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Primary Progressive Multiple Sclerosis (PPMS) Study of Bruton's Tyrosine Kinase (BTK) Inhibitor tolebrutinib (SAR442168) (PERSEUS)
EU CTIS ID: 2024-514495-41-00
What this study is testing
To determine the efficacy of SAR442168 compared to placebo in delaying disability progression in Primary Progressive Multiple Sclerosis (PPMS)
- Therapeutic confirmatory (Phase III)
A plain-language read of the study's public EU CTIS listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
You may be able to join if
- 18 to 55 years of age inclusive
- Diagnosis of PPMS according to the 2017 McDonald criteria
- Expanded disability status scale (EDSS) score between 2.0 to 6.5 points, at screening inclusive
- Positive cerebrospinal fluid oligoclonal bands and/or elevated Immunoglobulin G (IgG) index either during screening or documented previous history.
- Contraceptive use consistent with local regulations for individuals participating in clinical studies
- Participant is eligible to participate if she is not pregnant or breastfeeding, and at least one of the following conditions applies: - Is not a woman of childbearing potential (WOCBP) or is a WOCBP and agrees to use an acceptable contraceptive method - the participant must not have access to ocrelizumab (eg, ocrelizumab not available on the national market or not reimbursed for the approved indication). - the participant must have access to and be eligible to be treated with ocrelizumab but: 1) does not tolerate it due to side effects or safety reasons; and/or 2) has failed ocrelizumab treatment due to perceived lack of efficacy
You likely can't join if
- Participant has conditions that would adversely affect study participation such as short life expectancy.
- A history of significant bleeding event within 6 months prior to screening, according to the Investigator’s judgment such as, but not limited to cerebral or gastrointestinal
- Lymphocyte count below the lower limit of normal at Screening.
- Recent live (attenuated) vaccine within 2 months before the first treatment visit.
- Recent major surgery (within 4 weeks of Screening) or planned major surgery during the study.
- The participant has received medications/treatments for MS within a specified time frame.
See the full eligibility criteria
Who can join
- 18 to 55 years of age inclusive
- Diagnosis of PPMS according to the 2017 McDonald criteria
- Expanded disability status scale (EDSS) score between 2.0 to 6.5 points, at screening inclusive
- Positive cerebrospinal fluid oligoclonal bands and/or elevated Immunoglobulin G (IgG) index either during screening or documented previous history.
- Contraceptive use consistent with local regulations for individuals participating in clinical studies
- Participant is eligible to participate if she is not pregnant or breastfeeding, and at least one of the following conditions applies: - Is not a woman of childbearing potential (WOCBP) or is a WOCBP and agrees to use an acceptable contraceptive method - the participant must not have access to ocrelizumab (eg, ocrelizumab not available on the national market or not reimbursed for the approved indication). - the participant must have access to and be eligible to be treated with ocrelizumab but: 1) does not tolerate it due to side effects or safety reasons; and/or 2) has failed ocrelizumab treatment due to perceived lack of efficacy
What rules you out
- Participant has conditions that would adversely affect study participation such as short life expectancy.
- A history of significant bleeding event within 6 months prior to screening, according to the Investigator’s judgment such as, but not limited to cerebral or gastrointestinal
- Lymphocyte count below the lower limit of normal at Screening.
- Recent live (attenuated) vaccine within 2 months before the first treatment visit.
- Recent major surgery (within 4 weeks of Screening) or planned major surgery during the study.
- The participant has received medications/treatments for MS within a specified time frame.
- Receiving potent and moderate inducers of cytochrome P450 3A (CYP3A) or potent inhibitors of CYP2C8 hepatic enzymes.
- Receiving anticoagulant or antiplatelet therapy (such as aspirin >81mg/day, clopidogrel, warfarin).
- Contraindications to magnetic resonance imaging (MRI).
- Evidence of infection with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), transplantation, progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy (PML), active hepatitis B or C, active or latent tuberculosis or other active infection that would adversely affect study participation.
- Persistent chronic or active or recurring system infection that may adversely affect participation or IMP administration in this study as judged by the investigator
- History of malignancy within 5 years prior to screening.
- History of alcohol or drug abuse within 1 year prior to Screening.
- Hospitalized for psychiatric disease within 2 years prior to Screening.
- Clinically significant laboratory abnormalities (including evidence of liver injury) or electrocardiogram abnormalities at Screening.
- A bleeding disorder or known platelet dysfunction at any time prior to the screening visit.
- A platelet count <150 000/μL at the screening visit.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Mexico
- Tunisia
- China
- Belarus
- Malaysia
- Egypt
- United Arab Emirates
- Canada
- Japan
- Ukraine
- Brazil
- Argentina
- Colombia
- Peru
- Australia
- United Kingdom
- India
- Chile
- Serbia
- Russian Federation
+ 5 more site(s).
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, 18-64 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Mexico; Tunisia; China; Belarus; Malaysia; Egypt and 19 more location(s). Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from EU CTIS; the study team decides eligibility.