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Tropifexor

Phase 2

Non-alcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH) | Small molecule | Metabolic |Novartis AG|Last Updated: Apr 29, 2022

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Trial Design

RandomizedDouble-BlindCONTROLLEDDMC
Total Trials1
Total Enrollment193

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Clinical trial landscape

Tropifexor · 1 trial · 1 indication

Phase 2 1
NCT03517540Study of Safety, Tolerability, and Efficacy of a Combination Treatment of LJN452 and CVC in Adult Patients With NASH and Liver FibrosisNon-alcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)
COMPLETED193 Analytics
PHASE2COMPLETED
Study of Safety, Tolerability, and Efficacy of a Combination Treatment of LJN452 and CVC in Adult Patients With NASH and Liver Fibrosis
Non-alcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)Unlock trial analytics

Study Endpoints

Primary Endpoints

Number of Participants With Adverse Events
AEs were collected from first dose of study treatment until end of study treatment at week 48 and then up to maximum duration of 66 weeks

Occurrence of adverse events and serious adverse events Adverse Events (AEs) are any untoward sign or symptom that occurs during the study treatment and then up to 66 weeks

Secondary Endpoints

Proportion of Participants Who Have at Least a One Point Improvement in Fibrosis
baseline to 48 Weeks
Proportion of Participants With Resolution of Steatohepatitis
baseline to 48 weeks
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Study Design & Arms

AllocationRANDOMIZED
MaskingTRIPLE
ModelPARALLEL
PurposeTREATMENT

Treatment Arms

ArmTypeDescription
Arm A: Tropifexor (LJN452) - Dose 1EXPERIMENTALtropifexor 140 mcg, once daily; given orally
Arm B: Cenicriviroc (CVC)EXPERIMENTALCVC 150 mg, once daily; given orally
Arm C: Tropifexor (LJN452) Dose 1 + CVCEXPERIMENTALtropifexor 140 mcg + CVC 150 mg, once daily; given orally
Arm D: Tropifexor Dose 2 + CVCEXPERIMENTALtropifexor 90 mcg + CVC 150 mg, once daily; given orally

Interventions

NameTypeDescription
Tropifexor (LJN452)DRUGComparison with monotherapy and different combination doses
Cenicriviroc (CVC)DRUGComparison with monotherapy and different combination doses
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Eligibility Criteria

Age Range18 Years to N/A
SexALL
Healthy VolunteersNo
Study Sites65

Inclusion Criteria: Written informed consent Male and female patients 18 years or older (at the time of the screening visit). Patients must weigh at least 50 kg (110 lb) and no more than 200 kg (440 lb) to participate in the study. Able to communicate well with the investigator, to understand and ...

Countries:United StatesArgentinaBelgiumCanadaCzechiaEgyptFranceGermanyIndiaIsraelItalyLatviaRussiaSingaporeSpainTurkey (Türkiye)United Kingdom
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Frequently asked questions about Tropifexor

What is Tropifexor used for in NASH?

Tropifexor is an investigational small molecule being developed for Non-alcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH), a metabolic liver condition. It is not approved and remains in clinical development. A Phase 2 trial evaluated its safety, tolerability, and efficacy in adult patients with NASH and liver fibrosis.

Who makes Tropifexor?

Tropifexor is being developed by Novartis AG, a global healthcare company traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker NVS. The drug is an investigational small molecule for Non-alcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH) and has not received regulatory approval.

What phase is Tropifexor in?

Tropifexor is in Phase 2 clinical development. It is an investigational small molecule for Non-alcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH) and is not FDA approved. The Phase 2 trial has been completed, and the drug remains under investigation for this metabolic condition.

What clinical trials is Tropifexor in?

Tropifexor was studied in a completed Phase 2 trial with the identifier NCT03517540, titled "Study of Safety, Tolerability, and Efficacy of a Combination Treatment of LJN452 and CVC in Adult Patients With NASH and Liver Fibrosis." The trial enrolled 193 participants across multiple countries, including the United States, Argentina, Belgium, and Canada.

Is Tropifexor the same as LJN452?

Tropifexor is also known as LJN452, as indicated by the clinical trial title referencing LJN452. The Phase 2 trial NCT03517540 evaluated a combination treatment of LJN452 (Tropifexor) and CVC in adult patients with NASH and liver fibrosis.