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A Phase 3, Randomized, Double-blind, Placebo-controlled Study of Atrasentan in Patients with IgA Nephropathy at Risk of Progressive Loss of Renal Function (The ALIGN Study)
EU CTIS ID: 2024-513227-16-00
What this study is testing
To evaluate the effect of atrasentan versus placebo on proteinuria Open Label Extension: to futher characterize the safety of atrasentan
- Therapeutic confirmatory (Phase III)
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Who can take part
You may be able to join if
- Male and female subjects aged 18 and older at the time of signing the ICF prior to initiation of any study specific activities/procedures.
- Open Label Extension - Subjects from the double-blind portion of study who have completed treatment throguh Week 132 and completed the Week 136 visit. Note: Subjects who were randomized to the non-SGLT2i stratum in the double-blind portion of the study may start SGLT2i during the OL extension
- Open Label Extension - Subjects entering the OL extension must enroll and have their OLBaseline visit within 14 days of Week 136 (OL Screening visit). Note: If enrollment in the OL extension was not possible due to administrative delays, patients who have completed the EOS visit in the double-blind portion of the study may be able to enroll in the open-label extension if less than 90 days have passed since their EOS visit after approval by Sponsor's Medical Monitor. If enrollment in the OL extension is > 30 days after Week 136, the patient must repeat the Week 136 laboratory assessments to confirm eligibility.
- Open Label Extension - All fertile men and WOCBP who engage in heterosexual intercourse must be willing to abide with highly effective forms of contraception, as specified in the protocol, throughout the study and for 1 month afterward. In WOCBP, use of contraceptive agents must have been continued after completing the double-blind portion of the study.
- Biopsy-proven IgAN that, in the opinion of the Investigator, is not due to secondary causes. Biopsy could have occurred at any point in time prior to study. A diagnostic report must be available for review by the Sponsor or designee.
- Receiving a maximally tolerated and optimized dose of a RAS inhibitor that has been stable for at least 12 weeks prior to screening. Investigator discretion should be used in determining maximally tolerated and optimized dose. Subjects who are intolerant to RAS inhibitors are eligible but will not exceed ~5% of total population randomized (applicable only to non- SGLT2i stratum)
You likely can't join if
- Concurrent diagnosis of another cause of chronic kidney disease including diabetic kidney disease or another primary glomerulopathy.
- Clinical suspicion of rapidly progressive glomerulonephritis (RPGN) based on KDIGO guidelines or clinical suspicion of Henoch-Schonlein Purpura (IgA vasculitis).
- Clinical diagnosis of nephrotic syndrome.
- BNP value of > 200 pg/mL at screening.
- Platelet count <80,000 per μL at screening.
- History of organ transplantation (subjects with history of corneal transplant are not excluded).
See the full eligibility criteria
Who can join
- Male and female subjects aged 18 and older at the time of signing the ICF prior to initiation of any study specific activities/procedures.
- Open Label Extension - Subjects from the double-blind portion of study who have completed treatment throguh Week 132 and completed the Week 136 visit. Note: Subjects who were randomized to the non-SGLT2i stratum in the double-blind portion of the study may start SGLT2i during the OL extension
- Open Label Extension - Subjects entering the OL extension must enroll and have their OLBaseline visit within 14 days of Week 136 (OL Screening visit). Note: If enrollment in the OL extension was not possible due to administrative delays, patients who have completed the EOS visit in the double-blind portion of the study may be able to enroll in the open-label extension if less than 90 days have passed since their EOS visit after approval by Sponsor's Medical Monitor. If enrollment in the OL extension is > 30 days after Week 136, the patient must repeat the Week 136 laboratory assessments to confirm eligibility.
- Open Label Extension - All fertile men and WOCBP who engage in heterosexual intercourse must be willing to abide with highly effective forms of contraception, as specified in the protocol, throughout the study and for 1 month afterward. In WOCBP, use of contraceptive agents must have been continued after completing the double-blind portion of the study.
- Biopsy-proven IgAN that, in the opinion of the Investigator, is not due to secondary causes. Biopsy could have occurred at any point in time prior to study. A diagnostic report must be available for review by the Sponsor or designee.
- Receiving a maximally tolerated and optimized dose of a RAS inhibitor that has been stable for at least 12 weeks prior to screening. Investigator discretion should be used in determining maximally tolerated and optimized dose. Subjects who are intolerant to RAS inhibitors are eligible but will not exceed ~5% of total population randomized (applicable only to non- SGLT2i stratum)
- Total urine protein ≥1 g/day as measured via 24-hour urine collection at a central laboratory collected at screening.
- eGFR of at least 30 mL/min/1.73 m2 at screening based on the CKDXML File Identifier: NPqJMh0cM61lInVTZ7wGR8FZHeo= Page 10/23 EPI equation.
- All fertile men and WOCBP who engage in heterosexual intercourse must be willing to abide with highly effective forms of contraception, as specified in the protocol, throughout the study and for 1 month afterward. In WOCBP, use of hormonal contraceptive agents must have been started at least 1 month prior to Baseline.
- Willing and able to provide written informed consent and comply with all study visits and study procedures.
- SGLT2i Stable Stratum Only - Receiving a stable dose of an SGLT2i (per Investigator choice) in addition to a maximally tolerated and optimized dose of a RAS inhibitor that have been stable for at least 12 weeks prior to Screening
- Open Label Extension - Subjects who provided written informed consent for OL extension prior to initiation of any OL-specific activities/procedures and are willing to comply with all study visits and study procedures.
What rules you out
- Concurrent diagnosis of another cause of chronic kidney disease including diabetic kidney disease or another primary glomerulopathy.
- Clinical suspicion of rapidly progressive glomerulonephritis (RPGN) based on KDIGO guidelines or clinical suspicion of Henoch-Schonlein Purpura (IgA vasculitis).
- Clinical diagnosis of nephrotic syndrome.
- BNP value of > 200 pg/mL at screening.
- Platelet count <80,000 per μL at screening.
- History of organ transplantation (subjects with history of corneal transplant are not excluded).
- Use of systemic immunosuppressant medications including, systemic corticosteroids (e.g. prednisone, prednisolone, nefecon, etc.), mycophenolate, azathioprine, cyclosporine, tacrolimus, etc.; use of herbs such as Tripterygium Wilfordii Hook F, Caulis sinomenii and Sinomenium acutum; for > 2 weeks in the past 3 months. Use of rituximab within the past 6 months.
- Confirmed blood pressure >150 mmHg systolic or >95 mmHg diastolic based on a mean of 3 measurements obtained at screening.
- Known history of heart failure or conditions relating to fluid overload such as pulmonary edema, uncontrolled peripheral edema, pleural effusion, or ascites.
- History of an alcohol or illicit drug-related disorder within the past 3 years.
- Hemoglobin below 9 g/dL at screening or prior history of blood transfusion for anemia within 3 months of screening.
- History of malignancy unless cancer free for at least 5 years or nonmelanoma skin cancer not requiring ongoing treatment. A subject with curatively treated cervical carcinoma in situ is eligible for this study.
- Pregnancy, breast feeding, or intent to become pregnant during the study period and at least 1 month afterward for females.
- Intent to father a child or donate sperm during the study period and at least 1 month afterward for males.
- Have received any investigational agent or approved treatment for IgAN (other than RAS inhibitor) including SGLT2i (except for subjects in the SGLT2i stable stratum) within 1 month (or 5 half-lives of the agent, whichever is longer) prior to screening. If the investigational agent is a cytotoxic or immunosuppressive agent then this washout period is 6 months
- Concurrent clinically significant, unstable, or uncontrolled cardiovascular, pulmonary, hepatic, renal, gastrointestinal, genitourinary, hematological, coagulation, immunological, endocrine/metabolic, or other medical disorder that, in the opinion of the Investigator or Sponsor's Medical Monitor (or designee), might confound the results of the study or pose additional risk to the subject by their participation in the study.
- Refer to Sections 6.10.1 and 6.10.2 for details regarding prohibited and restricted medications, respectively.
- Open Label Extension - Plan to receive any investigational agent (other than atrasentan) or approved treatment for IgAN (other than a RAS inhibitor or SGLT2i). Other ETA receptor antagonists will not be allowed during OL extension. Additional exclusion criteria included in the study protocol under Appendix 6, Section 3.2
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- India
- Colombia
- United Kingdom
- New Zealand
- Korea, Republic of
- United States
- Argentina
- Japan
- Brazil
- Hong Kong
- Australia
- Taiwan
- Canada
- China
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 65+ years, 18-64 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include India; Colombia; United Kingdom; New Zealand; Korea, Republic of; United States and 8 more location(s). Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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