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DFD-29

Phase 2

Rosacea | Small molecule | Dermatology |Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Ltd|Last Updated: Mar 1, 2021

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Trial Design

RandomizedDouble-BlindPLACEBO_CONTROLLED
Total Trials1
Total Enrollment205

FDA Designations

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Clinical trial landscape

DFD-29 · 1 trial · 1 indication

Phase 2 1
NCT03340961A Controlled Study to Assess the Efficacy, Safety and Tolerability of Oral DFD-29 Extended Release CapsulesRosacea
COMPLETED205 Analytics
PHASE2COMPLETED
A Controlled Study to Assess the Efficacy, Safety and Tolerability of Oral DFD-29 Extended Release Capsules
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Study Endpoints

Primary Endpoints

Investigator Global Assessment (IGA) 0=Clear, 1=Near Clear, 2=Mild, 3=Moderate, 4=Severe
16 weeks

Proportion of subjects with Investigator Global Assessment (IGA) 'treatment success' - Grade 0 or 1 at the end of study with at least 2 grade reduction from Baseline to Week 16.

Total Inflammatory Lesion Count Reduction
16 Weeks

The total inflammatory lesion count is carried out by visual inspection by the Investigator at every study visit from Screening up to Week 16 (or at early termination). Inflammatory lesions will be recorded on a diagram of a human face, divided in 4 quadrants.

Secondary Endpoints

Median Change in RosaQoL (Rosacea Quality of Life) Score From Baseline to Week 16
Median change in the score from Baseline to Week 16
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Study Design & Arms

AllocationRANDOMIZED
MaskingQUADRUPLE
ModelPARALLEL
PurposeTREATMENT

Treatment Arms

ArmTypeDescription
DFD-29 Extended Release Capsules (40 mg)EXPERIMENTALDFD-29 (minocycline HCl) Extended Release Capsules (40 mg) once per day for 16 weeks.
DFD-29 Extended Release Capsules (20 mg)EXPERIMENTALDFD-29 (minocycline HCl) Extended Release Capsules (20 mg) once per day for 16 weeks.
Oraycea® (doxycycline) CapsulesEXPERIMENTALOraycea® (doxycycline) Modified Release Hard Capsules (40 mg) once per day for 16 weeks.
Placebo CapsulesPLACEBO_COMPARATORPlacebo Capsules once per day for 16 weeks.

Interventions

NameTypeDescription
DFD-29 Extended Release Capsules (40 mg)DRUGOral Treatment
DFD-29 Extended Release Capsules (20 mg)DRUGOral Treatment
Oraycea® (doxycycline) CapsulesDRUGOral Treatment
Placebo CapsulesDRUGOral Treatment
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Eligibility Criteria

Age Range18 Years to N/A
SexALL
Healthy VolunteersNo
Study Sites14

Inclusion Criteria: 1. Subjects must be able to understand the requirements of the study and be willing to give written informed consent. 2. Male and female subjects aged 18 years and above. 3. Subjects, any gender or ethnicity (and of Fitzpatrick skin type I - III), must be in good general health ...

Countries:Germany
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Frequently asked questions about DFD-29

What is DFD-29 used for?

DFD-29 is an investigational small molecule being developed for the treatment of rosacea, a chronic inflammatory skin condition. It is formulated as an extended release oral capsule. The drug is currently in clinical development and has not been approved by regulatory authorities.

What does DFD-29 target?

DFD-29 is a small molecule, but its specific molecular target has not been disclosed. The drug is being studied for its efficacy, safety, and tolerability in patients with rosacea, a condition that involves inflammation and vascular changes in the skin.

Who makes DFD-29?

DFD-29 is being developed by Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Ltd, a pharmaceutical company listed on the stock exchange under the ticker RDY. The company is conducting clinical trials to evaluate the drug's potential as a treatment for rosacea.

What phase is DFD-29 in?

DFD-29 is in Phase 2 clinical development. A Phase 2 trial has been completed, and the drug remains investigational. It has not received FDA approval, and further clinical studies would be needed to establish its safety and efficacy.

What clinical trials is DFD-29 in?

DFD-29 has one completed clinical trial, registered as NCT03340961. This Phase 2 study assessed the efficacy, safety, and tolerability of oral DFD-29 extended release capsules in 205 participants with rosacea. The trial was randomized, double-blind, and placebo-controlled, and was conducted in Germany.

Is DFD-29 the same as other rosacea treatments?

DFD-29 is a distinct investigational drug developed by Dr. Reddy's Laboratories. It is not known to be the same as any other marketed rosacea treatment. Its unique formulation as an extended release oral capsule differentiates it from topical therapies commonly used for rosacea.