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TYK2/JAK1 Inhibitor

Brepocitinib for Dermatomyositis (VALOR Trial)

Phase 3
Recruiting
Research Sponsored by Priovant Therapeutics, Inc.
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial
Must have
A diagnosis of dermatomyositis according to 2017 EULAR/ACR Classification Criteria for Idiopathic Inflammatory Myopathies
Adult subjects (18-75 years old)
Must not have
Dermatomyositis with end-stage organ involvement
Dermatomyositis with irreversible muscle involvement
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up 52 weeks
Awards & highlights
Pivotal Trial

Summary

This trial tests brepocitinib, a drug that blocks inflammation-causing proteins, in adults with dermatomyositis. The goal is to see if it improves symptoms like muscle weakness and skin rashes by reducing inflammation. Another similar drug has shown positive results in treating difficult cases of dermatomyositis.

Who is the study for?
Adults aged 18-75 with dermatomyositis, weighing between 40-130 kg and a BMI under 40. Participants must have active muscle and skin disease, may be on or have had corticosteroids or immunosuppressants, and meet specific diagnostic criteria. Excluded are those with recent cancers (with some exceptions), high thrombosis risk, severe infections, irreversible muscle damage from the disease, end-stage organ involvement, certain other diseases or conditions.
What is being tested?
The trial is testing Brepocitinib's effectiveness compared to a placebo in adults with dermatomyositis over a year. It measures improvement using the Total Improvement Score. After this phase, participants can join an open-label extension for another year where everyone receives Brepocitinib.
What are the potential side effects?
As Brepocitinib is a TYK2/JAK1 inhibitor that affects immune function, potential side effects could include increased risk of infections, changes in blood counts leading to anemia or clotting issues; liver enzyme alterations; cholesterol level changes; headache; respiratory tract infections; nausea.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

You may be eligible if you check “Yes” for the criteria below
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I have been diagnosed with dermatomyositis.
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I am between 18 and 75 years old.
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I have ongoing muscle and skin conditions.
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My weight is between 40kg and 130kg, and my BMI is less than 40.

Exclusion Criteria

You may be eligible for the trial if you check “No” for criteria below:
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My dermatomyositis has severely affected my organs.
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I have dermatomyositis with permanent muscle damage.
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I have a disorder that affects my lymph cells.
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I currently have cancer.
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I have dermatomyositis related to my cancer.
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I currently have or recently had an infection.

Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~52 weeks
This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and 52 weeks for reporting.

Treatment Details

Study Objectives

Study objectives can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.
Primary study objectives
Total Improvement Score (TIS) at Week 52
Secondary study objectives
Change from baseline in HAQ Disability Index score at Week 52
Cutaneous Dermatomyositis Area and Severity Index (CDASI) Activity Score after 52 weeks of brepocitinib administration QD, in comparison to placebo
Normalized change from baseline area under the concentration-time curve (AUC) in oral prednisone-equivalent dose through Week 52
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Awards & Highlights

Pivotal Trial
The final step before approval, pivotal trials feature drugs that have already shown basic safety & efficacy.

Trial Design

3Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Placebo Group
Group I: Brepocitinib Dose Level 2 PO QDExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Group II: Brepocitinib Dose Level 1 PO QDExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Group III: Placebo PO QDPlacebo Group1 Intervention

Research Highlights

Information in this section is not a recommendation. We encourage patients to speak with their healthcare team when evaluating any treatment decision.
Mechanism Of Action
Side Effect Profile
Prior Approvals
Other Research
Dermatomyositis (DM) treatments primarily focus on modulating the immune system to reduce inflammation and muscle damage. Common treatments include corticosteroids, immunosuppressants like methotrexate and azathioprine, and biologics such as rituximab. These therapies work by suppressing different components of the immune response. Brepocitinib, a TYK2/JAK1 inhibitor, targets the JAK-STAT pathway, which is essential for cytokine signaling in inflammation. By inhibiting this pathway, Brepocitinib and similar drugs can potentially reduce immune-mediated damage in DM, offering a targeted approach to managing the disease.
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Who is running the clinical trial?

Priovant Therapeutics, Inc.Lead Sponsor
3 Previous Clinical Trials
251 Total Patients Enrolled
1 Trials studying Dermatomyositis
5 Patients Enrolled for Dermatomyositis
Christina Crater, MDStudy DirectorSenior Director, Clinical Development
Noriko Iikuni, MDStudy DirectorVP, Clinical Development

Media Library

Brepocitinib (TYK2/JAK1 Inhibitor) Clinical Trial Eligibility Overview. Trial Name: NCT05437263 — Phase 3
Dermatomyositis Research Study Groups: Brepocitinib Dose Level 2 PO QD, Brepocitinib Dose Level 1 PO QD, Placebo PO QD
Dermatomyositis Clinical Trial 2023: Brepocitinib Highlights & Side Effects. Trial Name: NCT05437263 — Phase 3
Brepocitinib (TYK2/JAK1 Inhibitor) 2023 Treatment Timeline for Medical Study. Trial Name: NCT05437263 — Phase 3
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