratory volume in one second (FEV1)
Baseline, 12 weeks
Number of Patients with Adverse Events
Day 113

Adverse events will be determined by evaluating clinical, laboratory evaluations, impact on vital signs and impacts on ECGs and other safety assessments.

Secondary Endpoints

Complete Hives Response (HSS7=0) Rate at Week 12 Measured Over 7 Days
Week 12
Change From Baseline in Hives Severity Score (HSS7) at Week 12 Measured Over 7 Days
Week 12
HSS7=0 Response: at Week 20 Measured Over 7 Days
Week 20
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Study Design & Arms

AllocationRANDOMIZED
MaskingTRIPLE
ModelPARALLEL
PurposeTREATMENT

Treatment Arms

ArmTypeDescription
QGE031 24 mg s.c. q4wEXPERIMENTALligelizumab 24 mg injection subcutaneous every 4 weeks
QGE031 72 mg s.c. q4wEXPERIMENTALligelizumab 72 mg injection subcutaneous every 4 weeks
QGE031 240 mg s.c. q4wEXPERIMENTALligelizumab 240 mg injection subcutaneous every 4 weeks
Omalizumab 300 mg s.c. q4wACTIVE_COMPARATORomalizumab 300 mg injection subcutaneous every 4 weeks
Placebo s.c. q4wPLACEBO_COMPARATORplacebo injection subcutaneous every 4 weeks
QGE031 120 mg s.c. s.d.EXPERIMENTALligelizumab 120 mg injection subcutaneous single dose
QGE031 240 mg every 2 weeks (q2w)EXPERIMENTALParticipants received QGE031 240 mg subcutaneously (s.c.) q2w for 16 weeks.
QGE031 240 mg q4wEXPERIMENTALParticipants received QGE031 240 mg s.c. q4w for 16 weeks.
QGE031 180 mg q2wEXPERIMENTALParticipants received QGE031 180 mg s.c. q2w for 16 weeks.
QGE031 120 mg q2wEXPERIMENTALParticipants received QGE031 120 mg s.c. q2w for 16 weeks.
QGE031 36 mg q2wEXPERIMENTALParticipants received QGE031 36 mg s.c. q2w for 16 weeks.
QGE031 12 mg q2wEXPERIMENTALParticipants received QGE031 12 mg s.c. q2w for 16 weeks.
Omalizumab (as per locally approved dosing table)ACTIVE_COMPARATORParticipants received omalizumab as per locally approved dosing table s.c. q2w or q4w for 16 weeks.
Placebo to QGE031 240 mg q2wPLACEBO_COMPARATORParticipants received matching placebo to QGE031 240 mg s.c. q2w for 16 weeks.
Placebo to QGE031 240 mg q4wPLACEBO_COMPARATORParticipants received placebo to QGE031 240 mg s.c. q2w for 16 weeks.
Placebo to QGE031 180 mg q2wPLACEBO_COMPARATORParticipants received QGE031 180 mg s.c. q2w for 16 weeks.
Placebo to QGE031 120 mg q2wPLACEBO_COMPARATORParticipants received QGE031 120 mg s.c. q2w for 16 weeks.
Placebo to QGE031 36 mg q2wPLACEBO_COMPARATORParticipants received QGE031 36 mg s.c. q2w for 16 weeks.
Placebo to QGE031 12 mg q2wPLACEBO_COMPARATORParticipants received QGE031 12 mg s.c. q2w for 16 weeks.
Placebo to omalizumabPLACEBO_COMPARATORParticipants received placebo to omalizumab s.c. q2w or q4w for 16 weeks.
Group 1 QGE031EXPERIMENTALQGE031 will be administered as a subcutaneous dose q2 weeks
Group 2 PlaceboPLACEBO_COMPARATORA QGE031 matched placebo will be administered as a subcutaneous dose q2 weeks
Group 3 Cyclosporine AEXPERIMENTALCyclosporine A will be administered (as per label) for atopic dermatitis.
QGE031EXPERIMENTALDuring the 10-week treatment period, participants will receive a dose of study drug subcutaneously once every two weeks (total of six doses). Three dose levels of QGE031 will be offered during the study: low, medium, and high. Participants will be randomized to receive one of these dose levels for all dosing visits.
omalizumabACTIVE_COMPARATORDuring the 10-week treatment period, participants will receive a dose of study drug subcutaneously once every two weeks (total of six doses) or once every four weeks (total of three doses). The dose that a participant receives will depend upon the participant's body weight and IgE level; dosage will be determined based upon local omalizumab dosing charts.
placeboPLACEBO_COMPARATORDuring the 10-week treatment period, participants will receive a dose of study drug subcutaneously once every two weeks (total of six doses).
QGE031 Dose 1EXPERIMENTALQGE031 Dose 1: subcutaneous injection, single dose
QGE031 Dose 2EXPERIMENTALQGE031 Dose 2: subcutaneous injection, single dose
QGE031 Dose 3EXPERIMENTALQGE031 Dose 3: subcutaneous injection, single dose

Interventions

NameTypeDescription
QGE031BIOLOGICAL -
OmalizumabBIOLOGICAL -
PlaceboOTHER -
Cyclosporine ADRUG -
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Eligibility Criteria

Age Range18 Years to 75 Years
SexALL
Healthy VolunteersNo
Study Sites82

Inclusion Criteria: * Diagnosis of chronic spontaneous urticaria for at least 6 months * Diagnosis of chronic spontaneous urticaria refractory to standard of care at time of randomization Exclusion Criteria: * Clearly defined underlying etiology for chronic urticaria other than chronic spontaneou...

Countries:United StatesAustraliaCanadaGermanyGreeceJapanRussiaSpainTaiwanUnited KingdomArgentinaCzechiaFinlandFranceGuatemalaHungaryIndiaIsraelItalyMexicoPanamaPolandPortugalRomaniaSingaporeSlovakiaSouth AfricaSouth KoreaTurkey (Türkiye)AustriaSweden
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Frequently asked questions about QGE031

What is QGE031 used for?

QGE031 is an investigational drug being studied for chronic spontaneous urticaria, asthma, allergic asthma, allergy, and atopic dermatitis. It is being developed by Novartis AG for respiratory and allergic conditions. As of now, QGE031 is in clinical development and has not been approved by regulatory authorities.

What does QGE031 target?

QGE031 is a small molecule being developed by Novartis AG. The specific molecular target of QGE031 has not been disclosed in available information. It is being studied for conditions such as asthma, allergic asthma, allergy, atopic dermatitis, and chronic spontaneous urticaria.

Who makes QGE031?

QGE031 is being developed by Novartis AG, a multinational pharmaceutical company listed on the stock exchange under the ticker symbol NVS. Novartis is conducting clinical trials to evaluate the safety and efficacy of QGE031 in various allergic and respiratory conditions.

What phase is QGE031 in?

QGE031 is in Phase 1 and Phase 2 clinical trials. It is an investigational drug and has not been approved by the FDA or other regulatory agencies. Clinical trials are ongoing to evaluate its safety and efficacy for conditions like asthma, allergic asthma, and atopic dermatitis.

What clinical trials is QGE031 in?

QGE031 has been studied in several clinical trials, including NCT01552629 for atopic dermatitis, NCT01596712 for allergy in Japanese subjects, NCT01703312 for allergic asthma, and NCT01716754 for asthma. These trials have been completed and involved a total of 471 participants.

Is QGE031 the same as omalizumab?

QGE031 is not the same as omalizumab. In clinical trials, QGE031 has been compared to omalizumab to evaluate its efficacy. For example, NCT01703312 compared QGE031 to omalizumab in patients with allergic asthma, and NCT01716754 compared QGE031 to placebo and omalizumab in asthma patients.