Clinical Trial News
sTMS Shows Promise for Migraine Prevention in Open-Label Study
- A multicenter, prospective, open-label study suggests that single-pulse transcranial magnetic stimulation (sTMS) may be an effective preventive treatment for migraine.
- The study demonstrated a statistically significant reduction of 2.75 headache days per month compared to a performance goal (p < 0.0001).
- 46% of participants experienced a 50% or greater reduction in headache days, alongside reduced acute medication use and improved HIT-6 scores.
- sTMS was found to be safe and well-tolerated, with no serious adverse events reported during the study period.
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NCT02357381Completed
eNeura, Inc.
Posted 12/1/2014
Novartis' Sandoz Partners with Pear Therapeutics to Combat Substance Use Disorders with Digital Solutions
- Sandoz, a Novartis division, has partnered with Pear Therapeutics to commercialize reSET, the first FDA-approved mobile medical application for treating substance use disorders.
- The collaboration includes development of reSET-O, a specialized digital therapeutic for opioid use disorder patients undergoing buprenorphine treatment.
- This strategic partnership expands upon an existing collaboration between Novartis and Pear to develop digital therapeutics for schizophrenia and multiple sclerosis patients.
Alder BioPharmaceuticals to Present New Phase 3 Migraine Prevention Data for Eptinezumab
Alder BioPharmaceuticals announced it will present new Phase 3 data for eptinezumab, its lead investigational product for migraine prevention, at the 70th Annual American Academy of Neurology Meeting. The presentations will include data from the PROMISE 1 and PROMISE 2 clinical trials, highlighting eptinezumab's potential as a treatment option for migraine sufferers.
Blockchain Technology Poised to Transform Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Security and Traceability
- The pharmaceutical industry is turning to blockchain technology to address critical supply chain challenges including counterfeit drugs, product tracking, and temperature control issues.
- Blockchain implementation would enable real-time verification of drug authenticity and complete supply chain visibility through secure, transparent recording of transactions between verified stakeholders.
- Industry leaders are exploring cloud-based networks integrated with blockchain to enhance end-to-end visibility, improve product availability, and optimize inventory management across global pharmaceutical operations.
Survey Reveals Critical Gap in Patient Engagement Across Clinical Trial Industry
- A comprehensive industry survey shows that 41% of pharmaceutical companies and CROs do not collect patient feedback at all, highlighting a significant gap in clinical trial engagement practices.
- Despite growing evidence of benefits, patient engagement remains underfunded, with 26% of companies citing budget constraints as the primary barrier to implementing engagement initiatives.
- Traditional face-to-face and phone interactions prove most effective for patient retention, while ROI from digital health technologies remains uncertain with 43% of respondents unsure of their value.
FDA Rejects Teva and Celltrion's Biosimilars for Rituxan and Herceptin Due to Manufacturing Issues
- The FDA has rejected biosimilar versions of Rituxan and Herceptin developed by Teva and Celltrion following manufacturing concerns at Celltrion's South Korean facility.
- Celltrion expects to resolve the manufacturing issues within months, aiming to align with patent expirations of Herceptin in June next year and Rituxan later this year.
- The rejection impacts Teva's recovery plans, affecting potential revenue from the US market where Rituxan and Herceptin generated $4.3 billion and $2.8 billion respectively last year.
Nivolumab Plus Ipilimumab Shows Durable Benefit in MSI-H/dMMR Metastatic Colorectal Cancer
- Nivolumab plus low-dose ipilimumab demonstrates robust and durable clinical benefits in first-line treatment for MSI-H/dMMR metastatic colorectal cancer.
- After a median follow-up of 29 months, the combination therapy shows deepening responses and promising progression-free and overall survival rates.
- The objective response rate increased to 69%, with a complete response rate of 13%, indicating improved efficacy with longer follow-up.
- The safety profile of the combination remains consistent, with manageable adverse events, supporting its potential as a new first-line option.
Final 5-Year Results of the Phase 2 PACE Trial for CML and Ph+ ALL Patients
The PACE trial's final 5-year results demonstrate ponatinib's efficacy and safety in treating chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) and Philadelphia chromosome-positive acute lymphoblastic leukemia (Ph+ ALL) patients who have undergone prior therapies. The study highlights significant response rates, durability of responses, and the impact of dose adjustments on maintaining efficacy while managing adverse events.
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NICE Rejects Cenegermin for Rare Eye Disease, Citing Cost Concerns
- NICE has issued a draft rejection for Dompé's cenegermin, a novel eye drop therapy for neurotrophic keratitis, deeming its £14,500 per course cost exceeding NHS value thresholds.
- Clinical trials showed promising results with low recurrence rates of 0-5% at 56 weeks in the European REPARO study, though NICE noted concerns about long-term efficacy data.
- Without access to cenegermin, patients may need to resort to tarsorrhaphy, a disfiguring procedure where eyelids are partially sewn together to protect the cornea.
Late-Stage Clinical Trials Advance with Oxabact, Imeglimin, and Favipiravir
- Oxabact initiates a Phase III trial, marking a significant step in its development for treating bacterial infections, potentially addressing unmet needs in antibiotic therapy.
- Imeglimin progresses to Phase III, offering a novel mechanism of action for type 2 diabetes management and a potential alternative for patients inadequately controlled by current treatments.
- Favipiravir enters Phase III trials, aiming to provide an effective antiviral option for managing viral infections and potentially mitigating severe outcomes.