A Safety and Tolerability Trial Evaluating CTX310 in Participants With Refractory Dyslipidemias
This research study, called a Phase 1 trial, is investigating a new medication, CTX310, for individuals in the UK who have high levels of cholesterol and other fats in their blood (dyslipidemias) that haven't responded to existing treatments. The main goals are to see if CTX310 is safe and how well people tolerate it at different doses. Participants aged 18 to 75 will receive the medicine directly into their vein. This is an early stage of testing, meaning it's one of the first times this medication has been given to people. The study is described as 'open-label,' which means both the participant and the study team will know that CTX310 is being given.
At a glance
What is this study about?
This study is looking at a new medicine, CTX310, for people who have stubbornly high levels of cholesterol and other fats in their blood. These conditions are sometimes called dyslipidemias. Many people manage these with diet, lifestyle changes, and common medications. However, for some, these standard approaches aren't enough, and their fat levels remain high. This can increase the risk of heart and blood vessel problems.
The purpose of this early-stage (Phase 1) study is to understand more about CTX310. The researchers want to find out if it's safe to give to people and how well individuals tolerate different doses. It's a key first step in developing any new medicine. By understanding the safety profile, doctors can decide if it's worthwhile to continue testing CTX310 in larger studies.
Participants will receive the medicine directly into a vein. This study is important because it explores a potential new treatment option for a group of patients whose conditions are difficult to control with current therapies. Discovering effective new ways to manage high cholesterol and fats could help improve long-term health for many.
Key takeaways
- Tests a new medicine, CTX310, for high cholesterol/fats.
- Aimed at people whose conditions haven't improved with standard treatments.
- Main goals: check safety and how well people tolerate the medicine.
- This is an early-stage (Phase 1) study in humans.
- Medication is given directly into a vein.
- Participants must be 18 to 75 years old.
Who may be eligible?
To join this study, you need to be between 18 and 75 years old and have high levels of cholesterol or other fats in your blood that haven't improved with typical treatments. This means your doctors have tried various standard medications at the highest possible safe doses for at least three months, but your blood fat levels remain elevated. Specific levels of cholesterol and triglycerides (a type of fat) are checked to confirm this.
Importantly, certain health conditions would prevent you from taking part. For example, if you have severe liver, kidney, heart, or blood problems, or if you've recently had a heart attack, stroke (within the last 6 months), or pancreatitis (within the last 3 months), you wouldn't be able to join. The study also cannot include individuals with specific infections like HIV or hepatitis, or those who have had certain types of cancer recently.
For women, you must be past menopause or have had surgery that prevents you from having children. Men and their female partners must agree to use effective birth control throughout the study. The study cannot include women who could potentially become pregnant.
Could this study suit you?
Answer these quick questions to see if you may be eligible. This is a guide only — the research team makes the final call.
- Are you between 18 and 75 years old?
- Do you have high cholesterol or blood fats that haven't responded to usual medicines?
- Do you have good kidney, liver, and heart function?
- Have you avoided a heart attack or stroke in the last 6 months?
- For women, are you past menopause or unable to have children?
What does participation involve?
If you decide to take part, you'll receive the study medicine, CTX310, directly into a vein. This is called an intravenous (IV) infusion. The study will involve several visits to the clinic so the research team can monitor your health closely, check how you're responding to the medication, and make sure you're tolerating it well. They'll regularly check your blood pressure, heart rate, and take blood samples to measure your cholesterol and fat levels, as well as checking your general health like liver and kidney function. You'll also be asked about any side effects you might experience. The total length of your participation will depend on the study's design, but typically, early-stage trials involve regular follow-up over several weeks or months to track the medicine's effects and safety.
Potential risks and benefits
Locations (18)
- Research Site 10Verified postcodeJacksonville, United States· Not yet recruiting
- Research Site 17Verified postcodeOrlando, United States· Recruiting
- Research Site 11Verified postcodePort Orange, United States· Recruiting
- Research Site 14Verified postcodeDurham, United States· Not yet recruiting
- Research Site 13Verified postcodeHigh Point, United States· Recruiting
- Research Site 9Verified postcodeCleveland, United States· Not yet recruiting
- Research Site 12Verified postcodePortland, United States· Not yet recruiting
- Research Site 1Verified postcodeAdelaide, Australia· Recruiting
- Research Site 15Verified postcodeBrisbane, Australia· Not yet recruiting
- Research Site 16Verified postcodeBrisbane, Australia· Not yet recruiting
- Research Site 7Verified postcodeCamperdown, Australia· Not yet recruiting
- Research Site 3Verified postcodeHeidelberg, Australia· Recruiting
Common questions
What are 'dyslipidemias'?
Dyslipidemias is a medical term for unhealthy levels of fats, like cholesterol and triglycerides, in your blood. These can be too high or, sometimes, too low.
What does 'refractory' mean in this study?
It means your high cholesterol or blood fats haven't improved enough even after trying standard medications at their highest safe doses for a sustained period.
What is a 'Phase 1' study?
A Phase 1 study is an early stage of clinical research. Its main goal is to check if a new medicine is safe for people and to figure out the right dosage.
Will I know if I'm getting the study medicine?
Yes, this is an 'open-label' study, which means both you and the study team will know that you are receiving the CTX310 medicine.
How will the medicine be given?
The medicine, CTX310, will be given directly into a vein, which is known as an 'intravenous (IV) infusion'.
How to find out more
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