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20-Week Repeat Oral Dose Study of AKB-6548 in Participants With Chronic Kidney Disease and Anemia

Phase 2b Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Study to Assess the Pharmacodynamic Response, Safety, and Tolerability to 20 Weeks of Oral Dosing of AKB-6548 in Participants With Anemia Secondary to Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD), GFR Categories G3a-G5 (Stages 3, 4, AND 5) (Pre-Dialysis)

Status
Completed
Phases
Phase 2
Study type
Interventional
Source
ClinicalTrials.gov
Registry ID
NCT01906489
Enrollment
210
Registered
2013-07-24
Start date
2013-07-23
Completion date
2014-09-03
Last updated
2022-07-21

For informational purposes only — not medical advice. Sourced from public registries and may not reflect the latest updates. Terms

Conditions

Anemia, Chronic Kidney Disease

Keywords

anemia, chronic kidney disease, CKD, chronic renal insufficiency, renal impairment, erythropoietin, kidney, oral anemia treatment, hemoglobin, hypoxia-inducible factor, HIF, hypoxia-inducible factor prolyl-hydroxylase inhibitor, HIF-PHI, efficacy, safety, pharmacokinetics

Brief summary

The purpose of this study is to evaluate the hemoglobin response (efficacy), safety, and tolerability of orally administered AKB-6548 in participants with Chronic Kidney Disease (pre-dialysis) with anemia with dosing for 20 weeks.

Interventions

Oral dose administered once daily for 20 weeks. Dose adjustment based on hemoglobin level as defined in the protocol.

DRUGPlacebo

Oral Placebo administered once daily for 20 weeks. Dose adjustment based on hemoglobin level as defined in the protocol.

Sponsors

Akebia Therapeutics
Lead SponsorINDUSTRY

Study design

Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Intervention model
PARALLEL
Primary purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
QUADRUPLE (Subject, Caregiver, Investigator, Outcomes Assessor)

Eligibility

Sex/Gender
ALL
Age
18 Years to 82 Years
Healthy volunteers
No

Inclusion criteria

Key Inclusion Criteria: * 18 to 82 years of age, inclusive * Chronic Kidney Disease with a GFR category of G3a-G5 and not yet on dialysis * eGFR ≥ 10 and ≤ 65 mL/minute/1.73 m2 * Anemia secondary to CKD with an ESA status and a Screening HGB as per protocol * Iron replete with ferritin and TSAT levels as defined per protocol Key

Exclusion criteria

* BMI \> 44.0 kg/m2 * Red blood cell transfusion within 11 weeks prior to the Screening visit * Androgen therapy within the previous 21 days prior to the Screening visit * Intravenous iron within the past 4 weeks prior to the Screening visit * AST or ALT \>1.8x ULN, alkaline phosphatase \>2x ULN, or total bilirubin \>1.5x ULN * Screening ECG with QTc \> 500 msec * Uncontrolled hypertension * Class III or IV congestive heart failure * Myocardial infarction, acute coronary syndrome, or stroke within 6 months prior to the Screening visit

Design outcomes

Primary

MeasureTime frameDescription
Percentage of Participants Achieving a Successful Hemoglobin ResponseWeeks 19 and 20Hemoglobin (Hgb) response was defined as participants with mean Hgb ≥11.0 grams per deciliter (g/dL) (average of Weeks 19 and 20) or increase in Hgb by ≥ 1.2 g/dL (average of Weeks 19 and 20) over pre-dose average (average of the two Hgb values obtained prior to dosing) without receiving Erythropoiesis-Stimulating Agents (ESA) or transfusion.

Secondary

MeasureTime frameDescription
Number of Participants With Treatment-emergent Adverse Events (TEAEs) and Treatment-emergent Serious Adverse Events (SAEs)Up to 20 WeeksAn Adverse Event (AE) was defined as any untoward medical occurrence, signs, symptoms, disease, or laboratory or physiological observations occurring in a participant administered with drug, regardless of a causal relationship with that treatment or usage. This also included all suspected adverse medication reactions, reactions from medication overdose, abuse, withdrawal, sensitivity, toxicity, unrelated illnesses, including worsening a pre-existing condition, injury, or accidents. Serious Adverse Events (SAEs) was defined as any life-threatening condition; hospitalization or prolongation of existing hospitalization; persistent or significant disability/incapacity; congenital anomaly/birth defect; or death.
Percentage of Participants Achieving a Successful Hemoglobin Response in ESA Treatment naïve GroupWeeks 19 and 20Hgb response was defined as participants with mean Hgb ≥11.0 g/dL (average of Weeks 19 and 20) or increase in Hgb by ≥ 1.2 g/dL (average of Weeks 19 and 20) over pre-dose average (average of the two Hgb values obtained prior to dosing) without receiving ESA or transfusion. Participants were assigned to 1 of 3 study groups based on their ESA status at the screening visit: Naïve, Previously Treated and Actively Treated. Analysis of this secondary outcome measure was performed in the ESA Treatment Naïve group, defined as participants who had never received treatment with an ESA and who had a screening Hgb level of ≤10.5 g/dL.
Percentage of Participants Achieving a Successful Hemoglobin Response in ESA Previously Treated GroupWeeks 19 and 20Hgb response was defined as participants with mean Hgb ≥11.0 g/dL (average of Weeks 19 and 20) or increase in Hgb by ≥ 1.2 g/dL (average of Weeks 19 and 20) over pre-dose average (average of the two Hgb values obtained prior to dosing) without receiving ESA or transfusion. Participants were assigned to 1 of 3 study groups based on their ESA status at the screening visit: Naïve, Previously Treated and Actively Treated. Analysis of this secondary outcome measure was performed in the ESA Previously Treated group, defined as participants who had previously received ≥1 dose of an ESA, had been off of ESA therapy for ≥11 weeks at the time of screening, and had a screening Hgb level of ≤10.5 g/dL.
Percentage of Participants Achieving a Successful Hemoglobin Response in ESA Actively Treated GroupWeeks 19 and 20Hgb response was defined as participants with mean Hgb ≥11.0 g/dL (average of Weeks 19 and 20) or increase in Hgb by ≥ 1.2 g/dL (average of Weeks 19 and 20) over pre-dose average (average of the two Hgb values obtained prior to dosing) without receiving ESA or transfusion. Participants were assigned to 1 of 3 study groups based on their ESA status at the screening visit: Naïve, Previously Treated and Actively Treated. Analysis of this secondary outcome measure was performed in the ESA Actively Treated group, defined as participants who had been actively treated with an ESA for a minimum of 4 months before screening, had received at least 2 doses within the last 4 months, had received their last dose within 6 weeks before screening, and had a screening Hgb level ≥9.5 g/dL and ≤12.0 g/dL.
Percentage of Participants Achieving a Successful Hemoglobin Response, Analyzed in mITT PopulationWeeks 19 and 20Hgb response was defined as participants with mean Hgb ≥11.0 g/dL (average of Weeks 19 and 20) or increase in Hgb by ≥ 1.2 g/dL (average of Weeks 19 and 20) over pre-dose average (average of the two Hgb values obtained prior to dosing) without receiving ESA or transfusion. Analysis of this secondary outcome measure was performed in the mITT population.
Change From Baseline in HemoglobinBaseline, Week 2, Week 4, Week 6, Week 8, Week 12, Week 16, Week 19 and Week 20Blood samples were collected to assess Hgb. Baseline was defined as the mean of two samples obtained prior to dosing (Screening and Baseline). Change from Baseline was calculated as the post-Baseline value minus the Baseline value. A positive change from Baseline indicated Hgb concentration increased.
Absolute Values of HemoglobinBaseline, Week 2, Week 4, Week 6, Week 8, Week 12, Week 16, Week 19 and Week 20Blood samples were collected at indicated time points for analysis of hemoglobin
Change From Baseline in HematocritBaseline, Week 2, Week 4, Week 6, Week 8, Week 12, Week 16, Week 19 and Week 20Blood samples were collected to assess Hematocrit. Baseline was defined as the mean of two samples obtained prior to dosing (Screening and Baseline). Change from Baseline was calculated as the post-Baseline value minus the Baseline value. A positive change from Baseline indicated Hematocrit concentration increased.
Absolute Values of HematocritBaseline, Week 2, Week 4, Week 6, Week 8, Week 12, Week 16, Week 19 and Week 20Blood samples were collected at indicated time points for analysis of Hematocrit.
Change From Baseline in Red Blood Cell CountBaseline, Week 2, Week 4, Week 6, Week 8, Week 12, Week 16, Week 19 and Week 20Blood samples were collected to assess red blood cell count. Baseline was defined as the mean of two samples obtained prior to dosing (Screening and Baseline). Change from Baseline was calculated as the post-Baseline value minus the Baseline value. A positive change from Baseline indicated red blood cell count increased.
Absolute Values of Red Blood Cell CountBaseline, Week 2, Week 4, Week 6, Week 8, Week 12, Week 16, Week 19 and Week 20Blood samples were collected at indicated time points for analysis of red blood cell count.
Change From Baseline in Reticulocyte CountBaseline, Week 2, Week 4, Week 6, Week 8, Week 12, Week 16, Week 19 and Week 20Blood samples were collected to assess reticulocyte count. Baseline was defined as mean of two samples obtained prior to dosing (Screening and Baseline). Change from Baseline was calculated as the post-Baseline value minus the Baseline value. A positive change from Baseline indicated reticulocyte count increased.
Absolute Values of Reticulocyte CountBaseline, Week 2, Week 4, Week 6, Week 8, Week 12, Week 16, Week 19 and Week 20Blood samples were collected at indicated time points for analysis of reticulocyte count.
Percentage of Participants Who Received ESA RescueUp to 20 WeeksParticipants were administered epoetin alfa or darbepoetin alfa as a rescue medication who met the Hgb rescue criteria in addition to having experienced a clinically significant worsening of their anemia or the symptoms of anemia.
Mean Number of ESA Rescue Doses Administered Per ParticipantUp to 20 WeeksParticipants were administered epoetin alfa or darbepoetin alfa as a rescue medication who have met the Hgb rescue criteria in addition to having experienced a clinically significant worsening of their anemia or the symptoms of anemia.
Percentage of Participants Who Received Packed Red Blood Cell Transfusion RescueUp to 20 WeeksParticipants were administered packed red blood cell transfusion as a rescue medication who have met the Hgb rescue criteria in addition to having experienced a clinically significant worsening of their anemia or the symptoms of anemia
Number of Packed Red Blood Cell Transfusion Administered Per ParticipantUp to 20 WeeksParticipants were administered packed red blood cells as a rescue medication who have met the Hgb rescue criteria in addition to having experienced a clinically significant worsening of their anemia or the symptoms of anemia.
Time to First Transfusion or ESA Rescue Medication IntakeUp to 20 WeeksRescue therapy was defined as red blood cell transfusion or ESA administration in participants meeting Hgb rescue criteria in addition to having experienced a clinically significant worsening of their anemia or the symptoms of anemia.
Number of Participants With Clinically Significant Changes From Baseline in Laboratory Parameter ValuesUp to 20 WeeksParameters assessed for laboratory values included hematology, serum chemistry, and urinalysis. The investigator was responsible for reviewing laboratory results for clinically significant changes.
Number of Participants With Clinically Significant Changes From Baseline in Vital SignsUp to 20 WeeksParameters assessed for vital signs included sitting (at rest for a minimum of 5 minutes) heart rate, respiratory rate, body temperature, and blood pressure. The investigator was responsible for reviewing laboratory results for clinically significant changes.
Number of Participants With Clinically Abnormal 12-Lead Electrocardiogram (ECG) FindingsUp to 20 WeeksA standard 12-lead ECG was performed following dosing in a supine position for approximately 10 minutes. ECGs were taken prior to blood draws when possible. The investigator was responsible for reviewing laboratory results for clinical significance.
Number of Participants With Clinically Significant Changes From Baseline in Physical Examination FindingsUp to 20 WeeksA Baseline physical examination was performed at screening. Otherwise, abbreviated physical examinations were conducted and were to include heart, lung, and abdomen. The investigator was responsible for reviewing laboratory results for clinically significant changes.
Percentage of Participants With Hemoglobin Value ≥13.0 g/dL at Any Time During the StudyUp to 20 WeeksParticipants who have experienced an excursion in Hgb to ≥13.0 g/dL at any time during the study were considered as failures. Data was presented for failures.
Percentage of Participants Achieving a Successful Hemoglobin Response, Determined Solely Based on the Hemoglobin ValueWeeks 19 and 20Hgb response was defined as participants with mean Hgb ≥11.0 g/dL (average of Weeks 19 and 20) or increase in Hgb by ≥ 1.2 g/dL (average of Weeks 19 and 20) over pre-dose average (average of the two Hgb values obtained prior to dosing). Analysis of this secondary outcome measure is a reanalysis of the primary outcome measure whereby the response was determined solely by the Hgb value and receiving rescue therapy did not make the participant a failure.

Other

MeasureTime frame
Exploratory: Change From Baseline in Transferrin SaturationBaseline and up to Week 20
Exploratory: Mean Weekly Dose of Intravenous Elemental Iron AdministeredBaseline and up to Week 20
Exploratory: Absolute Values of Iron and Total Iron Binding Capacity (TIBC)Baseline and up to Week 20
Exploratory: Absolute Values of TransferrinBaseline and up to Week 20
Exploratory: Absolute Values of Transferrin SaturationBaseline and up to Week 20
Exploratory: Absolute Values of Reticulocyte Hemoglobin ContentBaseline and up to Week 20
Exploratory: Change From Baseline in Reticulocyte Hemoglobin ContentBaseline and up to Week 20
Exploratory: Change From Baseline in Hemoglobin A1cBaseline and up to Week 20
Exploratory: Absolute Values of Hemoglobin A1cBaseline and up to Week 20
Exploratory: Absolute Values of LipidsBaseline and up to Week 20
Exploratory: Change From Baseline in LipidsBaseline and up to Week 20
Exploratory: Change From Baseline in HepcidinBaseline and up to Week 20
Exploratory: Absolute Values of HepcidinBaseline and up to Week 20
Exploratory: Change From Baseline in Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor (VEGF)Baseline and up to Week 20
Exploratory: Absolute Values of Interleukin 6, Cystatin C, Intact Parathyroid Hormone, and CalcitoninBaseline and up to Week 20
Exploratory: Change From Baseline in Interleukin 6, Cystatin C, Intact Parathyroid Hormone, and CalcitoninBaseline and up to Week 20
Exploratory: Neurocognitive Functioning as a MeasureBaseline and up to Week 20
Exploratory: Patient-Reported Outcome MeasuresBaseline and up to Week 20
Exploratory: Plasma Concentrations of Vadadustat and Its Glucuronide MetabolitesBaseline and up to Week 20
Exploratory: Change From Baseline in TransferrinBaseline and up to Week 20
Exploratory: Change From Baseline in Iron and Total Iron Binding Capacity (TIBC)Baseline and up to Week 20

Countries

United States

Participant flow

Pre-assignment details

A total of 210 participants entered the study and 209 were randomized in a 2:1 ratio to receive Vadadustat or Placebo. However, 1 participant received Placebo in error.

Participants by arm

ArmCount
Vadadustat
Participants received Vadadustat 450 milligrams (mg), as 3 tablets once daily (QD) for 20 consecutive weeks. The dose of study medication was increased to a maximum of 600 mg/day or decreased to 150 mg/day based on Hgb response. Participants received an iron supplement to maintain ferritin levels.
138
Placebo
Participants received matching Placebo, as 3 tablets once daily (QD) for 20 consecutive weeks. Placebo was provided as white to off-white, oval film-coated tablets for oral administration. Participants received an iron supplement to maintain ferritin levels.
72
Total210

Withdrawals & dropouts

PeriodReasonFG000FG001
Overall StudyAdverse Event103
Overall StudyLost to Follow-up11
Overall StudyNon- Compliance10
Overall StudyOther10
Overall StudyProtocol Violation01
Overall StudySponsor Decision10
Overall StudyWithdrawal by Subject50
Overall StudyWorsening of Anemia10
Overall StudyWorsening of CKD64

Baseline characteristics

CharacteristicPlaceboTotalVadadustat
Age, Continuous65.9 years
STANDARD_DEVIATION 12.33
66.4 years
STANDARD_DEVIATION 10.81
66.6 years
STANDARD_DEVIATION 9.97
Race (NIH/OMB)
American Indian or Alaska Native
1 Participants4 Participants3 Participants
Race (NIH/OMB)
Asian
3 Participants5 Participants2 Participants
Race (NIH/OMB)
Black or African American
19 Participants68 Participants49 Participants
Race (NIH/OMB)
More than one race
0 Participants0 Participants0 Participants
Race (NIH/OMB)
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0 Participants0 Participants0 Participants
Race (NIH/OMB)
Unknown or Not Reported
0 Participants1 Participants1 Participants
Race (NIH/OMB)
White
49 Participants132 Participants83 Participants
Sex: Female, Male
Female
34 Participants115 Participants81 Participants
Sex: Female, Male
Male
38 Participants95 Participants57 Participants

Adverse events

Event typeEG000
affected / at risk
EG001
affected / at risk
deaths
Total, all-cause mortality
3 / 1380 / 72
other
Total, other adverse events
58 / 13829 / 72
serious
Total, serious adverse events
33 / 13811 / 72

Outcome results

Primary

Percentage of Participants Achieving a Successful Hemoglobin Response

Hemoglobin (Hgb) response was defined as participants with mean Hgb ≥11.0 grams per deciliter (g/dL) (average of Weeks 19 and 20) or increase in Hgb by ≥ 1.2 g/dL (average of Weeks 19 and 20) over pre-dose average (average of the two Hgb values obtained prior to dosing) without receiving Erythropoiesis-Stimulating Agents (ESA) or transfusion.

Time frame: Weeks 19 and 20

Population: Per Protocol (PP) Population: participants in modified intent-to-treat (MITT) Population who had completed the study and had efficacy data through Week 20, had a study medication compliance of ≥ 80%, and did not have any protocol deviations. Only participants with available data were analyzed.

ArmMeasureValue (NUMBER)
VadadustatPercentage of Participants Achieving a Successful Hemoglobin Response54.9 Percentage of participants
PlaceboPercentage of Participants Achieving a Successful Hemoglobin Response10.3 Percentage of participants
p-value: =0.000195% CI: [3.3505, 39.2931]Fisher Exact
Secondary

Absolute Values of Hematocrit

Blood samples were collected at indicated time points for analysis of Hematocrit.

Time frame: Baseline, Week 2, Week 4, Week 6, Week 8, Week 12, Week 16, Week 19 and Week 20

Population: MITT Population. Only participants with available data were analyzed.

ArmMeasureGroupValue (MEAN)Dispersion
VadadustatAbsolute Values of HematocritWeek 231.2 Percentage of red blood cells in bloodStandard Deviation 3.06
VadadustatAbsolute Values of HematocritWeek 1233.5 Percentage of red blood cells in bloodStandard Deviation 3.19
VadadustatAbsolute Values of HematocritWeek 633.1 Percentage of red blood cells in bloodStandard Deviation 3.21
VadadustatAbsolute Values of HematocritWeek 1634 Percentage of red blood cells in bloodStandard Deviation 3.02
VadadustatAbsolute Values of HematocritWeek 432.4 Percentage of red blood cells in bloodStandard Deviation 3.17
VadadustatAbsolute Values of HematocritWeek 1933.7 Percentage of red blood cells in bloodStandard Deviation 2.83
VadadustatAbsolute Values of HematocritWeek 833.2 Percentage of red blood cells in bloodStandard Deviation 3.05
VadadustatAbsolute Values of HematocritWeek 2033.6 Percentage of red blood cells in bloodStandard Deviation 3.19
VadadustatAbsolute Values of HematocritBaseline30.4 Percentage of red blood cells in bloodStandard Deviation 2.96
PlaceboAbsolute Values of HematocritWeek 2030.4 Percentage of red blood cells in bloodStandard Deviation 2.7
PlaceboAbsolute Values of HematocritBaseline30.3 Percentage of red blood cells in bloodStandard Deviation 2.9
PlaceboAbsolute Values of HematocritWeek 229.7 Percentage of red blood cells in bloodStandard Deviation 2.62
PlaceboAbsolute Values of HematocritWeek 429.7 Percentage of red blood cells in bloodStandard Deviation 2.72
PlaceboAbsolute Values of HematocritWeek 629.4 Percentage of red blood cells in bloodStandard Deviation 2.46
PlaceboAbsolute Values of HematocritWeek 829.3 Percentage of red blood cells in bloodStandard Deviation 3.05
PlaceboAbsolute Values of HematocritWeek 1230.2 Percentage of red blood cells in bloodStandard Deviation 2.05
PlaceboAbsolute Values of HematocritWeek 1630.3 Percentage of red blood cells in bloodStandard Deviation 2.87
PlaceboAbsolute Values of HematocritWeek 1930.7 Percentage of red blood cells in bloodStandard Deviation 2.83
Secondary

Absolute Values of Hemoglobin

Blood samples were collected at indicated time points for analysis of hemoglobin

Time frame: Baseline, Week 2, Week 4, Week 6, Week 8, Week 12, Week 16, Week 19 and Week 20

Population: MITT Population. Only participants with available data were analyzed.

ArmMeasureGroupValue (MEAN)Dispersion
VadadustatAbsolute Values of HemoglobinWeek 610.61 g/dLStandard Deviation 0.996
VadadustatAbsolute Values of HemoglobinWeek 210.02 g/dLStandard Deviation 0.909
VadadustatAbsolute Values of HemoglobinWeek 810.66 g/dLStandard Deviation 0.987
VadadustatAbsolute Values of HemoglobinWeek 1910.74 g/dLStandard Deviation 0.881
VadadustatAbsolute Values of HemoglobinWeek 1210.87 g/dLStandard Deviation 0.958
VadadustatAbsolute Values of HemoglobinWeek 410.35 g/dLStandard Deviation 0.979
VadadustatAbsolute Values of HemoglobinWeek 1610.79 g/dLStandard Deviation 0.895
VadadustatAbsolute Values of HemoglobinWeek 2010.88 g/dLStandard Deviation 1.002
VadadustatAbsolute Values of HemoglobinBaseline9.94 g/dLStandard Deviation 0.861
PlaceboAbsolute Values of HemoglobinWeek 209.93 g/dLStandard Deviation 0.859
PlaceboAbsolute Values of HemoglobinWeek 169.83 g/dLStandard Deviation 0.841
PlaceboAbsolute Values of HemoglobinWeek 199.93 g/dLStandard Deviation 0.897
PlaceboAbsolute Values of HemoglobinWeek 29.74 g/dLStandard Deviation 0.714
PlaceboAbsolute Values of HemoglobinWeek 49.7 g/dLStandard Deviation 0.733
PlaceboAbsolute Values of HemoglobinWeek 69.6 g/dLStandard Deviation 0.758
PlaceboAbsolute Values of HemoglobinWeek 89.6 g/dLStandard Deviation 0.848
PlaceboAbsolute Values of HemoglobinWeek 129.82 g/dLStandard Deviation 0.682
PlaceboAbsolute Values of HemoglobinBaseline9.96 g/dLStandard Deviation 0.79
Secondary

Absolute Values of Red Blood Cell Count

Blood samples were collected at indicated time points for analysis of red blood cell count.

Time frame: Baseline, Week 2, Week 4, Week 6, Week 8, Week 12, Week 16, Week 19 and Week 20

Population: MITT Population. Only participants with available data were analyzed.

ArmMeasureGroupValue (MEAN)Dispersion
VadadustatAbsolute Values of Red Blood Cell CountWeek 23.39 10^6 cells per microliterStandard Deviation 0.418
VadadustatAbsolute Values of Red Blood Cell CountWeek 123.68 10^6 cells per microliterStandard Deviation 0.457
VadadustatAbsolute Values of Red Blood Cell CountWeek 63.57 10^6 cells per microliterStandard Deviation 0.412
VadadustatAbsolute Values of Red Blood Cell CountWeek 163.69 10^6 cells per microliterStandard Deviation 0.44
VadadustatAbsolute Values of Red Blood Cell CountWeek 43.51 10^6 cells per microliterStandard Deviation 0.409
VadadustatAbsolute Values of Red Blood Cell CountWeek 193.67 10^6 cells per microliterStandard Deviation 0.415
VadadustatAbsolute Values of Red Blood Cell CountWeek 83.61 10^6 cells per microliterStandard Deviation 0.421
VadadustatAbsolute Values of Red Blood Cell CountWeek 203.7 10^6 cells per microliterStandard Deviation 0.453
VadadustatAbsolute Values of Red Blood Cell CountBaseline3.38 10^6 cells per microliterStandard Deviation 0.402
PlaceboAbsolute Values of Red Blood Cell CountWeek 203.33 10^6 cells per microliterStandard Deviation 0.318
PlaceboAbsolute Values of Red Blood Cell CountBaseline3.34 10^6 cells per microliterStandard Deviation 0.322
PlaceboAbsolute Values of Red Blood Cell CountWeek 23.25 10^6 cells per microliterStandard Deviation 0.321
PlaceboAbsolute Values of Red Blood Cell CountWeek 43.24 10^6 cells per microliterStandard Deviation 0.317
PlaceboAbsolute Values of Red Blood Cell CountWeek 63.2 10^6 cells per microliterStandard Deviation 0.321
PlaceboAbsolute Values of Red Blood Cell CountWeek 83.21 10^6 cells per microliterStandard Deviation 0.377
PlaceboAbsolute Values of Red Blood Cell CountWeek 123.27 10^6 cells per microliterStandard Deviation 0.295
PlaceboAbsolute Values of Red Blood Cell CountWeek 163.29 10^6 cells per microliterStandard Deviation 0.343
PlaceboAbsolute Values of Red Blood Cell CountWeek 193.32 10^6 cells per microliterStandard Deviation 0.332
Secondary

Absolute Values of Reticulocyte Count

Blood samples were collected at indicated time points for analysis of reticulocyte count.

Time frame: Baseline, Week 2, Week 4, Week 6, Week 8, Week 12, Week 16, Week 19 and Week 20

Population: MITT Population. Only participants with available data were analyzed.

ArmMeasureGroupValue (MEAN)Dispersion
VadadustatAbsolute Values of Reticulocyte CountWeek 22.74 10^6 cells per microliterStandard Deviation 1.069
VadadustatAbsolute Values of Reticulocyte CountWeek 122.02 10^6 cells per microliterStandard Deviation 0.959
VadadustatAbsolute Values of Reticulocyte CountWeek 62.32 10^6 cells per microliterStandard Deviation 0.996
VadadustatAbsolute Values of Reticulocyte CountWeek 162.13 10^6 cells per microliterStandard Deviation 0.992
VadadustatAbsolute Values of Reticulocyte CountWeek 42.44 10^6 cells per microliterStandard Deviation 0.962
VadadustatAbsolute Values of Reticulocyte CountWeek 192.21 10^6 cells per microliterStandard Deviation 1.297
VadadustatAbsolute Values of Reticulocyte CountWeek 82.05 10^6 cells per microliterStandard Deviation 0.884
VadadustatAbsolute Values of Reticulocyte CountWeek 202.17 10^6 cells per microliterStandard Deviation 0.954
VadadustatAbsolute Values of Reticulocyte CountBaseline2.12 10^6 cells per microliterStandard Deviation 0.858
PlaceboAbsolute Values of Reticulocyte CountWeek 202.1 10^6 cells per microliterStandard Deviation 0.88
PlaceboAbsolute Values of Reticulocyte CountBaseline1.97 10^6 cells per microliterStandard Deviation 0.816
PlaceboAbsolute Values of Reticulocyte CountWeek 21.91 10^6 cells per microliterStandard Deviation 0.727
PlaceboAbsolute Values of Reticulocyte CountWeek 42.06 10^6 cells per microliterStandard Deviation 0.731
PlaceboAbsolute Values of Reticulocyte CountWeek 62.07 10^6 cells per microliterStandard Deviation 0.897
PlaceboAbsolute Values of Reticulocyte CountWeek 82.09 10^6 cells per microliterStandard Deviation 0.85
PlaceboAbsolute Values of Reticulocyte CountWeek 122 10^6 cells per microliterStandard Deviation 0.846
PlaceboAbsolute Values of Reticulocyte CountWeek 161.96 10^6 cells per microliterStandard Deviation 0.83
PlaceboAbsolute Values of Reticulocyte CountWeek 191.92 10^6 cells per microliterStandard Deviation 0.77
Secondary

Change From Baseline in Hematocrit

Blood samples were collected to assess Hematocrit. Baseline was defined as the mean of two samples obtained prior to dosing (Screening and Baseline). Change from Baseline was calculated as the post-Baseline value minus the Baseline value. A positive change from Baseline indicated Hematocrit concentration increased.

Time frame: Baseline, Week 2, Week 4, Week 6, Week 8, Week 12, Week 16, Week 19 and Week 20

Population: MITT Population. Only participants with available data were analyzed.

ArmMeasureGroupValue (MEAN)Dispersion
VadadustatChange From Baseline in HematocritWeek 20.8 Percentage of red blood cells in bloodStandard Deviation 2.46
VadadustatChange From Baseline in HematocritWeek 123 Percentage of red blood cells in bloodStandard Deviation 3.5
VadadustatChange From Baseline in HematocritWeek 62.5 Percentage of red blood cells in bloodStandard Deviation 3.55
VadadustatChange From Baseline in HematocritWeek 163.3 Percentage of red blood cells in bloodStandard Deviation 3.48
VadadustatChange From Baseline in HematocritWeek 42 Percentage of red blood cells in bloodStandard Deviation 2.87
VadadustatChange From Baseline in HematocritWeek 193.1 Percentage of red blood cells in bloodStandard Deviation 3.51
VadadustatChange From Baseline in HematocritWeek 82.7 Percentage of red blood cells in bloodStandard Deviation 3.44
VadadustatChange From Baseline in HematocritWeek 203 Percentage of red blood cells in bloodStandard Deviation 3.8
VadadustatChange From Baseline in HematocritBaseline30.4 Percentage of red blood cells in bloodStandard Deviation 2.96
PlaceboChange From Baseline in HematocritWeek 200.1 Percentage of red blood cells in bloodStandard Deviation 3.13
PlaceboChange From Baseline in HematocritBaseline30.3 Percentage of red blood cells in bloodStandard Deviation 2.9
PlaceboChange From Baseline in HematocritWeek 2-0.6 Percentage of red blood cells in bloodStandard Deviation 1.97
PlaceboChange From Baseline in HematocritWeek 4-0.5 Percentage of red blood cells in bloodStandard Deviation 2.33
PlaceboChange From Baseline in HematocritWeek 6-1 Percentage of red blood cells in bloodStandard Deviation 2.87
PlaceboChange From Baseline in HematocritWeek 8-1 Percentage of red blood cells in bloodStandard Deviation 3.15
PlaceboChange From Baseline in HematocritWeek 12-0.3 Percentage of red blood cells in bloodStandard Deviation 2.95
PlaceboChange From Baseline in HematocritWeek 16-0.1 Percentage of red blood cells in bloodStandard Deviation 3.24
PlaceboChange From Baseline in HematocritWeek 190 Percentage of red blood cells in bloodStandard Deviation 3.19
Comparison: Week 2p-value: <0.0001t-test, 2 sided
Comparison: Week 4p-value: <0.0001t-test, 2 sided
Comparison: Week 6p-value: <0.0001t-test, 2 sided
Comparison: Week 8p-value: <0.0001t-test, 2 sided
Comparison: Week 12p-value: <0.0001t-test, 2 sided
Comparison: Week 16p-value: <0.0001t-test, 2 sided
Comparison: Week 19p-value: <0.0001t-test, 2 sided
Comparison: Week 20p-value: <0.0001t-test, 2 sided
Secondary

Change From Baseline in Hemoglobin

Blood samples were collected to assess Hgb. Baseline was defined as the mean of two samples obtained prior to dosing (Screening and Baseline). Change from Baseline was calculated as the post-Baseline value minus the Baseline value. A positive change from Baseline indicated Hgb concentration increased.

Time frame: Baseline, Week 2, Week 4, Week 6, Week 8, Week 12, Week 16, Week 19 and Week 20

Population: MITT Population. Only participants with available data were analyzed.

ArmMeasureGroupValue (MEAN)Dispersion
VadadustatChange From Baseline in HemoglobinWeek 20.1 g/dLStandard Deviation 0.756
VadadustatChange From Baseline in HemoglobinWeek 120.9 g/dLStandard Deviation 1.066
VadadustatChange From Baseline in HemoglobinWeek 60.63 g/dLStandard Deviation 1.059
VadadustatChange From Baseline in HemoglobinWeek 160.76 g/dLStandard Deviation 1.055
VadadustatChange From Baseline in HemoglobinWeek 40.39 g/dLStandard Deviation 0.868
VadadustatChange From Baseline in HemoglobinWeek 190.73 g/dLStandard Deviation 1.063
VadadustatChange From Baseline in HemoglobinWeek 80.69 g/dLStandard Deviation 1.087
VadadustatChange From Baseline in HemoglobinWeek 200.88 g/dLStandard Deviation 1.161
VadadustatChange From Baseline in HemoglobinBaseline9.94 g/dLStandard Deviation 0.861
PlaceboChange From Baseline in HemoglobinWeek 20-0.08 g/dLStandard Deviation 0.933
PlaceboChange From Baseline in HemoglobinBaseline9.96 g/dLStandard Deviation 0.79
PlaceboChange From Baseline in HemoglobinWeek 2-0.22 g/dLStandard Deviation 0.564
PlaceboChange From Baseline in HemoglobinWeek 4-0.25 g/dLStandard Deviation 0.679
PlaceboChange From Baseline in HemoglobinWeek 6-0.41 g/dLStandard Deviation 0.835
PlaceboChange From Baseline in HemoglobinWeek 8-0.4 g/dLStandard Deviation 0.878
PlaceboChange From Baseline in HemoglobinWeek 12-0.2 g/dLStandard Deviation 0.864
PlaceboChange From Baseline in HemoglobinWeek 16-0.18 g/dLStandard Deviation 0.963
PlaceboChange From Baseline in HemoglobinWeek 19-0.16 g/dLStandard Deviation 0.926
Comparison: Week 2p-value: =0.0019t-test, 2 sided
Comparison: Week 4p-value: <0.0001t-test, 2 sided
Comparison: Week 6p-value: <0.0001t-test, 2 sided
Comparison: Week 8p-value: <0.0001t-test, 2 sided
Comparison: Week 12p-value: <0.0001t-test, 2 sided
Comparison: Week 16p-value: <0.0001t-test, 2 sided
Comparison: Week 19p-value: <0.0001t-test, 2 sided
Comparison: Week 20p-value: <0.0001t-test, 2 sided
Secondary

Change From Baseline in Red Blood Cell Count

Blood samples were collected to assess red blood cell count. Baseline was defined as the mean of two samples obtained prior to dosing (Screening and Baseline). Change from Baseline was calculated as the post-Baseline value minus the Baseline value. A positive change from Baseline indicated red blood cell count increased.

Time frame: Baseline, Week 2, Week 4, Week 6, Week 8, Week 12, Week 16, Week 19 and Week 20

Population: MITT Population. Only participants with available data were analyzed.

ArmMeasureGroupValue (MEAN)Dispersion
VadadustatChange From Baseline in Red Blood Cell CountWeek 20.02 10^6 cells per microliterStandard Deviation 0.243
VadadustatChange From Baseline in Red Blood Cell CountWeek 120.3 10^6 cells per microliterStandard Deviation 0.357
VadadustatChange From Baseline in Red Blood Cell CountWeek 60.18 10^6 cells per microliterStandard Deviation 0.346
VadadustatChange From Baseline in Red Blood Cell CountWeek 160.28 10^6 cells per microliterStandard Deviation 0.363
VadadustatChange From Baseline in Red Blood Cell CountWeek 40.12 10^6 cells per microliterStandard Deviation 0.277
VadadustatChange From Baseline in Red Blood Cell CountWeek 190.26 10^6 cells per microliterStandard Deviation 0.374
VadadustatChange From Baseline in Red Blood Cell CountWeek 80.23 10^6 cells per microliterStandard Deviation 0.351
VadadustatChange From Baseline in Red Blood Cell CountWeek 200.3 10^6 cells per microliterStandard Deviation 0.411
VadadustatChange From Baseline in Red Blood Cell CountBaseline3.38 10^6 cells per microliterStandard Deviation 0.402
PlaceboChange From Baseline in Red Blood Cell CountWeek 20-0.01 10^6 cells per microliterStandard Deviation 0.314
PlaceboChange From Baseline in Red Blood Cell CountBaseline3.34 10^6 cells per microliterStandard Deviation 0.322
PlaceboChange From Baseline in Red Blood Cell CountWeek 2-0.08 10^6 cells per microliterStandard Deviation 0.212
PlaceboChange From Baseline in Red Blood Cell CountWeek 4-0.08 10^6 cells per microliterStandard Deviation 0.222
PlaceboChange From Baseline in Red Blood Cell CountWeek 6-0.14 10^6 cells per microliterStandard Deviation 0.276
PlaceboChange From Baseline in Red Blood Cell CountWeek 8-0.14 10^6 cells per microliterStandard Deviation 0.32
PlaceboChange From Baseline in Red Blood Cell CountWeek 12-0.08 10^6 cells per microliterStandard Deviation 0.29
PlaceboChange From Baseline in Red Blood Cell CountWeek 16-0.06 10^6 cells per microliterStandard Deviation 0.331
PlaceboChange From Baseline in Red Blood Cell CountWeek 19-0.04 10^6 cells per microliterStandard Deviation 0.319
Comparison: Week 2p-value: =0.0031t-test, 2 sided
Comparison: Week 4p-value: <0.0001t-test, 2 sided
Comparison: Week 6p-value: <0.0001t-test, 2 sided
Comparison: Week 8p-value: <0.0001t-test, 2 sided
Comparison: Week 12p-value: <0.0001t-test, 2 sided
Comparison: Week 16p-value: <0.0001t-test, 2 sided
Comparison: Week 19p-value: <0.0001t-test, 2 sided
Comparison: Week 20p-value: <0.0001t-test, 2 sided
Secondary

Change From Baseline in Reticulocyte Count

Blood samples were collected to assess reticulocyte count. Baseline was defined as mean of two samples obtained prior to dosing (Screening and Baseline). Change from Baseline was calculated as the post-Baseline value minus the Baseline value. A positive change from Baseline indicated reticulocyte count increased.

Time frame: Baseline, Week 2, Week 4, Week 6, Week 8, Week 12, Week 16, Week 19 and Week 20

Population: MITT Population. Only participants with available data were analyzed.

ArmMeasureGroupValue (MEAN)Dispersion
VadadustatChange From Baseline in Reticulocyte CountWeek 20.61 10^6 cells per microliterStandard Deviation 0.778
VadadustatChange From Baseline in Reticulocyte CountWeek 12-0.12 10^6 cells per microliterStandard Deviation 0.742
VadadustatChange From Baseline in Reticulocyte CountWeek 60.19 10^6 cells per microliterStandard Deviation 0.749
VadadustatChange From Baseline in Reticulocyte CountWeek 160.03 10^6 cells per microliterStandard Deviation 0.678
VadadustatChange From Baseline in Reticulocyte CountWeek 40.29 10^6 cells per microliterStandard Deviation 0.686
VadadustatChange From Baseline in Reticulocyte CountWeek 190.07 10^6 cells per microliterStandard Deviation 0.88
VadadustatChange From Baseline in Reticulocyte CountWeek 8-0.08 10^6 cells per microliterStandard Deviation 0.737
VadadustatChange From Baseline in Reticulocyte CountWeek 200.03 10^6 cells per microliterStandard Deviation 0.666
VadadustatChange From Baseline in Reticulocyte CountBaseline2.12 10^6 cells per microliterStandard Deviation 0.858
PlaceboChange From Baseline in Reticulocyte CountWeek 200.12 10^6 cells per microliterStandard Deviation 0.786
PlaceboChange From Baseline in Reticulocyte CountBaseline1.97 10^6 cells per microliterStandard Deviation 0.816
PlaceboChange From Baseline in Reticulocyte CountWeek 2-0.07 10^6 cells per microliterStandard Deviation 0.532
PlaceboChange From Baseline in Reticulocyte CountWeek 40.06 10^6 cells per microliterStandard Deviation 0.485
PlaceboChange From Baseline in Reticulocyte CountWeek 60.08 10^6 cells per microliterStandard Deviation 0.549
PlaceboChange From Baseline in Reticulocyte CountWeek 80.06 10^6 cells per microliterStandard Deviation 0.665
PlaceboChange From Baseline in Reticulocyte CountWeek 120.02 10^6 cells per microliterStandard Deviation 0.639
PlaceboChange From Baseline in Reticulocyte CountWeek 16-0.03 10^6 cells per microliterStandard Deviation 0.659
PlaceboChange From Baseline in Reticulocyte CountWeek 19-0.05 10^6 cells per microliterStandard Deviation 0.672
Comparison: Week 2p-value: <0.0001t-test, 2 sided
Comparison: Week 4p-value: =0.0133t-test, 2 sided
Comparison: Week 6p-value: =0.3053t-test, 2 sided
Comparison: Week 8p-value: =0.1918t-test, 2 sided
Comparison: Week 12p-value: =0.209t-test, 2 sided
Comparison: Week 16p-value: =0.6184t-test, 2 sided
Comparison: Week 19p-value: =0.3604t-test, 2 sided
Comparison: Week 20p-value: =0.4056t-test, 2 sided
Secondary

Mean Number of ESA Rescue Doses Administered Per Participant

Participants were administered epoetin alfa or darbepoetin alfa as a rescue medication who have met the Hgb rescue criteria in addition to having experienced a clinically significant worsening of their anemia or the symptoms of anemia.

Time frame: Up to 20 Weeks

Population: MITT Population. Only participants with available data were analyzed.

ArmMeasureGroupValue (MEAN)Dispersion
VadadustatMean Number of ESA Rescue Doses Administered Per ParticipantEpoetin Alfa1.7 Doses/participantsStandard Deviation 1.63
PlaceboMean Number of ESA Rescue Doses Administered Per ParticipantEpoetin Alfa2.8 Doses/participantsStandard Deviation 1.79
PlaceboMean Number of ESA Rescue Doses Administered Per ParticipantDarbepoetin Alfa4.3 Doses/participantsStandard Deviation 2.52
Secondary

Number of Packed Red Blood Cell Transfusion Administered Per Participant

Participants were administered packed red blood cells as a rescue medication who have met the Hgb rescue criteria in addition to having experienced a clinically significant worsening of their anemia or the symptoms of anemia.

Time frame: Up to 20 Weeks

Population: MITT Population. Only participants who received transfusion rescue were analyzed.

ArmMeasureValue (MEDIAN)
PlaceboNumber of Packed Red Blood Cell Transfusion Administered Per Participant1.0 Units of blood per participant
Secondary

Number of Participants With Clinically Abnormal 12-Lead Electrocardiogram (ECG) Findings

A standard 12-lead ECG was performed following dosing in a supine position for approximately 10 minutes. ECGs were taken prior to blood draws when possible. The investigator was responsible for reviewing laboratory results for clinical significance.

Time frame: Up to 20 Weeks

Population: ITT Population

ArmMeasureValue (COUNT_OF_PARTICIPANTS)
VadadustatNumber of Participants With Clinically Abnormal 12-Lead Electrocardiogram (ECG) Findings1 Participants
PlaceboNumber of Participants With Clinically Abnormal 12-Lead Electrocardiogram (ECG) Findings0 Participants
Secondary

Number of Participants With Clinically Significant Changes From Baseline in Laboratory Parameter Values

Parameters assessed for laboratory values included hematology, serum chemistry, and urinalysis. The investigator was responsible for reviewing laboratory results for clinically significant changes.

Time frame: Up to 20 Weeks

Population: ITT Population

ArmMeasureGroupValue (COUNT_OF_PARTICIPANTS)
VadadustatNumber of Participants With Clinically Significant Changes From Baseline in Laboratory Parameter ValuesSerum chemistry1 Participants
VadadustatNumber of Participants With Clinically Significant Changes From Baseline in Laboratory Parameter ValuesHematology0 Participants
VadadustatNumber of Participants With Clinically Significant Changes From Baseline in Laboratory Parameter ValuesUrinalysis0 Participants
PlaceboNumber of Participants With Clinically Significant Changes From Baseline in Laboratory Parameter ValuesHematology0 Participants
PlaceboNumber of Participants With Clinically Significant Changes From Baseline in Laboratory Parameter ValuesSerum chemistry0 Participants
PlaceboNumber of Participants With Clinically Significant Changes From Baseline in Laboratory Parameter ValuesUrinalysis0 Participants
Secondary

Number of Participants With Clinically Significant Changes From Baseline in Physical Examination Findings

A Baseline physical examination was performed at screening. Otherwise, abbreviated physical examinations were conducted and were to include heart, lung, and abdomen. The investigator was responsible for reviewing laboratory results for clinically significant changes.

Time frame: Up to 20 Weeks

Population: ITT Population

ArmMeasureValue (COUNT_OF_PARTICIPANTS)
VadadustatNumber of Participants With Clinically Significant Changes From Baseline in Physical Examination Findings0 Participants
PlaceboNumber of Participants With Clinically Significant Changes From Baseline in Physical Examination Findings0 Participants
Secondary

Number of Participants With Clinically Significant Changes From Baseline in Vital Signs

Parameters assessed for vital signs included sitting (at rest for a minimum of 5 minutes) heart rate, respiratory rate, body temperature, and blood pressure. The investigator was responsible for reviewing laboratory results for clinically significant changes.

Time frame: Up to 20 Weeks

Population: ITT Population

ArmMeasureValue (COUNT_OF_PARTICIPANTS)
VadadustatNumber of Participants With Clinically Significant Changes From Baseline in Vital Signs0 Participants
PlaceboNumber of Participants With Clinically Significant Changes From Baseline in Vital Signs0 Participants
Secondary

Number of Participants With Treatment-emergent Adverse Events (TEAEs) and Treatment-emergent Serious Adverse Events (SAEs)

An Adverse Event (AE) was defined as any untoward medical occurrence, signs, symptoms, disease, or laboratory or physiological observations occurring in a participant administered with drug, regardless of a causal relationship with that treatment or usage. This also included all suspected adverse medication reactions, reactions from medication overdose, abuse, withdrawal, sensitivity, toxicity, unrelated illnesses, including worsening a pre-existing condition, injury, or accidents. Serious Adverse Events (SAEs) was defined as any life-threatening condition; hospitalization or prolongation of existing hospitalization; persistent or significant disability/incapacity; congenital anomaly/birth defect; or death.

Time frame: Up to 20 Weeks

Population: Intent-to-treat (ITT) population included all randomized participants who received at least one dose of study medication

ArmMeasureGroupValue (COUNT_OF_PARTICIPANTS)
VadadustatNumber of Participants With Treatment-emergent Adverse Events (TEAEs) and Treatment-emergent Serious Adverse Events (SAEs)TEAEs58 Participants
VadadustatNumber of Participants With Treatment-emergent Adverse Events (TEAEs) and Treatment-emergent Serious Adverse Events (SAEs)Treatment-emergent SAEs33 Participants
PlaceboNumber of Participants With Treatment-emergent Adverse Events (TEAEs) and Treatment-emergent Serious Adverse Events (SAEs)TEAEs29 Participants
PlaceboNumber of Participants With Treatment-emergent Adverse Events (TEAEs) and Treatment-emergent Serious Adverse Events (SAEs)Treatment-emergent SAEs11 Participants
Secondary

Percentage of Participants Achieving a Successful Hemoglobin Response, Analyzed in mITT Population

Hgb response was defined as participants with mean Hgb ≥11.0 g/dL (average of Weeks 19 and 20) or increase in Hgb by ≥ 1.2 g/dL (average of Weeks 19 and 20) over pre-dose average (average of the two Hgb values obtained prior to dosing) without receiving ESA or transfusion. Analysis of this secondary outcome measure was performed in the mITT population.

Time frame: Weeks 19 and 20

Population: MITT Population. Only participants with available data were analyzed.

ArmMeasureValue (NUMBER)
VadadustatPercentage of Participants Achieving a Successful Hemoglobin Response, Analyzed in mITT Population44.1 Percentage of participants
PlaceboPercentage of Participants Achieving a Successful Hemoglobin Response, Analyzed in mITT Population11.1 Percentage of participants
p-value: <0.0001Fisher Exact
Secondary

Percentage of Participants Achieving a Successful Hemoglobin Response, Determined Solely Based on the Hemoglobin Value

Hgb response was defined as participants with mean Hgb ≥11.0 g/dL (average of Weeks 19 and 20) or increase in Hgb by ≥ 1.2 g/dL (average of Weeks 19 and 20) over pre-dose average (average of the two Hgb values obtained prior to dosing). Analysis of this secondary outcome measure is a reanalysis of the primary outcome measure whereby the response was determined solely by the Hgb value and receiving rescue therapy did not make the participant a failure.

Time frame: Weeks 19 and 20

Population: MITT Population. Only participants with available data were analyzed.

ArmMeasureValue (NUMBER)
VadadustatPercentage of Participants Achieving a Successful Hemoglobin Response, Determined Solely Based on the Hemoglobin Value44.9 Percentage of participants
PlaceboPercentage of Participants Achieving a Successful Hemoglobin Response, Determined Solely Based on the Hemoglobin Value13.9 Percentage of participants
p-value: <0.0001Fisher Exact
Secondary

Percentage of Participants Achieving a Successful Hemoglobin Response in ESA Actively Treated Group

Hgb response was defined as participants with mean Hgb ≥11.0 g/dL (average of Weeks 19 and 20) or increase in Hgb by ≥ 1.2 g/dL (average of Weeks 19 and 20) over pre-dose average (average of the two Hgb values obtained prior to dosing) without receiving ESA or transfusion. Participants were assigned to 1 of 3 study groups based on their ESA status at the screening visit: Naïve, Previously Treated and Actively Treated. Analysis of this secondary outcome measure was performed in the ESA Actively Treated group, defined as participants who had been actively treated with an ESA for a minimum of 4 months before screening, had received at least 2 doses within the last 4 months, had received their last dose within 6 weeks before screening, and had a screening Hgb level ≥9.5 g/dL and ≤12.0 g/dL.

Time frame: Weeks 19 and 20

Population: MITT Population. Only participants with available data were analyzed.

ArmMeasureValue (NUMBER)
VadadustatPercentage of Participants Achieving a Successful Hemoglobin Response in ESA Actively Treated Group33.3 Percentage of participants
PlaceboPercentage of Participants Achieving a Successful Hemoglobin Response in ESA Actively Treated Group7.7 Percentage of participants
p-value: =0.1238Fisher Exact
Secondary

Percentage of Participants Achieving a Successful Hemoglobin Response in ESA Previously Treated Group

Hgb response was defined as participants with mean Hgb ≥11.0 g/dL (average of Weeks 19 and 20) or increase in Hgb by ≥ 1.2 g/dL (average of Weeks 19 and 20) over pre-dose average (average of the two Hgb values obtained prior to dosing) without receiving ESA or transfusion. Participants were assigned to 1 of 3 study groups based on their ESA status at the screening visit: Naïve, Previously Treated and Actively Treated. Analysis of this secondary outcome measure was performed in the ESA Previously Treated group, defined as participants who had previously received ≥1 dose of an ESA, had been off of ESA therapy for ≥11 weeks at the time of screening, and had a screening Hgb level of ≤10.5 g/dL.

Time frame: Weeks 19 and 20

Population: MITT Population. Only participants with available data were analyzed.

ArmMeasureValue (NUMBER)
VadadustatPercentage of Participants Achieving a Successful Hemoglobin Response in ESA Previously Treated Group41.5 Percentage of participants
PlaceboPercentage of Participants Achieving a Successful Hemoglobin Response in ESA Previously Treated Group19 Percentage of participants
p-value: =0.0953Fisher Exact
Secondary

Percentage of Participants Achieving a Successful Hemoglobin Response in ESA Treatment naïve Group

Hgb response was defined as participants with mean Hgb ≥11.0 g/dL (average of Weeks 19 and 20) or increase in Hgb by ≥ 1.2 g/dL (average of Weeks 19 and 20) over pre-dose average (average of the two Hgb values obtained prior to dosing) without receiving ESA or transfusion. Participants were assigned to 1 of 3 study groups based on their ESA status at the screening visit: Naïve, Previously Treated and Actively Treated. Analysis of this secondary outcome measure was performed in the ESA Treatment Naïve group, defined as participants who had never received treatment with an ESA and who had a screening Hgb level of ≤10.5 g/dL.

Time frame: Weeks 19 and 20

Population: MITT Population. Only participants with available data were analyzed.

ArmMeasureValue (NUMBER)
VadadustatPercentage of Participants Achieving a Successful Hemoglobin Response in ESA Treatment naïve Group50 Percentage of participants
PlaceboPercentage of Participants Achieving a Successful Hemoglobin Response in ESA Treatment naïve Group7.9 Percentage of participants
Secondary

Percentage of Participants Who Received ESA Rescue

Participants were administered epoetin alfa or darbepoetin alfa as a rescue medication who met the Hgb rescue criteria in addition to having experienced a clinically significant worsening of their anemia or the symptoms of anemia.

Time frame: Up to 20 Weeks

Population: MITT Population. Only participants with available data were analyzed.

ArmMeasureGroupValue (NUMBER)
VadadustatPercentage of Participants Who Received ESA RescueEpoetin Alfa4.4 Percentage of participants
VadadustatPercentage of Participants Who Received ESA RescueDarbepoetin Alfa0 Percentage of participants
PlaceboPercentage of Participants Who Received ESA RescueEpoetin Alfa12.5 Percentage of participants
PlaceboPercentage of Participants Who Received ESA RescueDarbepoetin Alfa4.2 Percentage of participants
Secondary

Percentage of Participants Who Received Packed Red Blood Cell Transfusion Rescue

Participants were administered packed red blood cell transfusion as a rescue medication who have met the Hgb rescue criteria in addition to having experienced a clinically significant worsening of their anemia or the symptoms of anemia

Time frame: Up to 20 Weeks

Population: MITT Population. Only participants with available data were analyzed.

ArmMeasureValue (NUMBER)
VadadustatPercentage of Participants Who Received Packed Red Blood Cell Transfusion Rescue0 Percentage of participants
PlaceboPercentage of Participants Who Received Packed Red Blood Cell Transfusion Rescue1.4 Percentage of participants
Secondary

Percentage of Participants With Hemoglobin Value ≥13.0 g/dL at Any Time During the Study

Participants who have experienced an excursion in Hgb to ≥13.0 g/dL at any time during the study were considered as failures. Data was presented for failures.

Time frame: Up to 20 Weeks

Population: Modified Intent-to-Treat (MITT) Population: all randomized participants who received at least one dose of study medication and had a Baseline (either screening or Baseline for both Hgb and RBC count) and at least one post-Baseline measurement for both Hgb and RBC. Only participants with available data were analyzed.

ArmMeasureValue (NUMBER)
VadadustatPercentage of Participants With Hemoglobin Value ≥13.0 g/dL at Any Time During the Study59.6 Percentage of participants
PlaceboPercentage of Participants With Hemoglobin Value ≥13.0 g/dL at Any Time During the Study88.9 Percentage of participants
p-value: <0.0001Fisher Exact
Secondary

Time to First Transfusion or ESA Rescue Medication Intake

Rescue therapy was defined as red blood cell transfusion or ESA administration in participants meeting Hgb rescue criteria in addition to having experienced a clinically significant worsening of their anemia or the symptoms of anemia.

Time frame: Up to 20 Weeks

Population: MITT Population. Only participants with available data were analyzed.

ArmMeasureValue (MEAN)Dispersion
VadadustatTime to First Transfusion or ESA Rescue Medication Intake21.6 WeeksStandard Deviation 6.08
PlaceboTime to First Transfusion or ESA Rescue Medication Intake21.2 WeeksStandard Deviation 5.71
p-value: =0.001795% CI: [1.5752, 10.908]Log Rank
Other Pre-specified

Exploratory: Absolute Values of Hemoglobin A1c

Time frame: Baseline and up to Week 20

Other Pre-specified

Exploratory: Absolute Values of Hepcidin

Time frame: Baseline and up to Week 20

Other Pre-specified

Exploratory: Absolute Values of Interleukin 6, Cystatin C, Intact Parathyroid Hormone, and Calcitonin

Time frame: Baseline and up to Week 20

Other Pre-specified

Exploratory: Absolute Values of Iron and Total Iron Binding Capacity (TIBC)

Time frame: Baseline and up to Week 20

Other Pre-specified

Exploratory: Absolute Values of Lipids

Time frame: Baseline and up to Week 20

Other Pre-specified

Exploratory: Absolute Values of Reticulocyte Hemoglobin Content

Time frame: Baseline and up to Week 20

Other Pre-specified

Exploratory: Absolute Values of Transferrin

Time frame: Baseline and up to Week 20

Other Pre-specified

Exploratory: Absolute Values of Transferrin Saturation

Time frame: Baseline and up to Week 20

Other Pre-specified

Exploratory: Change From Baseline in Hemoglobin A1c

Time frame: Baseline and up to Week 20

Other Pre-specified

Exploratory: Change From Baseline in Hepcidin

Time frame: Baseline and up to Week 20

Other Pre-specified

Exploratory: Change From Baseline in Interleukin 6, Cystatin C, Intact Parathyroid Hormone, and Calcitonin

Time frame: Baseline and up to Week 20

Other Pre-specified

Exploratory: Change From Baseline in Iron and Total Iron Binding Capacity (TIBC)

Time frame: Baseline and up to Week 20

Other Pre-specified

Exploratory: Change From Baseline in Lipids

Time frame: Baseline and up to Week 20

Other Pre-specified

Exploratory: Change From Baseline in Reticulocyte Hemoglobin Content

Time frame: Baseline and up to Week 20

Other Pre-specified

Exploratory: Change From Baseline in Transferrin

Time frame: Baseline and up to Week 20

Other Pre-specified

Exploratory: Change From Baseline in Transferrin Saturation

Time frame: Baseline and up to Week 20

Other Pre-specified

Exploratory: Change From Baseline in Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor (VEGF)

Time frame: Baseline and up to Week 20

Other Pre-specified

Exploratory: Mean Weekly Dose of Intravenous Elemental Iron Administered

Time frame: Baseline and up to Week 20

Other Pre-specified

Exploratory: Neurocognitive Functioning as a Measure

Time frame: Baseline and up to Week 20

Other Pre-specified

Exploratory: Patient-Reported Outcome Measures

Time frame: Baseline and up to Week 20

Other Pre-specified

Exploratory: Plasma Concentrations of Vadadustat and Its Glucuronide Metabolites

Time frame: Baseline and up to Week 20

Other Pre-specified

Exploratory: Plasma Concentrations of Vadadustat and Its Glucuronide Metabolites

Time frame: Baseline

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