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PL8177

Phase 2

Ulcerative Colitis | Small molecule | Gastrointestinal |Palatin Technologies, Inc.|Last Updated: Mar 5, 2025

Target and mechanism

Molecular targetmelanocortin-1 receptor
Target classReceptor
ModalitySmall molecule

Success Probability

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Trial Design

RandomizedDouble-BlindPLACEBO_CONTROLLEDDMC
Total Trials1
Total Enrollment16

FDA Designations

No designations recorded

Clinical trial landscape

PL8177 · 1 trial · 4 indications

Phase 2 1
NCT05466890Phase 2a to Evaluate PL-8177 in Subjects with Active Ulcerative Colitis (UC)Ulcerative Colitis
ACTIVE NOT_RECRUITING16 Analytics
PHASE2ACTIVE NOT_RECRUITING
Phase 2a to Evaluate PL-8177 in Subjects with Active Ulcerative Colitis (UC)
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Study Endpoints

Primary Endpoints

To evaluate the safety and tolerability of PL8177 compared to placebo in patients with active UC.
Baseline through Study Completion (Week 12).

Adverse events (AEs) will be collected from the time of signing the informed consent form (ICF). All subjects who are randomized will be monitored for AEs until the time they leave the study.

To compare the proportion of subjects achieving Mayo Endoscopic Subscore of ≤ 1 point (0 or 1) between PL8177 and placebo after 8 weeks of treatment.
Time Frame: Mayo Endoscopic Subscore will be evaluated at Week 8.

Efficacy will be determined through the use of the Mayo Endoscopic Subscore.

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Study Design & Arms

AllocationRANDOMIZED
MaskingTRIPLE
ModelPARALLEL
PurposeTREATMENT

Treatment Arms

ArmTypeDescription
PL8177EXPERIMENTALPL8177 will be given orally and daily from baseline until end of study.
PlaceboPLACEBO_COMPARATORApproximately 1/4 of randomized patients will receive matching placebo as means of comparison to active treatment PL8177.

Interventions

NameTypeDescription
PL8177 PlaceboDRUGApproximately 1/4 of randomized patients will receive matching placebo as means of comparison to active treatment PL8177.
PL8177DRUGApproximately 3/4 of randomized patients will receive active PL8177.
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Eligibility Criteria

Age Range18 Years to 75 Years
SexALL
Healthy VolunteersNo
Study Sites14

Inclusion Criteria: * Age ≥18 to ≤75 years of age at Screening. * Has a history of UC diagnosis prior to screening; confirmed by endoscopic and histologic evidence in the subject chart. If the historical evidence is not available, then endoscopic and histologic evidence can be confirmed during the ...

Countries:United States
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Frequently asked questions about PL8177

What is PL8177 used for in ulcerative colitis?

PL8177 is an investigational small molecule being studied for the treatment of ulcerative colitis, including acute ulcerative colitis and ulcerative colitis flare. It is currently in Phase 2 clinical development and has not been approved by the FDA.

What does PL8177 target?

PL8177 targets the melanocortin-1 receptor, a receptor involved in modulating inflammatory responses. By acting on this receptor, the drug is being evaluated for its potential to treat ulcerative colitis, though its exact mechanism in this condition is still under investigation.

Who makes PL8177?

PL8177 is being developed by Palatin Technologies, Inc., a biopharmaceutical company traded on the NYSE American under the ticker PTN. The company is conducting clinical trials to evaluate the drug's safety and efficacy in patients with ulcerative colitis.

What phase is PL8177 in?

PL8177 is in Phase 2 clinical development. It is currently being evaluated in a Phase 2a trial for active ulcerative colitis. The drug is investigational and has not received FDA approval for any indication.

What clinical trials is PL8177 in?

PL8177 is being studied in one active clinical trial, NCT05466890, a Phase 2a study in subjects with active ulcerative colitis. This randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial has an enrollment of 16 participants and is being conducted in the United States.

Is PL8177 the same as PL-8177?

Yes, PL8177 is also referred to as PL-8177. The clinical trial NCT05466890 uses the name PL-8177 in its title, and both names refer to the same investigational drug being developed by Palatin Technologies for ulcerative colitis.