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New treatment option for Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatotic Liver Disease (MASLD)
Official title A Phase 2a Study of ALN-PNP With and Without a GLP1R Agonist in Adult Patients With Homozygous PNPLA3-Related MASLD
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07527910
What this study is testing
What is ALN-PNP?
ALN-PNP is an investigational medicine, being studied as a potential treatment for metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (masld).
Plain-language explanation of the investigational treatment - it is being studied and is not an approved or proven therapy. The study team can confirm the details.
- What it's testing
- This study will test a study drug called ALN-PNP with and without another drug that is used for controlling blood sugar, appetite, and weight (for example, tirzepatide), to see if it can help treat MASLD, also known as fatty liver disease. ALN-PNP reduces the amount of Patatin-like phospholipase domain-containing protein 3 (PNPLA3), a protein that liver cells make, which may help decrease liver fat if there is an abnormal PNPLA3 protein.
- Phase 2: a mid-size study of how well it works
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 75
You may be able to join if
- Key Part A and Part B:
- Homozygous for the PNPLA3 p.I148M genotype
- Liver fat by Magnetic Resonance Imaging-Proton Density Fat Fraction (MRI-PDFF) ≥15% at visit 3
- Has a Body Mass Index (BMI) ≥30 to \<45 kg/m\^2 at visit 2 Part A: To be eligible for randomization on study day 1:
- Alanine Aminotransferase (ALT) and Aspartate Aminotransferase (AST) ≤3 × Upper Limit of Normal (ULN) as described in the protocol
You likely can't join if
- Evidence or diagnosis of portal hypertension or cirrhosis from any cause, including cirrhosis due to MASH, as determined by the investigator, based...
- Known chronic liver disease other than MASLD, as determined by the investigator, as defined in the protocol
- Contraindications to MRI examinations, including but not limited to persons with MRI-incompatible cardiac pacemaker and implants made of metal...
- Any contraindication listed in the Zepbound United States Prescribing Information (USPI), as defined in the protocol NOTE: Other protocol-defined...
See the full eligibility criteria
- Key Part A and Part B:
- Homozygous for the PNPLA3 p.I148M genotype
- Liver fat by Magnetic Resonance Imaging-Proton Density Fat Fraction (MRI-PDFF) ≥15% at visit 3
- Has a Body Mass Index (BMI) ≥30 to \<45 kg/m\^2 at visit 2 Part A: To be eligible for randomization on study day 1:
- Alanine Aminotransferase (ALT) and Aspartate Aminotransferase (AST) ≤3 × Upper Limit of Normal (ULN) as described in the protocol
- On a stable dose of tirzepatide at randomization (≥5 mg weekly) Key
- Evidence or diagnosis of portal hypertension or cirrhosis from any cause, including cirrhosis due to MASH, as determined by the investigator, based on medical history, clinical assessment, imaging, and/or liver biopsy
- Known chronic liver disease other than MASLD, as determined by the investigator, as defined in the protocol
- Contraindications to MRI examinations, including but not limited to persons with MRI-incompatible cardiac pacemaker and implants made of metal, severe claustrophobia, size restrictions
- Any contraindication listed in the Zepbound United States Prescribing Information (USPI), as defined in the protocol NOTE: Other protocol-defined inclusion/exclusion criteria apply.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Coronado, California, United States
- Pasadena, California, United States
- Metairie, Louisiana, United States
- Georgetown, Texas, United States
- San Antonio, Texas, United States
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 years to 75 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Coronado, California, United States; Pasadena, California, United States; Metairie, Louisiana, United States; Georgetown, Texas, United States; San Antonio, Texas, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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