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Extension Study of Ataluren (PTC124) in Cystic Fibrosis

A Phase 3 Extension Study of Ataluren (PTC124®) in Subjects With Nonsense-Mutation-Mediated Cystic Fibrosis

Status
Completed
Phases
Phase 3
Study type
Interventional
Source
ClinicalTrials.gov
Registry ID
NCT01140451
Enrollment
191
Registered
2010-06-09
Start date
2010-08-12
Completion date
2013-12-02
Last updated
2020-10-19

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Conditions

Cystic Fibrosis

Brief summary

Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a genetic disorder caused by a mutation in the gene that makes the cystic fibrosis transmembrane conductance regulator (CFTR) protein. A specific type of mutation called a nonsense (premature stop codon) mutation is the cause of CF in approximately 10% of patients with the disease. Ataluren is an orally delivered investigational drug that has the potential to overcome the effects of the nonsense mutation. This study is a Phase 3 extension trial that will evaluate the long-term safety of ataluren in adult and pediatric participants with nonsense mutation CF (nmCF), as determined by adverse events and laboratory abnormalities. The study will also assess changes in pulmonary function, CF pulmonary exacerbations, health-related quality of life, antibiotic use for CF-related infections, CF-related disruptions to daily living, body weight, and CF pathophysiology. Funding source for this study is the FDA OOPD.

Detailed description

This Phase 3, open-label, safety and efficacy study will be performed at sites in North America, Europe, and Israel. The study will enroll up to approximately 208 participants with nmCF who participated in a previous Phase 3 study of ataluren (PTC124-GD-009-CF \[Study 009\], NCT00803205). Participants will receive study drug 3 times per day (TID) (at breakfast, lunch, and dinner) for approximately 48 weeks (approximately 1 year). Study assessments will be performed at clinic visits every 8 weeks.

Interventions

DRUGAtaluren

Ataluren will be provided as a vanilla-flavored powder to be mixed with water or milk.

Sponsors

Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
CollaboratorOTHER
PTC Therapeutics
Lead SponsorINDUSTRY

Study design

Allocation
NON_RANDOMIZED
Intervention model
PARALLEL
Primary purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
NONE

Masking description

This extension study was not blinded. The investigators and participants remained blinded to the Study 009 treatment assignments throughout participation in Study PTC124-GD-009e-CF.

Eligibility

Sex/Gender
ALL
Age
6 Years to No maximum
Healthy volunteers
No

Inclusion criteria

* Completion of blinded study drug treatment in the previous Phase 3 study (PTC124-GD-009-CF). * Ability to provide written informed consent (parental/guardian consent if applicable)/assent (if \<18 years of age). * In participants who are sexually active, willingness to abstain from sexual intercourse or employ a barrier or medical method of contraception during ataluren administration and the 4-week follow up period. * Willingness and ability to comply with scheduled visits, drug administration plan, study procedures, laboratory tests, and study restrictions.

Exclusion criteria

* Known hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients or excipients of the study drug (list provided at study sites). * Current pregnancy or lactating, or pregnancy or lactating during the previous Phase 3 study. * Ongoing participation in any other therapeutic clinical trial. * Prior or ongoing medical condition (for example, concomitant illness, psychiatric condition, behavioral disorder, alcoholism, drug abuse), medical history, physical findings, ECG findings, or laboratory abnormality that, in the Investigator's opinion, could adversely affect the safety of the participant, makes it unlikely that the course of treatment or follow up would be completed, or could impair the assessment of study results.

Design outcomes

Primary

MeasureTime frameDescription
Percentage of Participants With Treatment-Emergent Adverse Events (TEAEs)Baseline (Week 1 [Total Study Week 48]) up to 4 Weeks Post-Treatment (Week 100 [Total Study Week 148]) or Premature Discontinuation (PD) (whichever occurred first)A TEAE was any untoward medical occurrence in a participant who received study drug without regard to possibility of causal relationship that occurred or worsened in the period extending from the first dose of study drug to 6 weeks after the last dose of study drug. A serious adverse event (SAE) was an adverse event (AE) resulting in any of the following outcomes or deemed significant for any other reason: death; initial or prolonged inpatient hospitalization; life-threatening experience (immediate risk of dying); persistent or significant disability/incapacity; congenital anomaly. AEs included both SAEs and non-serious AEs. AE severity was graded as follows: Grade 1: mild; Grade 2: moderate; Grade 3: severe; Grade 4: life-threatening; Grade 5: fatal. A TEAE was considered related if in the opinion of the Investigator it was possibly or probably caused by the study drug. A summary of other non-serious AEs and all SAEs, regardless of causality is located in the Adverse Events module.
Number of Participants With Any Treatment-Emergent Laboratory Abnormality (TELA)Baseline (Week 1 [Total Study Week 48]) up to 4 Weeks Post-Treatment (Week 100 [Total Study Week 148]) or PD (whichever occurred first)A TELA is any abnormal laboratory value that started or worsened after administration of study drug. Abnormal values were defined as values outside normal range. Values considered abnormal included -Hepatic: Serum total bilirubin ≥1.5\*upper limit of normal (ULN); serum gamma glutamyl transferase \>2.5\*ULN; serum alanine aminotransferase increase of \>150 units/liter (U/L) without increased creatine kinase; -Adrenal: plasma adrenocorticotropic hormone \>ULN (normal cortisol); -Renal: serum cystatin C \>1.33 milligrams (mg)/L; serum creatinine \>ULN-1.5\*ULN for age; serum blood urea nitrogen ≥1.5\*ULN; urine protein:creatinine \>0.40 mg/deciliter (dL):mg/dL; urine protein:osmolality \>0.30 mg/L:milliosmoles/kilogram; urine blood 2+; - Serum Electrolytes: serum sodium \>150 millimoles (mmol)/L, \<130 mmol/L; serum potassium \>5.5, \<3.0 mmol/L; serum magnesium \>1.23 mmol/L, \<0.5 mmol/L; total serum calcium \>2.9 mmol/L, \<2.0 mmol/L; serum phosphorous \<0.8 mmol/L; serum biocarbonate- \<16 mmol/L.

Secondary

MeasureTime frameDescription
Percent-Predicted of Forced Vital Capacity (FVC) at BaselineBaseline (Week 1 [Total Study Week 48])Spirometry was used to assess pulmonary function by measuring the percent-predicted, which was determined on the basis of the height value obtained at the same study visit, for FVC (the amount of air that can be exhaled after taking a deep breath). Spirometry was validated by using current guidelines of the ATS and ERS. Baseline was defined as Week 1 or the most recent value of percent-predicted FVC prior to the first dose of open-label treatment in Study 009e.
Percentage Change From Baseline in Percent-Predicted of FVC at Weeks 48 and 96Week 48 (Total Study Week 96), EOT (Week 96 [Total Study Week 144])Spirometry was used to assess pulmonary function by measuring the percent-predicted, which was determined on the basis of the height value obtained at the same study visit, for FVC (the amount of air that can be exhaled after taking a deep breath). Spirometry was validated by using current guidelines of the ATS and ERS. The percentage of change in percent-predicted of FVC was calculated as follows: ((percent-predicted FVC-Baseline percent-predicted FVC)/Baseline percent-predicted FVC)\*100. Baseline was defined as Week 1 or the most recent value of percent-predicted FVC prior to the first dose of open-label treatment in Study 009e. A positive change from Baseline indicates that FVC improved.
Percent-Predicted of Forced Expiratory Flow Between 25% and 75% of Expiration (FEF25-75) at BaselineBaseline (Week 1 [Total Study Week 48])Spirometry was used to assess pulmonary function by measuring the percent-predicted, which was determined on the basis of the height value obtained at the same study visit, for FEF25-75 (the rate of air flow during the middle part of an exhalation). Spirometry was validated by using current guidelines of the ATS and ERS. Baseline was defined as Week 1 or the most recent value of percent-predicted FEF25-75 prior to the first dose of open-label treatment in Study 009e.
Percentage Change From Baseline in Percent-Predicted of FEF25-75 at Weeks 48 and 96Week 48 (Total Study Week 96), EOT (Week 96 [Total Study Week 144])Spirometry was used to assess pulmonary function by measuring the percent-predicted, which was determined on the basis of the height value obtained at the same study visit, for FEF25-75 (the rate of air flow during the middle part of an exhalation). Spirometry was validated by using current guidelines of the ATS and ERS. The percentage of change in percent-predicted of FEF25-75 was calculated as follows: ((percent-predicted FEF25-75-Baseline percent-predicted FEF25-75)/Baseline percent-predicted FEF25-75)\*100. Baseline was defined as Week 1 or the most recent value of percent-predicted FEF25-75 prior to the first dose of open-label treatment in Study 009e. A positive change from Baseline indicates that FEF25-75 improved.
Number of Participants With Pulmonary Exacerbations as Defined by Modified Fuch's CriteriaBaseline (Week 1 [Total Study Week 48]) up to Week 48 and EOT (Week 96) (Total Study Weeks 96 and 144)A Respiratory Event Form (REF), which collected data on various signs, symptoms, and effects for each event, was completed by the Investigator when informed by the participant of a respiratory event. Pulmonary exacerbations were assessed by using the modified Fuchs' criteria, which defines an exacerbation as a respiratory event requiring treatment with parenteral antibiotics for any 4 of the following 12 symptoms with or without intravenous (IV) antibiotics: change in sputum; new or increased hemoptysis; increased cough; increased dyspnea; fatigue; temperature \>38°C; anorexia; sinus pain; change in sinus discharge; change in physical examination of the chest; or decrease in pulmonary function by 10% or more from a previously recorded value; or radiographic changes indicative of pulmonary function.
Rate of Pulmonary Exacerbations as Defined by Modified Fuch's Criteria Over 48 WeeksBaseline (Week 1 [Total Study Week 48]) up to Week 48 (Total Study Week 96)A REF, which collected data on various signs, symptoms, and effects for each event, was completed by the Investigator when informed by the participant of a respiratory event. Pulmonary function was assessed by using the modified Fuchs' criteria, which defines an exacerbation as a respiratory event requiring treatment with parenteral antibiotics for any 4 of the following 12 symptoms with or without treatment with IV antibiotics: change in sputum; new or increased hemoptysis; increased cough; increased dyspnea; fatigue; temperature \>38°C; anorexia; sinus pain; change in sinus discharge; change in physical examination of the chest; decrease in pulmonary function by 10% or more from a previously recorded value; or radiographic changes indicative of pulmonary function. The 48-week exacerbation rate was determined by adding the weekly rates for each arm for each 48-week period and dividing the sum by 48.
Duration of Pulmonary Exacerbations as Defined by Modified Fuch's CriteriaWeeks 43 up to 48 and Weeks 91 up to 96 (Total Study Weeks 91 up to 96 and Weeks 139 up to 144)A REF, which collected data on various signs, symptoms, and effects for each event, was completed by the Investigator when informed by the participant of a respiratory event. Pulmonary function was assessed by using the modified Fuchs' criteria, which defines an exacerbation as a respiratory event requiring treatment with parenteral antibiotics for any 4 of the following 12 symptoms with or without treatment with IV antibiotics: change in sputum; new or increased hemoptysis; increased cough; increased dyspnea; fatigue; temperature \>38°C; anorexia; sinus pain; change in sinus discharge; change in physical examination of the chest; decrease in pulmonary function by 10% or more from a previously recorded value; or radiographic changes indicative of pulmonary function. Duration over a 5-week interval is presented. The duration was calculated as follows: estimated date of return to a stable state (as determined by the Investigator) - estimated date of onset of symptoms.
Number of Participants With Severe Pulmonary Exacerbations as Defined by Modified Fuch's CriteriaWeeks 43 up to 48 and Weeks 91 up to 96 (Total Study Weeks 91 up to 96 and Weeks 139 up to 144)A REF, which collected data on various signs, symptoms, and effects for each event, was completed by the Investigator when informed by the participant of a respiratory event. Pulmonary function was assessed by using the modified Fuchs' criteria, which defines an exacerbation as a respiratory event requiring treatment with parenteral antibiotics for any 4 of the following 12 symptoms with or without treatment with IV antibiotics: change in sputum; new or increased hemoptysis; increased cough; increased dyspnea; fatigue; temperature \>38°C; anorexia; sinus pain; change in sinus discharge; change in physical examination of the chest; decrease in pulmonary function by 10% or more from a previously recorded value; or radiographic changes indicative of pulmonary function. Severity of pulmonary exacerbations over a 5-week interval is presented. The severity of pulmonary exacerbations were graded as mild, moderate, or severe.
Change From Baseline for the Respiratory Domain Score of the Cystic Fibrosis (CF) Questionnaire-Revised (CFQ-R) at Weeks 48 and 96Baseline (Week 1 [Total Study Week 48]), Week 48 (Total Study Week 96), EOT (Week 96 [Total Study Week 144])The CFQ-R consists of 44 items, including generic scales of physical functioning, role functioning, vitality, health perceptions, emotional functioning, and social functioning, and CF-specific scales of respiratory and digestive symptoms, body image, eating disturbances, and treatment burden. Questions are scored on a scale from 1 to 4, with higher scores indicating better quality of life (QOL). For some questions, the scale was reversed, so that 1 indicated better QOL. Domain scores were linearly transformed to a 0-100 scale, so that higher scores indicate better QOL. Domain scores were calculated by using the following formula: 100 \* (sum of responses - minimum possible sum)/ (maximum possible sum - minimum possible sum). The minimum possible sum = number of questions \* 1; the maximum possible = the number of questions \* 4. Baseline was Week 1. A negative change from Baseline indicates that health has worsened. Participants may have switched age groups during the study.
Percentage of Predicted Function (Percent-Predicted) of Forced Expiratory Volume in 1 Second (FEV1) at BaselineBaseline (Week 1 [Total Study Week 48])Spirometry was used to assess pulmonary function by measuring the percent-predicted, which was determined on the basis of the height value obtained at the same study visit, for FEV1 (the amount of air that can be exhaled in 1 second). Spirometry was validated by using current guidelines of the American Thoracic Society (ATS) and European Respiratory Society (ERS). Baseline was defined as Week 1 or the most recent value of percent-predicted FEV1 prior to the first dose of open-label treatment in Study 009e.
Predose Concentration of AtalurenPredose at Weeks 1, 16, 32, 48, 64, 80 and EOT (Week 96) (Total Study Weeks 48, 64, 80 96, 112, 128, and 144, respectively)Blood samples were drawn immediately before administration of the first daily dose (dose taken with breakfast) of ataluren. Whenever possible, the predose sample was to be obtained within 15 minutes of study ataluren administration.
Number of Participants Who Required Interventions for Pulmonary SymptomsBaseline (Week 1 [Total Study Week 48]) up to EOT (Week 96 [Total Study Week 144])During treatment, any interventions including hospitalization or use of oral, inhaled, or IV antibiotics was documented if it was due to an exacerbation-like episode. A summary of other non-serious AEs and all SAEs, regardless of causality is located in the Adverse Events module.
Number of Participants With Disruptions in Activities of Daily Living Because of Pulmonary SymptomsBaseline (Week 1 [Total Study Week 48]) up to EOT (Week 96 [Total Study Week 144])During treatment, participants reported when they missed school or work because of pulmonary symptoms. A summary of other non-serious AEs and all SAEs, regardless of causality is located in the Adverse Events module.
Duration of Disruptions in Activities of Daily Living Because of Pulmonary SymptomsBaseline (Week 1 [Total Study Week 48]) up to EOT (Week 96 [Total Study Week 144])During treatment, participants reported when they missed school or work because of pulmonary symptoms. If Event Date was before Day 1 (Baseline) Date, Study Day = Event Date - First Dose Date. If Event Date was on or after Day 1 Date, Study Day = Event Date - First Dose Date + 1. The Duration = Return to Stable Date - Onset Date. Participants with a respiratory event that was ongoing when the participant was discontinued from the study were considered as not evaluable. A summary of other non-serious AEs and all SAEs, regardless of causality is located in the Adverse Events module.
Change From Baseline in Body Weight at Weeks 48 and 96Baseline (Week 1 [Total Study Week 48]), Week 48 (Total Study Week 96), EOT (Week 96 [Total Study Week 144])Participants were weighed, and the weight was recorded at Baseline and then every 8 weeks during the treatment period. Baseline was Week 1. A positive change from Baseline indicates that weight increased.
Change From Baseline in Body Mass Index (BMI) at Weeks 48 and 96Baseline (Week 1 [Total Study Week 48]), Week 48 (Total Study Week 96), EOT (Week 96 [Total Study Week 144])Participants were weighed and measured and the weight and height were recorded at each visit. The BMI was determined by dividing the participant's weight by his or her height. Baseline was Week 1. A positive change from Baseline indicates that BMI increased.
Total Lung Computed Tomography (CT) Score at Weeks 48 and 96Week 48 (Total Study Week 96) and EOT (Week 96 [Total Study Week 144])Lungs were imaged by using non-contrast, spiral CT. The administration of CT scans was discontinued for this study via a memorandum sent to all Investigators, based on the results of Study 009, which showed that this exploratory endpoint failed to discriminate active treatment from placebo over the 48-week study period. Therefore, this Outcome Measure was removed from the study as a Secondary Outcome Measure and the CT scans that were administered for this study were not reviewed or analyzed for this Outcome Measure.
Change From Baseline in the Nasal Transepithelial Potential Difference (TEPD) at Week 48Baseline (Week 1 [Total Study Week 48]) and Week 48 (Total Study Week 96)TEPD was to be assessed in each nostril by using standardized equipment, techniques, and solutions. Collection of nasal TEPD tracings was discontinued for this study via a memorandum sent to all Investigators, based on the results of Study 009, which showed that this biomarker failed to discriminate active treatment from placebo over the 48-week study period. Therefore, this Outcome Measure was removed from the study as a Secondary Outcome Measure and none of the nasal TEPD tracings were reviewed or analyzed for this Outcome Measure.
Change From Baseline in the Concentration of Sweat Chloride at Week 48Baseline (Week 1 [Total Study Week 48]), Week 48 (Total Study Week 96)Sweat was collected, from each arm, by using pilocarpine iontophoresis. The chloride concentration in the sweat was quantified for each arm by using standard laboratory methods. Tests were considered valid if the sweat collection time was ≤35 minutes; tests with longer collection times were also considered valid if extra time was needed to obtain sufficient volume (≥15uL) for analysis. For analysis purposes, the average of the values from each arm were computed. If the assessment was valid and/or available in only 1 arm, this value was used as if it were the average of both arms. The method used was consistent with the guidelines of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Therapeutics - Therapeutic Development Network. Baseline was the most recent value of sweat chloride prior to treatment in Study 009e. A positive change from Baseline indicates that sweat chloride concentration increased.
Rate of Study Drug ComplianceBaseline (Week 1 [Total Study Week 48]) up to EOT (Week 96 [Total Study Week 144])The rate of compliance was defined as the number of actual doses taken divided by the number of planned doses \* 100. Participant-reported data were obtained from the participant's compliance log, which was completed by the participant or the caregiver. The participant or caregiver reported how many doses were taken. Compliance by drug accountability was determined by counting used and unused study drug sachets. All calculations were based on the records of the first dose date to the last dose date.
Percentage Change From Baseline in Percent-Predicted of FEV1 at Weeks 48 and 96Week 48 (Total Study Week 96), End of Treatment (EOT) (Week 96 [Total Study Week 144])Spirometry was used to assess pulmonary function by measuring the percent-predicted, which was determined on the basis of the height value obtained at the same study visit, for FEV1 (the amount of air that can be exhaled in 1 second). Spirometry was validated by using current guidelines of the American Thoracic Society (ATS) and European Respiratory Society (ERS). The percentage of change in percent-predicted of FEV1 was calculated as follows: ((percent-predicted FEV1-Baseline percent-predicted FEV1)/Baseline percent-predicted FEV1)\*100. Baseline was defined as Week 1 or the most recent value of percent-predicted FEV1 prior to the first dose of open-label treatment in Study 009e. A positive change from Baseline indicates that FEV1 improved.

Countries

Belgium, Canada, France, Germany, Israel, Italy, Netherlands, Spain, Sweden, United Kingdom, United States

Participant flow

Recruitment details

This was a multicenter, open-label extension study of the safety and efficacy of ataluren in male and female participants with nonsense mutation cystic fibrosis (nmCF) aged ≥6 years who successfully completed Study PTC124-GD-009-CF (NCT00803205 \[Study 009\]).

Pre-assignment details

Participants began the open-label extension study immediately after completing end-of-study visit (Week 48) in Study 009 to avoid interruption in treatment. Most assessments performed at Study 009's final visit were used as Baseline assessments in Study PTC124-GD-009e-CF (009e). Investigators and participants remained blinded to Study 009 dosing.

Participants by arm

ArmCount
Ataluren/Ataluren
Participants who received double-blind ataluren during Study 009 continued to receive open-label ataluren taken 3 times per day (TID): 10 milligram (mg)/kilogram (kg) of body weight with breakfast, 10 mg/kg with lunch, and 20 mg/kg with dinner (total dose 40 mg/kg/day), for up to 96 weeks. Participants were followed for 4 weeks after treatment.
95
Placebo/Ataluren
Participants who received double-blind placebo during Study 009 received open-label ataluren TID: 10 mg/kg of body weight with breakfast, 10 mg/kg with lunch, and 20 mg/kg with dinner (total dose 40 mg/kg/day), for up to 96 weeks. Participants were followed for 4 weeks after treatment.
96
Total191

Withdrawals & dropouts

PeriodReasonFG000FG001
Overall StudyAdverse Event26
Overall StudyLost to Follow-up20
Overall StudyParticipants Planning Pregnancy30
Overall StudyPhysician Decision53
Overall StudyWithdrawal by Subject2633

Baseline characteristics

CharacteristicAtaluren/AtalurenPlacebo/AtalurenTotal
Age, Continuous22.9 years
STANDARD_DEVIATION 10.04
24.9 years
STANDARD_DEVIATION 9.29
23.9 years
STANDARD_DEVIATION 9.7
Sex: Female, Male
Female
48 Participants49 Participants97 Participants
Sex: Female, Male
Male
47 Participants47 Participants94 Participants

Adverse events

Event typeEG000
affected / at risk
EG001
affected / at risk
EG002
affected / at risk
deaths
Total, all-cause mortality
— / —— / —— / —
other
Total, other adverse events
95 / 9594 / 96189 / 191
serious
Total, serious adverse events
48 / 9557 / 96105 / 191

Outcome results

Primary

Number of Participants With Any Treatment-Emergent Laboratory Abnormality (TELA)

A TELA is any abnormal laboratory value that started or worsened after administration of study drug. Abnormal values were defined as values outside normal range. Values considered abnormal included -Hepatic: Serum total bilirubin ≥1.5\*upper limit of normal (ULN); serum gamma glutamyl transferase \>2.5\*ULN; serum alanine aminotransferase increase of \>150 units/liter (U/L) without increased creatine kinase; -Adrenal: plasma adrenocorticotropic hormone \>ULN (normal cortisol); -Renal: serum cystatin C \>1.33 milligrams (mg)/L; serum creatinine \>ULN-1.5\*ULN for age; serum blood urea nitrogen ≥1.5\*ULN; urine protein:creatinine \>0.40 mg/deciliter (dL):mg/dL; urine protein:osmolality \>0.30 mg/L:milliosmoles/kilogram; urine blood 2+; - Serum Electrolytes: serum sodium \>150 millimoles (mmol)/L, \<130 mmol/L; serum potassium \>5.5, \<3.0 mmol/L; serum magnesium \>1.23 mmol/L, \<0.5 mmol/L; total serum calcium \>2.9 mmol/L, \<2.0 mmol/L; serum phosphorous \<0.8 mmol/L; serum biocarbonate- \<16 mmol/L.

Time frame: Baseline (Week 1 [Total Study Week 48]) up to 4 Weeks Post-Treatment (Week 100 [Total Study Week 148]) or PD (whichever occurred first)

Population: The Study 009e As-Treated Population: participants who received at least 1 dose of study drug.

ArmMeasureGroupValue (COUNT_OF_PARTICIPANTS)
Ataluren/AtalurenNumber of Participants With Any Treatment-Emergent Laboratory Abnormality (TELA)Renal laboratory abnormality13 Participants
Ataluren/AtalurenNumber of Participants With Any Treatment-Emergent Laboratory Abnormality (TELA)Serum electrolyte laboratory abnormality39 Participants
Ataluren/AtalurenNumber of Participants With Any Treatment-Emergent Laboratory Abnormality (TELA)Hepatic laboratory abnormality44 Participants
Ataluren/AtalurenNumber of Participants With Any Treatment-Emergent Laboratory Abnormality (TELA)Adrenal laboratory abnormality5 Participants
Placebo/AtalurenNumber of Participants With Any Treatment-Emergent Laboratory Abnormality (TELA)Adrenal laboratory abnormality3 Participants
Placebo/AtalurenNumber of Participants With Any Treatment-Emergent Laboratory Abnormality (TELA)Renal laboratory abnormality18 Participants
Placebo/AtalurenNumber of Participants With Any Treatment-Emergent Laboratory Abnormality (TELA)Hepatic laboratory abnormality49 Participants
Placebo/AtalurenNumber of Participants With Any Treatment-Emergent Laboratory Abnormality (TELA)Serum electrolyte laboratory abnormality47 Participants
Primary

Percentage of Participants With Treatment-Emergent Adverse Events (TEAEs)

A TEAE was any untoward medical occurrence in a participant who received study drug without regard to possibility of causal relationship that occurred or worsened in the period extending from the first dose of study drug to 6 weeks after the last dose of study drug. A serious adverse event (SAE) was an adverse event (AE) resulting in any of the following outcomes or deemed significant for any other reason: death; initial or prolonged inpatient hospitalization; life-threatening experience (immediate risk of dying); persistent or significant disability/incapacity; congenital anomaly. AEs included both SAEs and non-serious AEs. AE severity was graded as follows: Grade 1: mild; Grade 2: moderate; Grade 3: severe; Grade 4: life-threatening; Grade 5: fatal. A TEAE was considered related if in the opinion of the Investigator it was possibly or probably caused by the study drug. A summary of other non-serious AEs and all SAEs, regardless of causality is located in the Adverse Events module.

Time frame: Baseline (Week 1 [Total Study Week 48]) up to 4 Weeks Post-Treatment (Week 100 [Total Study Week 148]) or Premature Discontinuation (PD) (whichever occurred first)

Population: The Study 009e As-Treated Population: participants who received at least 1 dose of study drug.

ArmMeasureGroupValue (NUMBER)
Ataluren/AtalurenPercentage of Participants With Treatment-Emergent Adverse Events (TEAEs)At least 1 TEAE100 percent of participants
Ataluren/AtalurenPercentage of Participants With Treatment-Emergent Adverse Events (TEAEs)Grade 1 TEAE14.7 percent of participants
Ataluren/AtalurenPercentage of Participants With Treatment-Emergent Adverse Events (TEAEs)Grade 2 TEAE62.1 percent of participants
Ataluren/AtalurenPercentage of Participants With Treatment-Emergent Adverse Events (TEAEs)Grade 3 TEAE23.2 percent of participants
Ataluren/AtalurenPercentage of Participants With Treatment-Emergent Adverse Events (TEAEs)Grade 4 TEAE0 percent of participants
Ataluren/AtalurenPercentage of Participants With Treatment-Emergent Adverse Events (TEAEs)Grade 5 TEAE0 percent of participants
Ataluren/AtalurenPercentage of Participants With Treatment-Emergent Adverse Events (TEAEs)Unrelated TEAE29.5 percent of participants
Ataluren/AtalurenPercentage of Participants With Treatment-Emergent Adverse Events (TEAEs)Unlikely related TEAE37.9 percent of participants
Ataluren/AtalurenPercentage of Participants With Treatment-Emergent Adverse Events (TEAEs)Possibly related TEAE28.4 percent of participants
Ataluren/AtalurenPercentage of Participants With Treatment-Emergent Adverse Events (TEAEs)Probably related TEAE4.2 percent of participants
Ataluren/AtalurenPercentage of Participants With Treatment-Emergent Adverse Events (TEAEs)Discontinued due to TEAE2.1 percent of participants
Ataluren/AtalurenPercentage of Participants With Treatment-Emergent Adverse Events (TEAEs)Serious TEAE50.5 percent of participants
Placebo/AtalurenPercentage of Participants With Treatment-Emergent Adverse Events (TEAEs)Discontinued due to TEAE6.3 percent of participants
Placebo/AtalurenPercentage of Participants With Treatment-Emergent Adverse Events (TEAEs)At least 1 TEAE97.9 percent of participants
Placebo/AtalurenPercentage of Participants With Treatment-Emergent Adverse Events (TEAEs)Unrelated TEAE26.0 percent of participants
Placebo/AtalurenPercentage of Participants With Treatment-Emergent Adverse Events (TEAEs)Grade 1 TEAE18.8 percent of participants
Placebo/AtalurenPercentage of Participants With Treatment-Emergent Adverse Events (TEAEs)Probably related TEAE7.3 percent of participants
Placebo/AtalurenPercentage of Participants With Treatment-Emergent Adverse Events (TEAEs)Grade 2 TEAE51.0 percent of participants
Placebo/AtalurenPercentage of Participants With Treatment-Emergent Adverse Events (TEAEs)Unlikely related TEAE33.3 percent of participants
Placebo/AtalurenPercentage of Participants With Treatment-Emergent Adverse Events (TEAEs)Grade 3 TEAE26.0 percent of participants
Placebo/AtalurenPercentage of Participants With Treatment-Emergent Adverse Events (TEAEs)Serious TEAE57.3 percent of participants
Placebo/AtalurenPercentage of Participants With Treatment-Emergent Adverse Events (TEAEs)Grade 4 TEAE1.0 percent of participants
Placebo/AtalurenPercentage of Participants With Treatment-Emergent Adverse Events (TEAEs)Possibly related TEAE31.3 percent of participants
Placebo/AtalurenPercentage of Participants With Treatment-Emergent Adverse Events (TEAEs)Grade 5 TEAE1.0 percent of participants
Secondary

Change From Baseline for the Respiratory Domain Score of the Cystic Fibrosis (CF) Questionnaire-Revised (CFQ-R) at Weeks 48 and 96

The CFQ-R consists of 44 items, including generic scales of physical functioning, role functioning, vitality, health perceptions, emotional functioning, and social functioning, and CF-specific scales of respiratory and digestive symptoms, body image, eating disturbances, and treatment burden. Questions are scored on a scale from 1 to 4, with higher scores indicating better quality of life (QOL). For some questions, the scale was reversed, so that 1 indicated better QOL. Domain scores were linearly transformed to a 0-100 scale, so that higher scores indicate better QOL. Domain scores were calculated by using the following formula: 100 \* (sum of responses - minimum possible sum)/ (maximum possible sum - minimum possible sum). The minimum possible sum = number of questions \* 1; the maximum possible = the number of questions \* 4. Baseline was Week 1. A negative change from Baseline indicates that health has worsened. Participants may have switched age groups during the study.

Time frame: Baseline (Week 1 [Total Study Week 48]), Week 48 (Total Study Week 96), EOT (Week 96 [Total Study Week 144])

Population: The Study 009e As-Treated Population: participants who received at least 1 dose of study drug. Here, 'Number Analyzed' signifies participants evaluable for specified categories.

ArmMeasureGroupValue (MEAN)Dispersion
Ataluren/AtalurenChange From Baseline for the Respiratory Domain Score of the Cystic Fibrosis (CF) Questionnaire-Revised (CFQ-R) at Weeks 48 and 96Age ≥14 years, Baseline66.181 units on a scaleStandard Deviation 20.5449
Ataluren/AtalurenChange From Baseline for the Respiratory Domain Score of the Cystic Fibrosis (CF) Questionnaire-Revised (CFQ-R) at Weeks 48 and 96Aged 6-11 years, Baseline83.333 units on a scaleStandard Deviation 8.9087
Ataluren/AtalurenChange From Baseline for the Respiratory Domain Score of the Cystic Fibrosis (CF) Questionnaire-Revised (CFQ-R) at Weeks 48 and 96Age ≥14 years, Change From Baseline at Week 482.691 units on a scaleStandard Deviation 17.428
Ataluren/AtalurenChange From Baseline for the Respiratory Domain Score of the Cystic Fibrosis (CF) Questionnaire-Revised (CFQ-R) at Weeks 48 and 96Age ≥14 years, Change From Baseline at Week 965.039 units on a scaleStandard Deviation 16.4811
Ataluren/AtalurenChange From Baseline for the Respiratory Domain Score of the Cystic Fibrosis (CF) Questionnaire-Revised (CFQ-R) at Weeks 48 and 96Aged 12-13 years, Baseline75.000 units on a scaleStandard Deviation 16.6667
Ataluren/AtalurenChange From Baseline for the Respiratory Domain Score of the Cystic Fibrosis (CF) Questionnaire-Revised (CFQ-R) at Weeks 48 and 96All participants, Baseline68.203 units on a scaleStandard Deviation 20.1408
Ataluren/AtalurenChange From Baseline for the Respiratory Domain Score of the Cystic Fibrosis (CF) Questionnaire-Revised (CFQ-R) at Weeks 48 and 96Aged 6-11 years, Change From Baseline at Week 48-13.095 units on a scaleStandard Deviation 19.7538
Ataluren/AtalurenChange From Baseline for the Respiratory Domain Score of the Cystic Fibrosis (CF) Questionnaire-Revised (CFQ-R) at Weeks 48 and 96All participants, Change From Baseline at Week 480.722 units on a scaleStandard Deviation 17.7087
Ataluren/AtalurenChange From Baseline for the Respiratory Domain Score of the Cystic Fibrosis (CF) Questionnaire-Revised (CFQ-R) at Weeks 48 and 96Aged 12-13 years, Change From Baseline at Week 480 units on a scaleStandard Deviation 11.7851
Ataluren/AtalurenChange From Baseline for the Respiratory Domain Score of the Cystic Fibrosis (CF) Questionnaire-Revised (CFQ-R) at Weeks 48 and 96All participants, Change From Baseline at Week 963.274 units on a scaleStandard Deviation 16.5408
Ataluren/AtalurenChange From Baseline for the Respiratory Domain Score of the Cystic Fibrosis (CF) Questionnaire-Revised (CFQ-R) at Weeks 48 and 96Aged 6-11 years, Change From Baseline at Week 96-5.556 units on a scaleStandard Deviation 10.0922
Placebo/AtalurenChange From Baseline for the Respiratory Domain Score of the Cystic Fibrosis (CF) Questionnaire-Revised (CFQ-R) at Weeks 48 and 96All participants, Change From Baseline at Week 961.625 units on a scaleStandard Deviation 20.6684
Placebo/AtalurenChange From Baseline for the Respiratory Domain Score of the Cystic Fibrosis (CF) Questionnaire-Revised (CFQ-R) at Weeks 48 and 96Age ≥14 years, Change From Baseline at Week 483.819 units on a scaleStandard Deviation 16.2311
Placebo/AtalurenChange From Baseline for the Respiratory Domain Score of the Cystic Fibrosis (CF) Questionnaire-Revised (CFQ-R) at Weeks 48 and 96Aged 6-11 years, Baseline86.111 units on a scaleStandard Deviation 17.3472
Placebo/AtalurenChange From Baseline for the Respiratory Domain Score of the Cystic Fibrosis (CF) Questionnaire-Revised (CFQ-R) at Weeks 48 and 96Aged 6-11 years, Change From Baseline at Week 960 units on a scale
Placebo/AtalurenChange From Baseline for the Respiratory Domain Score of the Cystic Fibrosis (CF) Questionnaire-Revised (CFQ-R) at Weeks 48 and 96Aged 12-13 years, Baseline63.889 units on a scaleStandard Deviation 4.8113
Placebo/AtalurenChange From Baseline for the Respiratory Domain Score of the Cystic Fibrosis (CF) Questionnaire-Revised (CFQ-R) at Weeks 48 and 96Aged 12-13 years, Change From Baseline at Week 4816.667 units on a scaleStandard Deviation 0
Placebo/AtalurenChange From Baseline for the Respiratory Domain Score of the Cystic Fibrosis (CF) Questionnaire-Revised (CFQ-R) at Weeks 48 and 96Age ≥14 years, Baseline65.123 units on a scaleStandard Deviation 18.1322
Placebo/AtalurenChange From Baseline for the Respiratory Domain Score of the Cystic Fibrosis (CF) Questionnaire-Revised (CFQ-R) at Weeks 48 and 96Age ≥14 years, Change From Baseline at Week 961.307 units on a scaleStandard Deviation 20.9228
Placebo/AtalurenChange From Baseline for the Respiratory Domain Score of the Cystic Fibrosis (CF) Questionnaire-Revised (CFQ-R) at Weeks 48 and 96All participants, Baseline65.567 units on a scaleStandard Deviation 18.1927
Placebo/AtalurenChange From Baseline for the Respiratory Domain Score of the Cystic Fibrosis (CF) Questionnaire-Revised (CFQ-R) at Weeks 48 and 96All participants, Change From Baseline at Week 484.365 units on a scaleStandard Deviation 16.0206
Placebo/AtalurenChange From Baseline for the Respiratory Domain Score of the Cystic Fibrosis (CF) Questionnaire-Revised (CFQ-R) at Weeks 48 and 96Aged 6-11 years, Change From Baseline at Week 48-0 units on a scaleStandard Deviation 0
Secondary

Change From Baseline in Body Mass Index (BMI) at Weeks 48 and 96

Participants were weighed and measured and the weight and height were recorded at each visit. The BMI was determined by dividing the participant's weight by his or her height. Baseline was Week 1. A positive change from Baseline indicates that BMI increased.

Time frame: Baseline (Week 1 [Total Study Week 48]), Week 48 (Total Study Week 96), EOT (Week 96 [Total Study Week 144])

Population: The Study 009e As-Treated Population: participants who received at least 1 dose of study drug. Here, 'Number Analyzed' signifies participants evaluable for the specified week.

ArmMeasureGroupValue (MEAN)Dispersion
Ataluren/AtalurenChange From Baseline in Body Mass Index (BMI) at Weeks 48 and 96Baseline20.023 kg/square meter (kg/m^2)Standard Deviation 3.3136
Ataluren/AtalurenChange From Baseline in Body Mass Index (BMI) at Weeks 48 and 96Change From Baseline at Week 480.179 kg/square meter (kg/m^2)Standard Deviation 0.8323
Ataluren/AtalurenChange From Baseline in Body Mass Index (BMI) at Weeks 48 and 96Change From Baseline at Week 960.144 kg/square meter (kg/m^2)Standard Deviation 1.1404
Placebo/AtalurenChange From Baseline in Body Mass Index (BMI) at Weeks 48 and 96Change From Baseline at Week 480.102 kg/square meter (kg/m^2)Standard Deviation 0.9179
Placebo/AtalurenChange From Baseline in Body Mass Index (BMI) at Weeks 48 and 96Baseline21.044 kg/square meter (kg/m^2)Standard Deviation 2.7735
Placebo/AtalurenChange From Baseline in Body Mass Index (BMI) at Weeks 48 and 96Change From Baseline at Week 960.105 kg/square meter (kg/m^2)Standard Deviation 1.1885
Secondary

Change From Baseline in Body Weight at Weeks 48 and 96

Participants were weighed, and the weight was recorded at Baseline and then every 8 weeks during the treatment period. Baseline was Week 1. A positive change from Baseline indicates that weight increased.

Time frame: Baseline (Week 1 [Total Study Week 48]), Week 48 (Total Study Week 96), EOT (Week 96 [Total Study Week 144])

Population: The Study 009e As-Treated Population: participants who received at least 1 dose of study drug. Here, 'Number Analyzed' signifies participants evaluable for the specified week.

ArmMeasureGroupValue (MEAN)Dispersion
Ataluren/AtalurenChange From Baseline in Body Weight at Weeks 48 and 96Baseline53.354 kilograms (kg)Standard Deviation 13.5601
Ataluren/AtalurenChange From Baseline in Body Weight at Weeks 48 and 96Change From Baseline at Week 481.232 kilograms (kg)Standard Deviation 2.8322
Ataluren/AtalurenChange From Baseline in Body Weight at Weeks 48 and 96Change From Baseline at Week 962.149 kilograms (kg)Standard Deviation 5.0803
Placebo/AtalurenChange From Baseline in Body Weight at Weeks 48 and 96Baseline57.444 kilograms (kg)Standard Deviation 11.789
Placebo/AtalurenChange From Baseline in Body Weight at Weeks 48 and 96Change From Baseline at Week 480.540 kilograms (kg)Standard Deviation 2.8287
Placebo/AtalurenChange From Baseline in Body Weight at Weeks 48 and 96Change From Baseline at Week 960.830 kilograms (kg)Standard Deviation 3.644
Secondary

Change From Baseline in the Concentration of Sweat Chloride at Week 48

Sweat was collected, from each arm, by using pilocarpine iontophoresis. The chloride concentration in the sweat was quantified for each arm by using standard laboratory methods. Tests were considered valid if the sweat collection time was ≤35 minutes; tests with longer collection times were also considered valid if extra time was needed to obtain sufficient volume (≥15uL) for analysis. For analysis purposes, the average of the values from each arm were computed. If the assessment was valid and/or available in only 1 arm, this value was used as if it were the average of both arms. The method used was consistent with the guidelines of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Therapeutics - Therapeutic Development Network. Baseline was the most recent value of sweat chloride prior to treatment in Study 009e. A positive change from Baseline indicates that sweat chloride concentration increased.

Time frame: Baseline (Week 1 [Total Study Week 48]), Week 48 (Total Study Week 96)

Population: The Study 009e As-Treated Population: participants who received at least 1 dose of study drug. Here, 'Number Analyzed' signifies participants evaluable for the specified week. One and 4 participants in the ataluren/ataluren and placebo/ataluren groups, respectively, were not evaluable.

ArmMeasureGroupValue (MEAN)Dispersion
Ataluren/AtalurenChange From Baseline in the Concentration of Sweat Chloride at Week 48Baseline100.26 millimoles/literStandard Deviation 13.602
Ataluren/AtalurenChange From Baseline in the Concentration of Sweat Chloride at Week 48Change From Baseline at Week 485.34 millimoles/literStandard Deviation 10.062
Placebo/AtalurenChange From Baseline in the Concentration of Sweat Chloride at Week 48Baseline97.88 millimoles/literStandard Deviation 16.444
Placebo/AtalurenChange From Baseline in the Concentration of Sweat Chloride at Week 48Change From Baseline at Week 483.60 millimoles/literStandard Deviation 14.422
Secondary

Change From Baseline in the Nasal Transepithelial Potential Difference (TEPD) at Week 48

TEPD was to be assessed in each nostril by using standardized equipment, techniques, and solutions. Collection of nasal TEPD tracings was discontinued for this study via a memorandum sent to all Investigators, based on the results of Study 009, which showed that this biomarker failed to discriminate active treatment from placebo over the 48-week study period. Therefore, this Outcome Measure was removed from the study as a Secondary Outcome Measure and none of the nasal TEPD tracings were reviewed or analyzed for this Outcome Measure.

Time frame: Baseline (Week 1 [Total Study Week 48]) and Week 48 (Total Study Week 96)

Population: The Study 009e As-Treated Population: participants who received at least 1 dose of study drug. Here, 'Number analyzed' signifies the number of participants analyzed for the specified weeks for this Outcome Measure.

ArmMeasureGroupValue
UnknownChange From Baseline in the Nasal Transepithelial Potential Difference (TEPD) at Week 48Baseline
UnknownChange From Baseline in the Nasal Transepithelial Potential Difference (TEPD) at Week 48Change From Baseline at Week 48
Secondary

Duration of Disruptions in Activities of Daily Living Because of Pulmonary Symptoms

During treatment, participants reported when they missed school or work because of pulmonary symptoms. If Event Date was before Day 1 (Baseline) Date, Study Day = Event Date - First Dose Date. If Event Date was on or after Day 1 Date, Study Day = Event Date - First Dose Date + 1. The Duration = Return to Stable Date - Onset Date. Participants with a respiratory event that was ongoing when the participant was discontinued from the study were considered as not evaluable. A summary of other non-serious AEs and all SAEs, regardless of causality is located in the Adverse Events module.

Time frame: Baseline (Week 1 [Total Study Week 48]) up to EOT (Week 96 [Total Study Week 144])

Population: The Study 009e As-Treated Population: participants who received at least 1 dose of study drug.

ArmMeasureGroupValue (MEDIAN)
Ataluren/AtalurenDuration of Disruptions in Activities of Daily Living Because of Pulmonary SymptomsMissed at Least 1 Day of School25.0 days
Ataluren/AtalurenDuration of Disruptions in Activities of Daily Living Because of Pulmonary SymptomsMissed at Least 1 Day of Work25.0 days
Placebo/AtalurenDuration of Disruptions in Activities of Daily Living Because of Pulmonary SymptomsMissed at Least 1 Day of School21.5 days
Placebo/AtalurenDuration of Disruptions in Activities of Daily Living Because of Pulmonary SymptomsMissed at Least 1 Day of Work22.0 days
Secondary

Duration of Pulmonary Exacerbations as Defined by Modified Fuch's Criteria

A REF, which collected data on various signs, symptoms, and effects for each event, was completed by the Investigator when informed by the participant of a respiratory event. Pulmonary function was assessed by using the modified Fuchs' criteria, which defines an exacerbation as a respiratory event requiring treatment with parenteral antibiotics for any 4 of the following 12 symptoms with or without treatment with IV antibiotics: change in sputum; new or increased hemoptysis; increased cough; increased dyspnea; fatigue; temperature \>38°C; anorexia; sinus pain; change in sinus discharge; change in physical examination of the chest; decrease in pulmonary function by 10% or more from a previously recorded value; or radiographic changes indicative of pulmonary function. Duration over a 5-week interval is presented. The duration was calculated as follows: estimated date of return to a stable state (as determined by the Investigator) - estimated date of onset of symptoms.

Time frame: Weeks 43 up to 48 and Weeks 91 up to 96 (Total Study Weeks 91 up to 96 and Weeks 139 up to 144)

Population: The Study 009e As-Treated Population: participants who received at least 1 dose of study drug. Here, 'Number Analyzed' signifies participants evaluable for the specified week.

ArmMeasureGroupValue (MEAN)
Ataluren/AtalurenDuration of Pulmonary Exacerbations as Defined by Modified Fuch's CriteriaWeek 43 up to Week 483.675 days
Ataluren/AtalurenDuration of Pulmonary Exacerbations as Defined by Modified Fuch's CriteriaWeek 91 up to Week 963.567 days
Placebo/AtalurenDuration of Pulmonary Exacerbations as Defined by Modified Fuch's CriteriaWeek 43 up to Week 484.734 days
Placebo/AtalurenDuration of Pulmonary Exacerbations as Defined by Modified Fuch's CriteriaWeek 91 up to Week 963.912 days
Secondary

Number of Participants Who Required Interventions for Pulmonary Symptoms

During treatment, any interventions including hospitalization or use of oral, inhaled, or IV antibiotics was documented if it was due to an exacerbation-like episode. A summary of other non-serious AEs and all SAEs, regardless of causality is located in the Adverse Events module.

Time frame: Baseline (Week 1 [Total Study Week 48]) up to EOT (Week 96 [Total Study Week 144])

Population: The Study 009e As-Treated Population: participants who received at least 1 dose of study drug.

ArmMeasureGroupValue (COUNT_OF_PARTICIPANTS)
Ataluren/AtalurenNumber of Participants Who Required Interventions for Pulmonary SymptomsHospitalization44 Participants
Ataluren/AtalurenNumber of Participants Who Required Interventions for Pulmonary SymptomsUse of Inhaled Antibiotics10 Participants
Ataluren/AtalurenNumber of Participants Who Required Interventions for Pulmonary SymptomsUse of Intravenous Antibiotics80 Participants
Placebo/AtalurenNumber of Participants Who Required Interventions for Pulmonary SymptomsHospitalization49 Participants
Placebo/AtalurenNumber of Participants Who Required Interventions for Pulmonary SymptomsUse of Inhaled Antibiotics18 Participants
Placebo/AtalurenNumber of Participants Who Required Interventions for Pulmonary SymptomsUse of Intravenous Antibiotics80 Participants
Secondary

Number of Participants With Disruptions in Activities of Daily Living Because of Pulmonary Symptoms

During treatment, participants reported when they missed school or work because of pulmonary symptoms. A summary of other non-serious AEs and all SAEs, regardless of causality is located in the Adverse Events module.

Time frame: Baseline (Week 1 [Total Study Week 48]) up to EOT (Week 96 [Total Study Week 144])

Population: The Study 009e As-Treated Population: participants who received at least 1 dose of study drug.

ArmMeasureGroupValue (COUNT_OF_PARTICIPANTS)
Ataluren/AtalurenNumber of Participants With Disruptions in Activities of Daily Living Because of Pulmonary SymptomsMissed at Least 1 Day of Work27 Participants
Ataluren/AtalurenNumber of Participants With Disruptions in Activities of Daily Living Because of Pulmonary SymptomsMissed at Least 1 Day of School23 Participants
Placebo/AtalurenNumber of Participants With Disruptions in Activities of Daily Living Because of Pulmonary SymptomsMissed at Least 1 Day of School25 Participants
Placebo/AtalurenNumber of Participants With Disruptions in Activities of Daily Living Because of Pulmonary SymptomsMissed at Least 1 Day of Work25 Participants
Secondary

Number of Participants With Pulmonary Exacerbations as Defined by Modified Fuch's Criteria

A Respiratory Event Form (REF), which collected data on various signs, symptoms, and effects for each event, was completed by the Investigator when informed by the participant of a respiratory event. Pulmonary exacerbations were assessed by using the modified Fuchs' criteria, which defines an exacerbation as a respiratory event requiring treatment with parenteral antibiotics for any 4 of the following 12 symptoms with or without intravenous (IV) antibiotics: change in sputum; new or increased hemoptysis; increased cough; increased dyspnea; fatigue; temperature \>38°C; anorexia; sinus pain; change in sinus discharge; change in physical examination of the chest; or decrease in pulmonary function by 10% or more from a previously recorded value; or radiographic changes indicative of pulmonary function.

Time frame: Baseline (Week 1 [Total Study Week 48]) up to Week 48 and EOT (Week 96) (Total Study Weeks 96 and 144)

Population: The Study 009e As-Treated Population: participants who received at least 1 dose of study drug.

ArmMeasureGroupValue (COUNT_OF_PARTICIPANTS)
Ataluren/AtalurenNumber of Participants With Pulmonary Exacerbations as Defined by Modified Fuch's CriteriaWeek 1 up to Week 4850 Participants
Ataluren/AtalurenNumber of Participants With Pulmonary Exacerbations as Defined by Modified Fuch's CriteriaWeek 1 up to Week 9657 Participants
Placebo/AtalurenNumber of Participants With Pulmonary Exacerbations as Defined by Modified Fuch's CriteriaWeek 1 up to Week 4856 Participants
Placebo/AtalurenNumber of Participants With Pulmonary Exacerbations as Defined by Modified Fuch's CriteriaWeek 1 up to Week 9668 Participants
Secondary

Number of Participants With Severe Pulmonary Exacerbations as Defined by Modified Fuch's Criteria

A REF, which collected data on various signs, symptoms, and effects for each event, was completed by the Investigator when informed by the participant of a respiratory event. Pulmonary function was assessed by using the modified Fuchs' criteria, which defines an exacerbation as a respiratory event requiring treatment with parenteral antibiotics for any 4 of the following 12 symptoms with or without treatment with IV antibiotics: change in sputum; new or increased hemoptysis; increased cough; increased dyspnea; fatigue; temperature \>38°C; anorexia; sinus pain; change in sinus discharge; change in physical examination of the chest; decrease in pulmonary function by 10% or more from a previously recorded value; or radiographic changes indicative of pulmonary function. Severity of pulmonary exacerbations over a 5-week interval is presented. The severity of pulmonary exacerbations were graded as mild, moderate, or severe.

Time frame: Weeks 43 up to 48 and Weeks 91 up to 96 (Total Study Weeks 91 up to 96 and Weeks 139 up to 144)

Population: The Study 009e As-Treated Population: participants who received at least 1 dose of study drug. Here, 'Number Analyzed' signifies participants evaluable for the specified week.

ArmMeasureGroupValue (COUNT_OF_PARTICIPANTS)
Ataluren/AtalurenNumber of Participants With Severe Pulmonary Exacerbations as Defined by Modified Fuch's CriteriaWeek 43 up to Week 481 Participants
Ataluren/AtalurenNumber of Participants With Severe Pulmonary Exacerbations as Defined by Modified Fuch's CriteriaWeek 91 up to Week 960 Participants
Placebo/AtalurenNumber of Participants With Severe Pulmonary Exacerbations as Defined by Modified Fuch's CriteriaWeek 43 up to Week 481 Participants
Placebo/AtalurenNumber of Participants With Severe Pulmonary Exacerbations as Defined by Modified Fuch's CriteriaWeek 91 up to Week 961 Participants
Secondary

Percentage Change From Baseline in Percent-Predicted of FEF25-75 at Weeks 48 and 96

Spirometry was used to assess pulmonary function by measuring the percent-predicted, which was determined on the basis of the height value obtained at the same study visit, for FEF25-75 (the rate of air flow during the middle part of an exhalation). Spirometry was validated by using current guidelines of the ATS and ERS. The percentage of change in percent-predicted of FEF25-75 was calculated as follows: ((percent-predicted FEF25-75-Baseline percent-predicted FEF25-75)/Baseline percent-predicted FEF25-75)\*100. Baseline was defined as Week 1 or the most recent value of percent-predicted FEF25-75 prior to the first dose of open-label treatment in Study 009e. A positive change from Baseline indicates that FEF25-75 improved.

Time frame: Week 48 (Total Study Week 96), EOT (Week 96 [Total Study Week 144])

Population: The Study 009e As-Treated Population: participants who received at least 1 dose of study drug. Here, 'Number Analyzed' signifies participants evaluable for the specified week.

ArmMeasureGroupValue (MEAN)Dispersion
Ataluren/AtalurenPercentage Change From Baseline in Percent-Predicted of FEF25-75 at Weeks 48 and 96Change From Baseline at Week 48-0.55 percent changeStandard Deviation 22.447
Ataluren/AtalurenPercentage Change From Baseline in Percent-Predicted of FEF25-75 at Weeks 48 and 96Change From Baseline at Week 96-5.55 percent changeStandard Deviation 24.043
Placebo/AtalurenPercentage Change From Baseline in Percent-Predicted of FEF25-75 at Weeks 48 and 96Change From Baseline at Week 487.89 percent changeStandard Deviation 58.78
Placebo/AtalurenPercentage Change From Baseline in Percent-Predicted of FEF25-75 at Weeks 48 and 96Change From Baseline at Week 96-3.29 percent changeStandard Deviation 25.283
Secondary

Percentage Change From Baseline in Percent-Predicted of FEV1 at Weeks 48 and 96

Spirometry was used to assess pulmonary function by measuring the percent-predicted, which was determined on the basis of the height value obtained at the same study visit, for FEV1 (the amount of air that can be exhaled in 1 second). Spirometry was validated by using current guidelines of the American Thoracic Society (ATS) and European Respiratory Society (ERS). The percentage of change in percent-predicted of FEV1 was calculated as follows: ((percent-predicted FEV1-Baseline percent-predicted FEV1)/Baseline percent-predicted FEV1)\*100. Baseline was defined as Week 1 or the most recent value of percent-predicted FEV1 prior to the first dose of open-label treatment in Study 009e. A positive change from Baseline indicates that FEV1 improved.

Time frame: Week 48 (Total Study Week 96), End of Treatment (EOT) (Week 96 [Total Study Week 144])

Population: The Study 009e As-Treated Population: participants who received at least 1 dose of study drug. Here, 'Number Analyzed' signifies participants evaluable for the specified week.

ArmMeasureGroupValue (MEAN)Dispersion
Ataluren/AtalurenPercentage Change From Baseline in Percent-Predicted of FEV1 at Weeks 48 and 96Change From Baseline at Week 48-0.73 percent changeStandard Deviation 12.17
Ataluren/AtalurenPercentage Change From Baseline in Percent-Predicted of FEV1 at Weeks 48 and 96Change From Baseline at Week 96-3.09 percent changeStandard Deviation 12.304
Placebo/AtalurenPercentage Change From Baseline in Percent-Predicted of FEV1 at Weeks 48 and 96Change From Baseline at Week 481.09 percent changeStandard Deviation 23.025
Placebo/AtalurenPercentage Change From Baseline in Percent-Predicted of FEV1 at Weeks 48 and 96Change From Baseline at Week 96-2.12 percent changeStandard Deviation 16.893
Secondary

Percentage Change From Baseline in Percent-Predicted of FVC at Weeks 48 and 96

Spirometry was used to assess pulmonary function by measuring the percent-predicted, which was determined on the basis of the height value obtained at the same study visit, for FVC (the amount of air that can be exhaled after taking a deep breath). Spirometry was validated by using current guidelines of the ATS and ERS. The percentage of change in percent-predicted of FVC was calculated as follows: ((percent-predicted FVC-Baseline percent-predicted FVC)/Baseline percent-predicted FVC)\*100. Baseline was defined as Week 1 or the most recent value of percent-predicted FVC prior to the first dose of open-label treatment in Study 009e. A positive change from Baseline indicates that FVC improved.

Time frame: Week 48 (Total Study Week 96), EOT (Week 96 [Total Study Week 144])

Population: The Study 009e As-Treated Population: participants who received at least 1 dose of study drug. Here, 'Number Analyzed' signifies participants evaluable for the specified week.

ArmMeasureGroupValue (MEAN)Dispersion
Ataluren/AtalurenPercentage Change From Baseline in Percent-Predicted of FVC at Weeks 48 and 96Change From Baseline at Week 480.05 percent changeStandard Deviation 10.69
Ataluren/AtalurenPercentage Change From Baseline in Percent-Predicted of FVC at Weeks 48 and 96Change From Baseline at Week 96-1.48 percent changeStandard Deviation 11.08
Placebo/AtalurenPercentage Change From Baseline in Percent-Predicted of FVC at Weeks 48 and 96Change From Baseline at Week 480.69 percent changeStandard Deviation 15.658
Placebo/AtalurenPercentage Change From Baseline in Percent-Predicted of FVC at Weeks 48 and 96Change From Baseline at Week 96-1.17 percent changeStandard Deviation 13.94
Secondary

Percentage of Predicted Function (Percent-Predicted) of Forced Expiratory Volume in 1 Second (FEV1) at Baseline

Spirometry was used to assess pulmonary function by measuring the percent-predicted, which was determined on the basis of the height value obtained at the same study visit, for FEV1 (the amount of air that can be exhaled in 1 second). Spirometry was validated by using current guidelines of the American Thoracic Society (ATS) and European Respiratory Society (ERS). Baseline was defined as Week 1 or the most recent value of percent-predicted FEV1 prior to the first dose of open-label treatment in Study 009e.

Time frame: Baseline (Week 1 [Total Study Week 48])

Population: The Study 009e As-Treated Population: participants who received at least 1 dose of study drug. Here, 'Number Analyzed' signifies participants evaluable for the specified week.

ArmMeasureValue (MEAN)Dispersion
Ataluren/AtalurenPercentage of Predicted Function (Percent-Predicted) of Forced Expiratory Volume in 1 Second (FEV1) at Baseline60.61 percentage of predicted FEV1Standard Deviation 17.075
Placebo/AtalurenPercentage of Predicted Function (Percent-Predicted) of Forced Expiratory Volume in 1 Second (FEV1) at Baseline56.49 percentage of predicted FEV1Standard Deviation 15.954
Secondary

Percent-Predicted of Forced Expiratory Flow Between 25% and 75% of Expiration (FEF25-75) at Baseline

Spirometry was used to assess pulmonary function by measuring the percent-predicted, which was determined on the basis of the height value obtained at the same study visit, for FEF25-75 (the rate of air flow during the middle part of an exhalation). Spirometry was validated by using current guidelines of the ATS and ERS. Baseline was defined as Week 1 or the most recent value of percent-predicted FEF25-75 prior to the first dose of open-label treatment in Study 009e.

Time frame: Baseline (Week 1 [Total Study Week 48])

Population: The Study 009e As-Treated Population: participants who received at least 1 dose of study drug. Here, 'Number Analyzed' signifies participants evaluable for the specified week.

ArmMeasureValue (MEAN)Dispersion
Ataluren/AtalurenPercent-Predicted of Forced Expiratory Flow Between 25% and 75% of Expiration (FEF25-75) at Baseline38.16 percentage of predicted FEF25-75Standard Deviation 24.594
Placebo/AtalurenPercent-Predicted of Forced Expiratory Flow Between 25% and 75% of Expiration (FEF25-75) at Baseline33.11 percentage of predicted FEF25-75Standard Deviation 23.775
Secondary

Percent-Predicted of Forced Vital Capacity (FVC) at Baseline

Spirometry was used to assess pulmonary function by measuring the percent-predicted, which was determined on the basis of the height value obtained at the same study visit, for FVC (the amount of air that can be exhaled after taking a deep breath). Spirometry was validated by using current guidelines of the ATS and ERS. Baseline was defined as Week 1 or the most recent value of percent-predicted FVC prior to the first dose of open-label treatment in Study 009e.

Time frame: Baseline (Week 1 [Total Study Week 48])

Population: The Study 009e As-Treated Population: participants who received at least 1 dose of study drug. Here, 'Number Analyzed' signifies participants evaluable for the specified week.

ArmMeasureValue (MEAN)Dispersion
Ataluren/AtalurenPercent-Predicted of Forced Vital Capacity (FVC) at Baseline76.37 percentage of predicted FVCStandard Deviation 15.254
Placebo/AtalurenPercent-Predicted of Forced Vital Capacity (FVC) at Baseline73.26 percentage of predicted FVCStandard Deviation 14.133
Secondary

Predose Concentration of Ataluren

Blood samples were drawn immediately before administration of the first daily dose (dose taken with breakfast) of ataluren. Whenever possible, the predose sample was to be obtained within 15 minutes of study ataluren administration.

Time frame: Predose at Weeks 1, 16, 32, 48, 64, 80 and EOT (Week 96) (Total Study Weeks 48, 64, 80 96, 112, 128, and 144, respectively)

Population: The Study 009e As-Treated Population: participants who received at least 1 dose of study drug. Here, 'Number Analyzed' signifies participants evaluable for the specified week.

ArmMeasureGroupValue (MEAN)Dispersion
Ataluren/AtalurenPredose Concentration of AtalurenWeek 326.298 micrograms/milliliterStandard Deviation 7.1222
Ataluren/AtalurenPredose Concentration of AtalurenWeek 645.227 micrograms/milliliterStandard Deviation 4.7054
Ataluren/AtalurenPredose Concentration of AtalurenWeek 165.744 micrograms/milliliterStandard Deviation 5.7198
Ataluren/AtalurenPredose Concentration of AtalurenWeek 806.126 micrograms/milliliterStandard Deviation 6.4939
Ataluren/AtalurenPredose Concentration of AtalurenWeek 485.874 micrograms/milliliterStandard Deviation 6.8533
Ataluren/AtalurenPredose Concentration of AtalurenWeek 966.390 micrograms/milliliterStandard Deviation 6.8861
Ataluren/AtalurenPredose Concentration of AtalurenWeek 11.668 micrograms/milliliterStandard Deviation 3.6279
Placebo/AtalurenPredose Concentration of AtalurenWeek 965.435 micrograms/milliliterStandard Deviation 6.5315
Placebo/AtalurenPredose Concentration of AtalurenWeek 10 micrograms/milliliterStandard Deviation 0
Placebo/AtalurenPredose Concentration of AtalurenWeek 167.552 micrograms/milliliterStandard Deviation 8.3963
Placebo/AtalurenPredose Concentration of AtalurenWeek 327.694 micrograms/milliliterStandard Deviation 7.9796
Placebo/AtalurenPredose Concentration of AtalurenWeek 486.981 micrograms/milliliterStandard Deviation 6.8874
Placebo/AtalurenPredose Concentration of AtalurenWeek 645.703 micrograms/milliliterStandard Deviation 6.2718
Placebo/AtalurenPredose Concentration of AtalurenWeek 804.902 micrograms/milliliterStandard Deviation 5.9218
Secondary

Rate of Pulmonary Exacerbations as Defined by Modified Fuch's Criteria Over 48 Weeks

A REF, which collected data on various signs, symptoms, and effects for each event, was completed by the Investigator when informed by the participant of a respiratory event. Pulmonary function was assessed by using the modified Fuchs' criteria, which defines an exacerbation as a respiratory event requiring treatment with parenteral antibiotics for any 4 of the following 12 symptoms with or without treatment with IV antibiotics: change in sputum; new or increased hemoptysis; increased cough; increased dyspnea; fatigue; temperature \>38°C; anorexia; sinus pain; change in sinus discharge; change in physical examination of the chest; decrease in pulmonary function by 10% or more from a previously recorded value; or radiographic changes indicative of pulmonary function. The 48-week exacerbation rate was determined by adding the weekly rates for each arm for each 48-week period and dividing the sum by 48.

Time frame: Baseline (Week 1 [Total Study Week 48]) up to Week 48 (Total Study Week 96)

Population: The Study 009e As-Treated Population: participants who received at least 1 dose of study drug.

ArmMeasureValue (MEAN)
Ataluren/AtalurenRate of Pulmonary Exacerbations as Defined by Modified Fuch's Criteria Over 48 Weeks1.150 exacerbations
Placebo/AtalurenRate of Pulmonary Exacerbations as Defined by Modified Fuch's Criteria Over 48 Weeks1.614 exacerbations
Secondary

Rate of Study Drug Compliance

The rate of compliance was defined as the number of actual doses taken divided by the number of planned doses \* 100. Participant-reported data were obtained from the participant's compliance log, which was completed by the participant or the caregiver. The participant or caregiver reported how many doses were taken. Compliance by drug accountability was determined by counting used and unused study drug sachets. All calculations were based on the records of the first dose date to the last dose date.

Time frame: Baseline (Week 1 [Total Study Week 48]) up to EOT (Week 96 [Total Study Week 144])

Population: The Study 009e As-Treated Population: participants who received at least 1 dose of study drug. Here, 'Number Analyzed' signifies participants evaluable for specified categories.

ArmMeasureGroupValue (MEDIAN)
Ataluren/AtalurenRate of Study Drug ComplianceBy drug accountability86.057 percent of doses taken
Ataluren/AtalurenRate of Study Drug ComplianceBy participant-reported data81.50 percent of doses taken
Placebo/AtalurenRate of Study Drug ComplianceBy drug accountability80.118 percent of doses taken
Placebo/AtalurenRate of Study Drug ComplianceBy participant-reported data78.59 percent of doses taken
Secondary

Total Lung Computed Tomography (CT) Score at Weeks 48 and 96

Lungs were imaged by using non-contrast, spiral CT. The administration of CT scans was discontinued for this study via a memorandum sent to all Investigators, based on the results of Study 009, which showed that this exploratory endpoint failed to discriminate active treatment from placebo over the 48-week study period. Therefore, this Outcome Measure was removed from the study as a Secondary Outcome Measure and the CT scans that were administered for this study were not reviewed or analyzed for this Outcome Measure.

Time frame: Week 48 (Total Study Week 96) and EOT (Week 96 [Total Study Week 144])

Population: The Study 009e As-Treated Population: participants who received at least 1 dose of study drug. Here, 'Number analyzed' signifies the number of participants analyzed for the specified weeks for this Outcome Measure.

ArmMeasureGroupValue
UnknownTotal Lung Computed Tomography (CT) Score at Weeks 48 and 96Week 48
UnknownTotal Lung Computed Tomography (CT) Score at Weeks 48 and 96Week 96
Post Hoc

Percentage Change From Baseline in Percent-Predicted of FEV1 in the 144-Week Completer Population Over a Total of 144 Weeks of Treatment

Spirometry was used to assess pulmonary function by measuring the percent-predicted, which was determined on the basis of the height value obtained at the same study visit, for FEV1 (the amount of air that can be exhaled in 1 second). Spirometry was validated by using current guidelines of the ATS and ERS. The percentage of change in percent-predicted of FEV1 was calculated as follows: ((percent-predicted FEV1-Baseline percent-predicted FEV1)/Baseline percent-predicted FEV1)\*100. Analyses with the Completer populations were performed to complement the analyses of the Study 009e As-Treated population. Baseline was defined as Week 1 or the most recent value of percent-predicted FEV1 prior to the first dose of open-label treatment in Study 009e. A positive change from Baseline indicates that FEV1 improved.

Time frame: EOT (Week 96 [Total Study Week 144])

Population: Study 009/009e 144-Week Completer Population: participants who completed 48 weeks of treatment with ataluren or placebo in Study 009 and at least 96 weeks of treatment with ataluren in Study 009e. Here, 'Number Analyzed' signifies participants evaluable for the specified week.

ArmMeasureValue (MEAN)Dispersion
Ataluren/AtalurenPercentage Change From Baseline in Percent-Predicted of FEV1 in the 144-Week Completer Population Over a Total of 144 Weeks of Treatment-3.69 percent changeStandard Deviation 16.068
Placebo/AtalurenPercentage Change From Baseline in Percent-Predicted of FEV1 in the 144-Week Completer Population Over a Total of 144 Weeks of Treatment-5.89 percent changeStandard Deviation 14.854
Post Hoc

Percentage Change From Baseline in Percent-Predicted of FEV1 in the 96-Week Completer Population Over a Total of 96 Weeks of Treatment

Spirometry was used to assess pulmonary function by measuring the percent-predicted, which was determined on the basis of the height value obtained at the same study visit, for FEV1 (the amount of air that can be exhaled in 1 second). Spirometry was validated by using current guidelines of the ATS and ERS. The percentage of change in percent-predicted of FEV1 was calculated as follows: ((percent-predicted FEV1-Baseline percent-predicted FEV1)/Baseline percent-predicted FEV1)\*100. Analyses with the Completer populations were performed to complement the analyses of the Study 009e As-Treated population. Baseline was defined as Week 1 or the most recent value of percent-predicted FEV1 prior to the first dose of open-label treatment in Study 009e. A positive change from Baseline indicates that FEV1 improved.

Time frame: Week 48 (Total Study Week 96)

Population: Study 009/009e 96-Week Completer Population: participants who completed 48 weeks of treatment with ataluren or placebo in Study 009 and at least 48 weeks of treatment with ataluren in Study 009e. Here, 'Number Analyzed' signifies participants evaluable for the specified week.

ArmMeasureValue (MEAN)Dispersion
Ataluren/AtalurenPercentage Change From Baseline in Percent-Predicted of FEV1 in the 96-Week Completer Population Over a Total of 96 Weeks of Treatment-1.63 percent changeStandard Deviation 13.239
Placebo/AtalurenPercentage Change From Baseline in Percent-Predicted of FEV1 in the 96-Week Completer Population Over a Total of 96 Weeks of Treatment-5.13 percent changeStandard Deviation 12.061
Post Hoc

Percent-Predicted of FEV1 in the 144-Week Completer Population at Baseline

Spirometry was used to assess pulmonary function by measuring the percent-predicted, which was determined on the basis of the height value obtained at the same study visit, for FEV1 (the amount of air that can be exhaled in 1 second). Spirometry was validated by using current guidelines of the ATS and ERS. Analyses with the Completer populations were performed to complement the analyses of the Study 009e As-Treated population. Baseline was defined as Week 1 or the most recent value of percent-predicted FEV1 prior to the first dose of open-label treatment in Study 009e.

Time frame: Baseline (Week 1 [Total Study Week 48])

Population: Study 009/009e 144-Week Completer Population: participants who completed 48 weeks of treatment with ataluren or placebo in Study 009 and at least 96 weeks of treatment with ataluren in Study 009e. Here, 'Number Analyzed' signifies participants evaluable for the specified week.

ArmMeasureValue (MEAN)Dispersion
Ataluren/AtalurenPercent-Predicted of FEV1 in the 144-Week Completer Population at Baseline61.68 percentage of predicted FEV1Standard Deviation 13.79
Placebo/AtalurenPercent-Predicted of FEV1 in the 144-Week Completer Population at Baseline60.28 percentage of predicted FEV1Standard Deviation 16.202
Post Hoc

Percent-Predicted of FEV1 in the 96-Week Completer Population at Baseline

Spirometry was used to assess pulmonary function by measuring the percent-predicted, which was determined on the basis of the height value obtained at the same study visit, for FEV1 (the amount of air that can be exhaled in 1 second). Spirometry was validated by using current guidelines of the ATS and ERS. Analyses with the Completer populations were performed to complement the analyses of the Study 009e As-Treated population. Baseline was defined as Week 1 or the most recent value of percent-predicted FEV1 prior to the first dose of open-label treatment in Study 009e.

Time frame: Baseline (Week 1 [Total Study Week 48])

Population: Study 009/009e 96-Week Completer Population: participants who completed 48 weeks of treatment with ataluren or placebo in Study 009 and at least 48 weeks of treatment with ataluren in Study 009e. Here, 'Number Analyzed' signifies participants evaluable for the specified week.

ArmMeasureValue (MEAN)Dispersion
Ataluren/AtalurenPercent-Predicted of FEV1 in the 96-Week Completer Population at Baseline60.89 percentage of predicted FEV1Standard Deviation 13.32
Placebo/AtalurenPercent-Predicted of FEV1 in the 96-Week Completer Population at Baseline59.50 percentage of predicted FEV1Standard Deviation 15.622

Source: ClinicalTrials.gov · Data processed: Feb 4, 2026