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Niemann-Pick Disease, Type CPhase 2NCT03759639

N-Acetyl-L-Leucine for Niemann-Pick Disease, Type C (NPC)

A Phase 2 study testing IB1001 in people with Niemann-Pick Disease, Type C, run by IntraBio Inc at 9 sites in 5 countries.

Completed

Finished. The study has ended and is not enrolling. Results may be posted on the official record.

Official record
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Trial summary

This is a multinational, multicenter, open-label, rater-blinded prospective Phase II study which will assess the safety and efficacy of N-Acetyl-L-Leucine (IB1001) for the treatment of Niemann-Pick type C disease (NPC). There are two phases to this study: the Parent Study, and the Extension Phase. Read more about this study

Who is it for?
Ages 6 years and older
Conditions the study is for
Niemann-Pick Disease, Type C
What is being tested?
IB1001
Type of treatment
Pill or oral medicine
Could I receive a placebo?
No, everyone receives an active treatment
How many people
33 participants
Where
9 sitesin 5 countries
Study dates
4 Sep 2019to 7 Nov 2022
Phase
Phase 2
Are there results?
Yes, posted in the registrySummary in the doctors' view

Key requirements

Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.

  • Ages 6 years and older
  • All sexes
  • No healthy volunteers
  • Child, Adult, Older adult

Who may be able to join

  • Individuals who meet all of the following criteria are eligible to participate in the study:
  • Written informed consent signed by the patient and/or their legal representative/ parent
  • Male or female aged ≥6 years in Europe OR ≥18 years in the United States with a confirmed diagnosis of NPC at the time of signing informed consent. Patients must have clinical features of NPC and a positive genetic test for mutations in both copies of NPC1 or in both copies of NPC2.
  • Females of childbearing potential, defined as a premenopausal female capable of becoming pregnant, will be included if they are either sexually inactive (sexually abstinent for 14 days prior to the first dose continuing through 28 days after the last dose) or using one of the following highly effective contraceptives (i.e. results in <1% failure rate when used consistently and correctly) 14 days prior to the first dose continuing through 28 days after the last dose:
  • intrauterine device (IUD);
  • surgical sterilization of the partner (vasectomy for 6 months minimum);
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  • combined (estrogen or progestogen containing) hormonal contraception associated with the inhibition of ovulation (either oral, intravaginal, or transdermal);
  • progestogen only hormonal contraception associated with the inhibition of ovulation (either oral, injectable, or implantable);
  • intrauterine hormone releasing system (IUS);
  • bilateral tubal occlusion.
  • Females of non-childbearing potential must have undergone one of the following sterilization procedures at least 6 months prior to the first dose:
  • hysteroscopic sterilization;
  • bilateral tubal ligation or bilateral salpingectomy;
  • hysterectomy;
  • bilateral oophorectomy;
  • OR
  • be postmenopausal with amenorrhea for at least 1 year prior to the first dose and follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) serum levels consistent with postmenopausal status. FSH analysis for postmenopausal women will be done at screening. FSH levels should be in the postmenopausal range as determined by the central laboratory.
  • Non-vasectomized male patient agrees to use a condom with spermicide or abstain from sexual intercourse during the study until 90 days beyond the last dose of study medication and the female partner agrees to comply with inclusion criteria 3 or 4. For a vasectomized male who has had his vasectomy 6 months or more prior to study start, it is required that they use a condom during sexual intercourse. A male who has been vasectomized less than 6 months prior to study start must follow the same restrictions as a non-vasectomized male.
  • If male, patient agrees not to donate sperm from the first dose until 90 days after dosing.
  • Patients must fall within:
  • A Scale for the Assessment and Rating of Ataxia (SARA) score of 5 ≤ X ≤ 33 points (out of 40) AND i. Within the 2-7 range (out of 0-8 range) of the Gait subtest of the SARA scale OR ii. Be able to perform the 9 Hole Peg Test with Dominant Hand (9HPT-D) (Scale for Spinocerebellar Ataxia Functional Index [SCAFI] subtest) in 20 ≤ X ≤150 seconds.
  • Weight ≥15 kg at screening.
  • Patients are willing to disclose their existing medications/therapies for (the symptoms) of NPC, including those on the prohibited medication list. Non-prohibited medications/therapies (e.g. miglustat, concomitant speech therapy, and physiotherapy) are permitted provided:
  • The Investigator does not believe the medication/therapy will interfere with the study protocol/results
  • Patients have been on a stable dose/duration and type of therapy for at least 6 weeks before Visit 1 (Baseline 1)
  • Patients are willing to maintain a stable dose/do not change their therapy throughout the duration of the study.
  • An understanding of the implications of study participation, provided in the written patient information and informed consent by patients or their legal representative/parent, and demonstrates a willingness to comply with instructions and attend required study visits (for children this criterion will also be assessed in parents or appointed guardians).

Who cannot join

  • Individuals who meet any of the following criteria are not eligible to participate in the study:
  • Asymptomatic patients
  • Patient has clinical features of NPC and a positive biomarker screen and/or filipin test, but a negative result on a previous genetic test for NPC
  • Patients who have any of the following:
  • Chronic diarrhea;
  • Unexplained visual loss;
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  • Malignancies;
  • Insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus.
  • Known history of hypersensitivity to the N-Acetyl-Leucine (DL-, L-, D-) or derivatives.
  • History of known hypersensitivity to excipients of Ora-Blend® (namely sucrose, sorbitol, cellulose, carboxymethylcellulose, xanthan gum, carrageenan, dimethicone, methylparaben, and potassium sorbate).
  • Simultaneous participation in another clinical study or participation in any clinical study involving administration of an investigational medicinal product (IMP; 'study drug') within 6 weeks prior to Visit 1.
  • Patients with a physical or psychiatric condition which, at the investigator's discretion, may put the patient at risk, may confound the study results, or may interfere with the patient's participation in the clinical study.
  • Known clinically-significant (at the discretion of the investigator) laboratories in hematology, coagulation, clinical chemistry, or urinalysis, including, but not limited to:
  • Aspartate aminotransferase (AST) or alanine aminotransferase (ALT) >5x upper limit of normal (ULN);
  • Total bilirubin >1.5x ULN, unless Gilbert's syndrome is present in which case total bilirubin >2x ULN.
  • Known or persistent use, misuse, or dependency of medication, drugs, or alcohol.
  • Current or planned pregnancy or women who are breastfeeding.
  • Patients with severe vision or hearing impairment (that is not corrected by glasses or hearing aids) that, at the investigator's discretion, interferes with their ability to perform study assessments.
  • Patients who have been diagnosed with arthritis or other musculoskeletal disorders affecting joints, muscles, ligaments, and/or nerves that by themselves affects patient's mobility and, at the investigator's discretion, interferes with their ability to perform study assessments.
  • Patients unwilling and/or not able to undergo a 6-week washout period from any of the following prohibited medication prior to Visit 1 (Baseline 1) and remain without prohibited medication through Visit 6.
  • Aminopyridines (including sustained-release form);
  • N-Acetyl-DL-Leucine (e.g. Tanganil®);
  • N-Acetyl-L-Leucine (prohibited if not provided as IMP);
  • Riluzole;
  • Gabapentin;
  • Varenicline;
  • Chlorzoxazone;
  • Sulfasalazine;
  • Rosuvastatin.
  • Extension Phase Inclusion Criteria
  • Completed Visit 6 of the IB1001-201 Parent Study
  • The Principal Investigator determines further treatment with IB1001 to be in patient's best interest
  • Written informed consent signed by the patient and/or their legal representative/parent/ impartial witness for participation in the Extension Phase
  • Patients are willing to continue to remain without the following prohibited medication from Visit 6 throughout the duration the Extension Phase:
  • Aminopyridines (including sustained-release form);
  • N-Acetyl-DL-Leucine (e.g. Tanganil®);
  • N-Acetyl-L-Leucine (prohibited if not provided as IMP);
  • Riluzole;
  • Gabapentin;
  • Varenicline;
  • Chlorzoxazone;
  • Sulfasalazine;
  • Rosuvastatin.

Trial locations and contacts

9 sites in 5 countries.

9 sites in 5 countries

United Kingdom4 sites
  • Great Ormond Street Hospital

    London, WC1N 3JH

  • Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust

    London

  • Royal Manchester Children's Hospital

    Manchester, M13 9WL

  • Salford Trust

    Salford, Greater Manchester, M5 5AP

Other trials in United Kingdom

Germany2 sites
  • University of Giessen

    Giessen, 35389

  • Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich

    München, 80539

Other trials in Germany

United States1 site
  • Mayo Clinic

    Rochester, Minnesota, 55905

Other trials in United States

Slovakia1 site
  • Comenius University in Bratislva

    Bratislava, 833 40

Other trials in Slovakia

Spain1 site
  • Bellvitge University Hospital

    Barcelona, 08907

Other trials in Spain

About this study

Official title: Effects of N-Acetyl-L-Leucine on Niemann Pick Type C Disease: A Multinational, Multicenter, Open-label, Rater-blinded Phase II Study.

This is a multinational, multicenter, open-label, rater-blinded prospective Phase II study which will assess the safety and efficacy of N-Acetyl-L-Leucine (IB1001) for the treatment of Niemann-Pick type C disease (NPC).

There are two phases to this study: the Parent Study, and the Extension Phase.

The Parent Study evaluates the safety and efficacy of N-Acetyl-L-Leucine (IB1001) for the symptomatic treatment of NPC.

The Extension Phase evaluates the long-term safety and efficacy of IB1001 for the neuroprotective, disease-modifying treatment of NPC.

Read the detailed description

In the Parent Study, Patients will be assessed during three study phases: a baseline period, a 6-week treatment period, and a 6-week post-treatment washout period. If within 6 weeks prior to the initial screening visit, a patient has received any of the prohibited medications defined in the eligibility criteria (irrespective of the preceding treatment duration) a wash-out study-run in of 6 weeks is required prior to the first baseline assessment. All patients will receive the study drug during the treatment period. For each individual patient, the Parent Study lasts for approximately 3.5 - 4 months during which there are 6 visits to the study site.

This Extension Phase allows patients who have completed the Parent Study to, at the discretion of the Principal Investigator (PI), continue treatment with N-Acetyl-L-Leucine (IB1001). Patients will receive treatment with IB1001 for two one-year treatment periods, separated by a 6-week washout. All patients will receive the study drug during the two one-year treatment periods. For each individual patient, the Extension Phase lasts for approximately 25.5 months, during which there are 6 visits to the study site.

Being tested
IB1001
Medical subject headings
Niemann-Pick Disease, Type C

What participants receive

What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.

  • IB1001Drug

    Also called N-Acetyl-L-Leucine

    IB1001 (N-Acetyl-L-Leucine) is a modified amino-acid ester that is orally administered.

Study groups in NCT03759639
Study groupRoleWhat they receive
Treatment with IB1001ExperimentalParent Study: 6-weeks treatment with IB1001 administered orally. Extension Phase: 1-year treatment with IB1001 administered orally. Patients ≥13 years old will receive a total daily dose of 4 g/day (administered as 3 doses per day). Patients 6-12 years old will receive weight-tiered doses: * Patients aged 6-12 years weighing 15 to <25 kg will take 2 g per day: 1 g in the morning and 1 g in the evening. * Patients aged 6-12 years weighing 25 to <35 kg will take 3 g per day: 1 g in the morning, 1 g in the afternoon, and 1 g in the evening. * Patients aged 6-12 years weighing ≥35 kg will take 4 g per day: 2 g in the morning, 1g in the afternoon and 1 g in the evening (as per adults)
Receives: Drug: IB1001
Post-Treatment WashoutNo interventionAfter both the Parent Study 6-week treatment period, and Extension Phase one-year treatment period, patients will enter a 6-week post-treatment washout period.

What is being measured

The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.

  1. Clinical Impression of Change in Severity (CI-CS) [Fields et al 2021]

    The Clinical Impression of Change in Severity assessment will instruct the blinded rater to consider: 'compared to the first video, how has the severity of their performance on the 9 Hole Peg Test of the Dominant Hand (9HPT-D) or 8 Meter Walk Test (8MWT) changed (improved or worsened) in 6-weeks as observed in the second video?'

    The Clinical Impression of Change in Severity is evaluated on a 7 point Likert scale (+3=significantly improved to -3= significantly worse).

    Measured: CI-CS comparing Baseline (Day 1) with IB1001 versus the end of 6-weeks treatment with IB1001 (Approximately Day 42) MINUS the CI-CS comparing the end of 6-weeks treatment with IB1001 (Approximately Day 42) versus the end of 6-weeks post-treatment washout

Secondary outcomes (11)
  1. Key Secondary Endpoint: Individual Components of the CI-CS

    The Clinical Impression of Change in Severity assessment will instruct the blinded rater to consider: 'compared to the first video, how has the severity of their performance on the 9 Hole Peg Test of the Dominant Hand (9HPT-D) or 8 Meter Walk Test (8MWT) changed (improved or worsened) in 6-weeks as observed in the second video?' The Clinical Impression of Change in Severity is evaluated on a 7 point Likert scale (+3=significantly improved to -3= significantly worse).

    Measured: Baseline to end of treatment with IB1001 (Parent Study 6-weeks treatment);End of treatment with IB1001 to the end of post 6-week treatment washout

  2. Key Secondary Endpoint: Change in Severity Based on Average CI-S

    The Clinical Impression of Change in Severity assessment will instruct the blinded rater to consider: 'compared to the first video, how has the severity of their performance on the 9 Hole Peg Test of the Dominant Hand (9HPT-D) or 8 Meter Walk Test (8MWT) changed (improved or worsened) in 6-weeks as observed in the second video?' The Clinical Impression of Change in Severity is evaluated on a 7 point Likert scale (+3=significantly improved to -3= significantly worse).

    Measured: CI-CS comparing baseline period and end of treatment period minus the change in CI-S between end of treatment period and end of washout period.

  3. Key Secondary Endpoint: CI-CS Score Reclassified on a 3-Point Scale

    The Clinical Impression of Change in Severity assessment will instruct the blinded rater to consider: 'compared to the first video, how has the severity of their performance on the 9 Hole Peg Test of the Dominant Hand (9HPT-D) or8 Meter Walk Test (8MWT) changed (improved or worsened) in 6-weeks as observed in the second video?' The Clinical Impression of Change in Severity is evaluated on a 7 point Likert scale (+3=significantly improved to -3= significantly worse).

    CI-CS scores <0 were reclassified as worsened (-1), CI-CS scores 0 remained classified as not changed (0), and CI-CS scores >0 were reclassified as improved (+1).

    Measured: Baseline to end of treatment with IB1001 (Parent Study 6-weeks treatment);End of treatment with IB1001 to the end of post 6-week treatment washout

  4. Key Secondary Endpoint: CI-CS Score for the Non-Primary Anchor Test

    The Clinical Impression of Change in Severity is evaluated on a 7 point Likert scale (+3=significantly improved to -3= significantly worse).

    Measured: CI-CS of the non-primary anchor test was evaluated, comparing the CI-CS of Visit 4 versus Visit 2 and of Visit 6 versus Visit 4 as done for the primary anchor test.

  5. Spinocerebellar Ataxia Functional Index (SCAFI) [Schmitz-Hübsch et al, 2008]

    Spinocerebellar Ataxia Functional Index (SCAFI) is composed of 8 Meter Walk Test, 9-Hole Peg Test of Dominant and Non-Dominant Hand (9HPT-D/9HPT-ND) (the 3 tests are timed assessments; each is done twice and values are averaged; the 8MWT and 9HPT-D and 9HPT-ND values are converted from times to rates, and the results expressed as a composite Z-score of each test relative to baseline) and the PATA rate (counted number how often a patient can repeat the syllables "PATA" within 10 seconds), a measure of speech performance. The scores of these 3 were transformed to Z-scores (=individual's average of both trials to perform the respective task - mean of study population at baseline) / SD of study population at baseline). A Z-score of 0 equates to the population mean at baseline. For all 3, higher Z-scores (above mean) mean better performance. The SCAFI total score was calculated as the arithmetic mean of the non-missing Z-scores for the 3. A higher total score means better performance.

    Measured: Baseline to end of treatment with IB1001 (Parent Study 6-weeks treatment); End of treatment with IB1001 to the end of post 6-week treatment washout

  6. Scale for Assessment and Rating of Ataxia (SARA) Score [Schmitz-Hübsch et al, 2006; Subramony, 2007]

    The Scale for Assessment and Rating of Ataxia has 8 items that are related to gait, stance, sitting, speech, finger-chase test, nose-finger test, fast alternating movements, and heel-shin test. The range is 0-40 points, with a lower score representing neurological improvement and a higher score representing neurological worsening.

    Measured: Baseline to end of treatment with IB1001 (Parent Study 6-weeks treatment); End of treatment with IB1001 to the end of post 6-week treatment washout

  7. EuroQuol- 5 Dimension (EQ-5D) Quality of Life Scale: Visual Analogue Scale (VAS)

    For posting, health-related quality of life based on the EQ-5D visual analogue scale (VAS) was presented as a secondary endpoint.

    EQ-5D VAS is a 0-100 scale where patients are asked to indicate their overall health, with a score of 0 indicating worst health and a score of 100 indicating best health.

    Measured: Baseline to end of treatment with IB1001 (Parent Study 6-weeks treatment); End of treatment with IB1001 to the end of post 6-week treatment washout

  8. Modified Disability Rating Scale (mDRS) [Iturriaga et al. 2006]

    Overall neurological status based on six domains (ambulation, manipulation, language, swallowing, seizures and ocular movements). The Modified Disability Rating Scale ranges from 0-24, where 0 is the best neurological status and 24 is the worst.

    Measured: Baseline to end of treatment with IB1001 (Parent Study 6-weeks treatment); End of treatment with IB1001 to the end of post 6-week treatment washout

  9. Investigator's Clinical Global Impressions of Change (CGI-C)

    The Clinical Global Impression of Change assessed by the investigator is evaluated on a 7 point Likert scale ranging from 1='very much improved' to 7='very much worse'

    Measured: Baseline to end of treatment with IB1001 (Parent Study 6-weeks treatment); End of treatment with IB1001 to the end of post 6-week treatment washout

  10. Parent/Caregiver's Clinical Global Impression of Change (CGI-C)

    The Clinical Global Impression of Change assessed by the parent/caregiver is evaluated on a 7 point Likert scale ranging from 1='very much improved' to 7='very much worse'.

    Measured: Baseline to end of treatment with IB1001 (Parent Study 6-weeks treatment); End of treatment with IB1001 to the end of post 6-week treatment washout

  11. Patient's Clinical Global Impressions (CGI) if Able

    The Clinical Global Impression of Change assessed by the patient (if able) is evaluated on a 7 point Likert scale ranging from 1='very much improved' to 7='very much worse'.

    Measured: Baseline to end of treatment with IB1001 (Parent Study 6-weeks treatment); End of treatment with IB1001 to the end of post 6-week treatment washout

Timeline

From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.

  1. First posted30 Nov 2018
  2. Study start4 Sep 2019
  3. Primary completion7 Nov 2022
  4. Study completion7 Nov 2022

Resources

More details

For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.

Study design
Study type
Interventional
Phase
Phase 2
Primary purpose
Treatment
Allocation
Non-randomised
Intervention model
Single group
Model description
In both the Parent Study and Extension Phase, patients will be assessed during three study phases: a baseline period (with or without a study run-in), a treatment period, and a washout period. Patients who complete the Parent Study have the opportunity to, at the discretion of their Principal Investigator (PI), continue treatment with N-Acetyl-L-Leucine (IB1001) in an Extension Study, provided they fulfill the inclusion/exclusion criteria.
Masking
Single blind
Who is masked
Outcomes assessor
Enrolment
33 participants (actual)
IDs, dates and publications
ClinicalTrials.gov ID
NCT03759639
Sponsor's protocol ID
IB1001-201
Status last verified
Nov 2023
First submitted
27 Nov 2018
Last updated
28 Nov 2023
Data monitoring committee
Yes
FDA-regulated drug
Yes
FDA-regulated device
No

Publications

  • Bremova-Ertl T, Claassen J, Foltan T, Gascon-Bayarri J, Gissen P, Hahn A, Hassan A, Hennig A, Jones SA, Kolnikova M, Martakis K, Raethjen J, Ramaswami U, Sharma R, Schneider SA. Efficacy and safety of N-acetyl-L-leucine in Niemann-Pick disease type C. J Neurol. 2022 Mar;269(3):1651-1662. doi: 10.1007/s00415-021-10717-0. Epub 2021 Aug 13.

    PubMed 34387740
  • Churchill GC, Strupp M, Factor C, Bremova-Ertl T, Factor M, Patterson MC, Platt FM, Galione A. Acetylation turns leucine into a drug by membrane transporter switching. Sci Rep. 2021 Aug 4;11(1):15812. doi: 10.1038/s41598-021-95255-5.

    PubMed 34349180
  • Fields T, Patterson M, Bremova-Ertl T, Belcher G, Billington I, Churchill GC, Davis W, Evans W, Flint S, Galione A, Granzer U, Greenfield J, Karl R, Kay R, Lewi D, Mathieson T, Meyer T, Pangonis D, Platt FM, Tsang L, Verburg C, Factor M, Strupp M. A master protocol to investigate a novel therapy acetyl-L-leucine for three ultra-rare neurodegenerative diseases: Niemann-Pick type C, the GM2 gangliosidoses, and ataxia telangiectasia. Trials. 2021 Jan 22;22(1):84. doi: 10.1186/s13063-020-05009-3.

    PubMed 33482890

Questions about this trial

What is this clinical trial studying?

A Phase 2 study testing IB1001 in people with Niemann-Pick Disease, Type C, run by IntraBio Inc at 9 sites in 5 countries.

The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.

Who may be eligible to take part?

The sponsor lists 27 inclusion and 43 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.

Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?

The record says: finished, as of the sponsor's last update on 28 Nov 2023. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.

Where is the study taking place?

The record lists 9 sites in United Kingdom, Germany, United States, Slovakia, Spain. Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.

What are the possible benefits and risks?

They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.

What does this phase mean?

Phase 2 studies give the treatment to a larger group to see whether it has the intended effect and to keep checking safety.

Not every study follows the same path, and some studies (observational studies, device studies) have no phase.

Are results available for this study?

Yes. Results are posted in the registry (first posted 28 Nov 2023). A summary is in the For doctors view, and the full results are on ClinicalTrials.gov.

How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?

The record lists no contact. The official record names the sponsor, who can be asked directly. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.

What does the primary outcome measure?

Clinical Impression of Change in Severity (CI-CS) [Fields et al 2021] (time frame: CI-CS comparing Baseline (Day 1) with IB1001 versus the end of 6-weeks treatment with IB1001 (Approximately Day 42) MINUS the CI-CS comparing the end of 6-weeks treatment with IB1001 (Approximately Day 42) versus the end of 6-weeks post-treatment washout). It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.

Where can I read the original study information?

On the ClinicalTrials.gov record for NCT03759639, which also lists 3 linked publications.

Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?

No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.

How often is this information updated?

AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 28 Nov 2023.

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