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ARS-1

Phase 2

Urticaria | Small molecule | Dermatology |ARS Pharmaceuticals, Inc.|Last Updated: Jul 14, 2026

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Trial Design

RandomizedCONTROLLED
Total Trials1
Total Enrollment21

FDA Designations

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Clinical trial landscape

ARS-1 · 2 trials · 2 indications

Phase 2 2
NCT05363670Administration of ARS-1 or Albuterol in Subjects With Persistent AsthmaAsthma
COMPLETED18 Analytics
NCT05496465Safety and Efficacy of Intranasal Epinephrine After Administration of ARS -1 in Subjects With Frequent Urticaria FlaresUrticaria
COMPLETED21 Analytics
PHASE2COMPLETED
Administration of ARS-1 or Albuterol in Subjects With Persistent Asthma
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PHASE2COMPLETED
Safety and Efficacy of Intranasal Epinephrine After Administration of ARS -1 in Subjects With Frequent Urticaria Flares
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Study Endpoints

Primary Endpoints

Effect of ARS-1 Versus Albuterol and Placebo
From baseline (timepoints 0) to 1 hour

Difference in forced expiratory volume in 1 second (FEV1) based on area under the curve (AUC)

Effect of ARS-1 Versus Placebo Based on a Patient Reported Pruritus/Hive Score
UAS score at 120 (± 10 min) minutes after dosing.

Assess time to effect and duration of effect on acute flares associated with urticaria based on a patient reported pruritus/hive score, from 0 (none) to 3 (severe) for itch and hive using Uniform Assessment System (UAS) as below: Severity Score Amount of Itch Itch Severity 0 None None 1. Mild Easily tolerated 2. Moderate Bothersome but tolerable 3. Intense Difficult to tolerate Hive Severity Score Number of Hives 0 None 1. 1-6 2. 7-12 3. \>12

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Study Design & Arms

AllocationRANDOMIZED
MaskingNONE
ModelCROSSOVER
PurposeTREATMENT

Treatment Arms

ArmTypeDescription
Sequence 1ACTIVE_COMPARATORARS 2mg: albuterol: Placebo: ARS 1mg
Sequence 2ACTIVE_COMPARATORARS 1mg: Placebo: albuterol: ARS 2mg

Interventions

NameTypeDescription
ARS-1 1 mgDRUGARS-1 1 mg
Albuterol MDIDRUG180 mcg
PlaceboDRUGPlacebo
ARS-1 2mgDRUGARS-1 2mg
ARS-1DRUGA single treatment of ARS-1 1mg, 2 mg or placebo
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Eligibility Criteria

Age Range12 Years to 65 Years
SexALL
Healthy VolunteersNo
Study Sites4

Inclusion Criteria: * 1\. Is a male or female subject between the ages of 12 and 65 years, inclusive. * 2\. Asthma that has been stable for at least four weeks prior to screening as defined by clinical history. * 3\. Reversible bronchoconstriction. * 4\. Has body weight more than 30 kilogram (kg) a...

Countries:United States
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Frequently asked questions about ARS-1

What is ARS-1 used for?

ARS-1 is an investigational small molecule being studied for the treatment of asthma, urticaria, and upper respiratory tract infection. It is developed by ARS Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ: SPRY) and is currently in Phase 2 clinical development for these respiratory and allergic conditions.

What does ARS-1 target?

The specific molecular target of ARS-1 has not been disclosed. The drug is being studied for its effects in conditions such as asthma, urticaria, and upper respiratory tract infection, but its mechanism of action has not been publicly detailed.

Who makes ARS-1?

ARS-1 is being developed by ARS Pharmaceuticals, Inc., a biopharmaceutical company traded on NASDAQ under the ticker symbol SPRY. The company is conducting clinical trials to evaluate the drug's safety and efficacy in respiratory and allergic conditions.

What phase is ARS-1 in?

ARS-1 is in Phase 2 clinical development. It has completed three clinical trials, including one Phase 1 study and two Phase 2 studies, with a total enrollment of 21 participants across the trials. The drug is not yet approved and remains investigational.

What clinical trials is ARS-1 in?

ARS-1 has been studied in three completed trials: NCT04930900, a Phase 1 pharmacokinetic study in subjects with upper respiratory tract infection; NCT05363670, a Phase 2 study of ARS-1 or albuterol in subjects with persistent asthma; and NCT05496465, a Phase 2 safety and efficacy study in subjects with frequent urticaria flares.

Is ARS-1 the same as epinephrine?

ARS-1 is not the same as epinephrine, but it is being studied as an intranasal formulation of epinephrine. Clinical trials have evaluated the safety and efficacy of intranasal epinephrine after administration of ARS-1 in subjects with frequent urticaria flares, indicating the drug contains epinephrine as its active ingredient.