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VX-702

Phase 2

Rheumatoid Arthritis | Small molecule | Immunology |Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated|Last Updated: Dec 7, 2007

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Trial Design

RandomizedDouble-BlindUNCONTROLLED
Total Trials2
Total Enrollment420

FDA Designations

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Clinical trial landscape

VX-702 · 2 trials · 1 indication

Phase 2 2
NCT00395577A Study in Rheumatoid Arthritis With an Investigational Oral p38 MAP Kinase Inhibitor VX-702Rheumatoid Arthritis
COMPLETED120 Analytics
NCT00205478Phase 2 Clinical Study in Rheumatoid Arthritis With an Investigational Oral p38 MAP Kinase Inhibitor VX-702Rheumatoid Arthritis
COMPLETED300 Analytics
PHASE2COMPLETED
A Study in Rheumatoid Arthritis With an Investigational Oral p38 MAP Kinase Inhibitor VX-702
Rheumatoid ArthritisUnlock trial analytics
PHASE2COMPLETED
Phase 2 Clinical Study in Rheumatoid Arthritis With an Investigational Oral p38 MAP Kinase Inhibitor VX-702
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Study Endpoints

Primary Endpoints

To evaluate the effects of VX-702 administered with concomitant methotrexate (MTX), and MTX alone
The primary endpoint for the study is the ACR20 response at Week 12.

Secondary Endpoints

To evaluate the safety and tolerability of VX-702 administered with concomitant MTX, and MTX alone
The ACR50 and ACR70 responses at 12 weeks will also be assessed as well as other measures.
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Study Design & Arms

AllocationRANDOMIZED
MaskingDOUBLE
ModelPARALLEL
PurposeTREATMENT

Interventions

NameTypeDescription
VX-702DRUG -
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Eligibility Criteria

Age Range18 Years to 75 Years
SexALL
Healthy VolunteersNo
Study Sites17

Inclusion Criteria: * Adult patients 18 to 75 years of age with active RA * Must have been taking MTX for at least 6 months * No concurrent DMARD treatment (other than a stable dose of MTX) Exclusion Criteria: * Planned major surgery (e.g., joint replacement) within the duration of the treatment ...

Countries:BulgariaCroatiaPolandRussiaSerbia and MontenegroSloveniaCzechiaSlovakiaUkraine
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Frequently asked questions about VX-702

What is VX-702 used for?

VX-702 is an investigational small molecule being developed for rheumatoid arthritis. It is a p38 MAP kinase inhibitor studied in Phase 2 clinical trials. The drug is not approved and remains in clinical development.

What does VX-702 target?

VX-702 targets p38 MAP kinase, an enzyme involved in inflammatory signaling. By inhibiting this target, the drug is intended to modulate the inflammatory response in rheumatoid arthritis.

Who makes VX-702?

VX-702 is being developed by Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated, a biopharmaceutical company traded on NASDAQ under the ticker VRTX.

What phase is VX-702 in?

VX-702 is in Phase 2 clinical development. Two Phase 2 trials have been completed, and the drug is not yet approved by regulatory authorities.

What clinical trials is VX-702 in?

VX-702 has been studied in two completed Phase 2 trials: NCT00205478 with 300 participants and NCT00395577 with 120 participants, both in rheumatoid arthritis. These trials were conducted in multiple European countries.

Is VX-702 the same as any other drug?

VX-702 is also known by its chemical name as a p38 MAP kinase inhibitor. No alternative brand names have been disclosed for this investigational compound.