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In-Home Evaluation of Episodic Administration of Palovarotene in Fibrodysplasia Ossificans Progressiva (FOP) Subjects

A Phase 2, In-Home, Safety and Efficacy Evaluation of Episodic Administration of Open-Label Palovarotene in Subjects With Fibrodysplasia Ossificans Progressiva (FOP)

Status
Terminated
Phases
Phase 2
Study type
Interventional
Source
ClinicalTrials.gov
Registry ID
NCT02521792
Enrollment
6
Registered
2015-08-13
Start date
2015-12-07
Completion date
2016-08-04
Last updated
2020-10-19

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Conditions

Fibrodysplasia Ossificans Progressiva

Keywords

Open-label study, Clinical trial Phase 2, Efficacy and safety, Heterotopic ossification, Fibrodysplasia Ossificans Progressiva, Flare-up, Palovarotene, Retinoic acid receptor agonist, Retinoic acid receptor gamma agonist, Clementia, Myositis Ossificans Progressiva, Munchmeyer's Disease, FOP

Brief summary

Fibrodysplasia Ossificans Progressiva (FOP) is a rare, severely disabling disease characterized by painful, recurrent episodes of soft tissue swelling (flare-ups) that result in abnormal bone formation (heterotopic ossification or HO) in muscles, tendons, and ligaments. Flare-ups begin early in life and may occur spontaneously or after soft tissue trauma, vaccinations, or influenza infections. Recurrent flare-ups progressively restrict movement by locking joints leading to cumulative loss of function and disability. Mouse models of FOP have demonstrated the ability of retinoic acid receptor gamma (RARγ) agonists such as palovarotene to prevent HO following injury. This 36-month study will evaluate the long-term safety and efficacy of episodic treatment with palovarotene for flare-ups in FOP subjects who successfully complete two flare-up treatment periods (6 weeks duration) and two follow-up periods (6 weeks duration) in Study PVO-1A-202.

Detailed description

The primary objective of this Phase 2, open-label, multicenter, single-arm, extension study is to investigate the safety and efficacy of episodic treatment with palovarotene in FOP subjects with flare-ups. Secondary objectives are: The effect of episodic treatment of flare-ups with palovarotene on range of motion (ROM) as assessed by the subject global assessment of movement. * The effect of episodic treatment of flare-ups with palovarotene on ROM as assessed by the Cumulative Analogue Joint Involvement Scale for FOP (CAJIS) for subjects with video-conferencing capability. * The effect of episodic treatment of flare-ups with palovarotene on the total burden of heterotopic ossification (HO) as assessed by low-dose whole body computerized tomography (WBCT), excluding the head; and whole body dual energy x-ray absorptiometry (DEXA). * The effect of episodic treatment of flare-ups with palovarotene on physical function using age-appropriate forms of the FOP-Physical Function Questionnaire (FOP-PFQ). * The effect of episodic treatment of flare-ups with palovarotene on physical and mental health using age appropriate forms of the Patient Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System (PROMIS) Global Health Scale. * The effects of episodic treatment of flare-ups with palovarotene on pain and swelling associated with the flare-up using numeric rating scales (NRS) or the Faces Pain Scale-Revised (FPS-R) in subjects under 8 years of age. * The use of assistive devices and adaptations for daily living by FOP subjects. The follow-up portion of the study will consist of a Screening visit that will correspond to the last day (Study Day 84) of Study PVO-1A-202 and bi-annual assessments at Months 6, 12, 18, 24, 30, and 36. Subjects experiencing a new, distinct flare-up during the 36-month follow-up will be evaluated and if eligible, receive palovarotene at the weight-adjusted equivalent of 10 mg for 14 days followed by 5 mg for at least 28 days. Any subject who received a lower dosing regimen due to tolerability issues during Study PVO-1A-202 will receive that tolerated dose. For each flare-up there will be two periods: 1. A Screening period to occur within 7 days of the start of a new, distinct flare-up. The first dose of palovarotene will be taken within 10 days of the flare-up onset to allow for shipment of study medication to the subject's home. 2. A treatment period of at least 6 weeks duration. Subjects experiencing a new, distinct flare-up will be evaluated

Interventions

Palovarotene will be taken orally once daily at approximately the same time each day. Powder filled hard gelatin capsules may be opened and the contents added onto specific food.

Sponsors

Clementia Pharmaceuticals Inc.
Lead SponsorINDUSTRY

Study design

Allocation
NA
Intervention model
SINGLE_GROUP
Primary purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
NONE

Eligibility

Sex/Gender
ALL
Age
6 Years to 65 Years
Healthy volunteers
No

Inclusion criteria

For study enrollment * Completed Study PVO-1A-202 having been treated with palovarotene (ie, 6 weeks on-treatment and 6-weeks follow-up) for two flare-ups. * Written, signed, and dated informed consent or age-appropriate subject/parent assent (this must be performed according to local regulations). For treatment with palovarotene for subsequent flare-ups * Symptomatic onset of a new, distinct flare-up within 10 days of the first dose of study drug. Symptoms must be reported by the subject, be consistent with their previous flare-ups, and include a subject-reported onset date. The flare-up must be confirmed by the physician at screening via telephone contact and/or video-conferencing. * Females of child-bearing potential (FOCBP) must have a negative blood (or urine) pregnancy test (with sensitivity of at least 50 mIU/mL) prior to administration of palovarotene. Male and FOCBP subjects must agree to remain abstinent during treatment and for 1 month after treatment or, if sexually active, to use two highly effective methods of birth control during and for 1 month after treatment. Additionally, sexually active FOCBP subjects must already be using two highly effective methods of birth control 1 month before treatment is to start. Specific risk of the use of retinoids during pregnancy, and the agreement to remain abstinent or use two highly effective methods of birth control will be clearly defined in the informed consent, and the subject or legally authorized representatives (eg, parents, caregivers, or legal guardians) must specifically sign this section. * Subjects must be accessible for treatment with palovarotene and follow-up.

Exclusion criteria

For study enrollment * Any reason that, in the opinion of the Investigator, would lead to the inability of the subject and/or family to comply with the protocol. For treatment with palovarotene for subsequent flare-ups: * Weight \<20 kg. * The flare-up is at a completely ankylosed joint. * Intercurrent non-healed fracture at any location. * If currently using vitamin A or beta carotene, multivitamins containing vitamin A or beta carotene, or herbal preparations, fish oil, and unable or unwilling to discontinue use of these products during palovarotene treatment. * Exposure to synthetic oral retinoids in the past 30 days prior to screening (signature of the informed consent or age-appropriate subject assent). * Concurrent treatment with tetracycline or any tetracycline derivatives due to the potential increased risk of pseudotumor cerebri * History of allergy or hypersensitivity to retinoids or lactose. * Female subjects who are breastfeeding. * Subjects with uncontrolled cardiovascular, hepatic, pulmonary, gastrointestinal, endocrine, metabolic, ophthalmologic, immunologic, psychiatric, clinically significant abnormal laboratory findings, or other significant disease. * Simultaneous participation in another interventional clinical research study within the past 4 weeks (except for Study PVO-1A-202). * Subjects experiencing suicidal ideation (type 4 or 5) or any suicidal behavior within the past month prior to Screening as defined by the Columbia Suicide Severity Rating Scale. * Any reason that, in the opinion of the Investigator, would lead to the inability of the subject and/or family to comply with the protocol.

Design outcomes

Primary

MeasureTime frameDescription
Number of Subjects With Treatment-emergent Adverse Events (TEAEs)Day 1 until 6 weeks after the end of treatment (an expected average treatment of 6 weeks). Assessed until data cut-off for study termination (maximum of 35 days).The primary endpoint was the safety of palovarotene as assessed by the incidence of TEAEs (including those known to be associated with retinoids) and serious adverse event (SAEs) monitored throughout the treatment period. TEAEs were adverse events reported during treatment with palovarotene or within 6 weeks after the end of treatment. Day 1 was the first day that study drug was administered for a flare-up. The number of subjects experiencing at least one TEAE or treatment-emergent SAE are presented.

Secondary

MeasureTime frame
Change From Baseline in the Use of Assistive Devices and Adaptations for Daily Living by FOP SubjectsBaseline (flare-up screening), 6 weeks after the end of treatment, and 6-month intervals for duration of study.
Subject Global Assessment of Movement as Determined by a Subject Completed Questionnaire, or Proxy Completed Questionnaire in Subjects Under 8 Years of AgeEvery 6 weeks while on study drug, at the end of treatment (should treatment be extended beyond 6 weeks), and 6 weeks after the end of treatment.
Change From Baseline in Cumulative Analogue Joint Involvement Scale for FOP as Assessed by the Investigator Using Remote Video-conferencingBaseline (flare-up screening), every 6 weeks while on study drug, at the end of treatment (should treatment be extended beyond 6 weeks), and 6 weeks after the end of treatment.
Change From Baseline in Extent of Heterotopic Ossification (HO) by Whole Body Low-dose Computerized Tomography (CT) Scan, Excluding the HeadBaseline (final visit for Study PVO-1A-202/Part A) and at end of study (36 months).
Change From Baseline in Physical Function Using Age-appropriate Forms of the FOP-Physical Function QuestionnaireBaseline (flare-up screening), every 6 weeks while on study drug, at the end of treatment (should treatment be extended beyond 6 weeks), and 6 weeks after the end of treatment, and 6-month intervals for duration of study.
Change From Baseline in Pain and Swelling at the Flare-up Site Using Numeric Rating Scales, or Faces Pain Scale-Revised in Subjects Under 8 Years of AgeBaseline (flare-up screening), every 2 weeks while on study drug, at the end of treatment (should treatment be extended beyond 6 weeks), and 6 weeks after the end of treatment.
Change From Baseline in Physical and Mental Health Using Age-appropriate Forms of the Patient-Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System (PROMIS) Global Health ScaleBaseline (flare-up screening), every 6 weeks while on study drug, at the end of treatment (should treatment be extended beyond 6 weeks), 6 weeks after the end of treatment, and 6-month intervals for duration of study.
Duration of Active, Symptomatic Flare-up as Assessed by the Subject and the InvestigatorBaseline (flare-up screening), after 6 weeks on study drug, and every 2 weeks after Week 6 until flare-up resolution.
Change From Baseline in Extent of HO by Whole Body Dual Energy X-ray Absorptiometry (DEXA) ScanBaseline (screening/enrollment visit) and at end of study (36 months).

Countries

United States

Participant flow

Recruitment details

Fibrodysplasia Ossificans Progressiva (FOP) subjects treated with palovarotene for 2 flare-ups in Study PVO-1A-202/Part A were enrolled. During enrolment, the dosage regimen for Study PVO-1A-202/Part B was optimized. Study PVO-1A-203 was terminated and participating subjects enrolled into Study PVO-1A-202/Part B to receive the modified regimen.

Pre-assignment details

The screening visit for this study (PVO-1A-203) was the same day as the end of study visit for Study PVO-1A-202/Part A. Subjects experiencing an eligible flare-up received open-label palovarotene (treatment period of at least 6 weeks). Subjects were to be followed for 36 months with telephone/video-conferencing assessments performed every 6 months.

Participants by arm

ArmCount
Palovarotene
Subjects experiencing an eligible flare-up received a weight-based equivalent dose of palovarotene 10 mg orally once daily for 14 days, followed by 5 mg once daily for 28 days. If treatment was extended beyond 6 weeks (if deemed necessary by the Investigator), the palovarotene dose-equivalent of 5 mg was to be administered (in 2-week increments) until the flare-up resolved.
6
Total6

Withdrawals & dropouts

PeriodReasonFG000
Overall StudyStudy Terminated6

Baseline characteristics

CharacteristicPalovarotene
Age, Categorical
<=18 years
0 Participants
Age, Categorical
>=65 years
0 Participants
Age, Categorical
Between 18 and 65 years
6 Participants
Region of Enrollment
United States
6 participants
Sex: Female, Male
Female
1 Participants
Sex: Female, Male
Male
5 Participants

Adverse events

Event typeEG000
affected / at risk
deaths
Total, all-cause mortality
0 / 4
other
Total, other adverse events
4 / 4
serious
Total, serious adverse events
1 / 4

Outcome results

Primary

Number of Subjects With Treatment-emergent Adverse Events (TEAEs)

The primary endpoint was the safety of palovarotene as assessed by the incidence of TEAEs (including those known to be associated with retinoids) and serious adverse event (SAEs) monitored throughout the treatment period. TEAEs were adverse events reported during treatment with palovarotene or within 6 weeks after the end of treatment. Day 1 was the first day that study drug was administered for a flare-up. The number of subjects experiencing at least one TEAE or treatment-emergent SAE are presented.

Time frame: Day 1 until 6 weeks after the end of treatment (an expected average treatment of 6 weeks). Assessed until data cut-off for study termination (maximum of 35 days).

Population: The safety population included all subjects who received at least 1 dose of study drug.

ArmMeasureGroupValue (COUNT_OF_PARTICIPANTS)
PalovaroteneNumber of Subjects With Treatment-emergent Adverse Events (TEAEs)TEAE4 Participants
PalovaroteneNumber of Subjects With Treatment-emergent Adverse Events (TEAEs)Treatment-emergent SAE1 Participants
Secondary

Change From Baseline in Cumulative Analogue Joint Involvement Scale for FOP as Assessed by the Investigator Using Remote Video-conferencing

Time frame: Baseline (flare-up screening), every 6 weeks while on study drug, at the end of treatment (should treatment be extended beyond 6 weeks), and 6 weeks after the end of treatment.

Population: The study was stopped prematurely and only 4 subjects received treatment. No summary statistics are available due to the limited data from the small number of evaluable subjects and individual subject data are not presented to protect the privacy of the individuals.

Secondary

Change From Baseline in Extent of Heterotopic Ossification (HO) by Whole Body Low-dose Computerized Tomography (CT) Scan, Excluding the Head

Time frame: Baseline (final visit for Study PVO-1A-202/Part A) and at end of study (36 months).

Population: The study was stopped prematurely and only 4 subjects received treatment. No summary statistics are available due to the limited data from the small number of evaluable subjects and individual subject data are not presented to protect the privacy of the individuals.

Secondary

Change From Baseline in Extent of HO by Whole Body Dual Energy X-ray Absorptiometry (DEXA) Scan

Time frame: Baseline (screening/enrollment visit) and at end of study (36 months).

Population: The study was stopped prematurely and only 4 subjects received treatment. No summary statistics are available due to the limited data from the small number of evaluable subjects and individual subject data are not presented to protect the privacy of the individuals.

Secondary

Change From Baseline in Pain and Swelling at the Flare-up Site Using Numeric Rating Scales, or Faces Pain Scale-Revised in Subjects Under 8 Years of Age

Time frame: Baseline (flare-up screening), every 2 weeks while on study drug, at the end of treatment (should treatment be extended beyond 6 weeks), and 6 weeks after the end of treatment.

Population: The study was stopped prematurely and only 4 subjects received treatment. No summary statistics are available due to the limited data from the small number of evaluable subjects and individual subject data are not presented to protect the privacy of the individuals.

Secondary

Change From Baseline in Physical and Mental Health Using Age-appropriate Forms of the Patient-Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System (PROMIS) Global Health Scale

Time frame: Baseline (flare-up screening), every 6 weeks while on study drug, at the end of treatment (should treatment be extended beyond 6 weeks), 6 weeks after the end of treatment, and 6-month intervals for duration of study.

Population: The study was stopped prematurely and only 4 subjects received treatment. No summary statistics are available due to the limited data from the small number of evaluable subjects and individual subject data are not presented to protect the privacy of the individuals.

Secondary

Change From Baseline in Physical Function Using Age-appropriate Forms of the FOP-Physical Function Questionnaire

Time frame: Baseline (flare-up screening), every 6 weeks while on study drug, at the end of treatment (should treatment be extended beyond 6 weeks), and 6 weeks after the end of treatment, and 6-month intervals for duration of study.

Population: The study was stopped prematurely and only 4 subjects received treatment. No summary statistics are available due to the limited data from the small number of evaluable subjects and individual subject data are not presented to protect the privacy of the individuals.

Secondary

Change From Baseline in the Use of Assistive Devices and Adaptations for Daily Living by FOP Subjects

Time frame: Baseline (flare-up screening), 6 weeks after the end of treatment, and 6-month intervals for duration of study.

Population: The study was stopped prematurely and only 4 subjects received treatment. No summary statistics are available due to the limited data from the small number of evaluable subjects and individual subject data are not presented to protect the privacy of the individuals.

Secondary

Duration of Active, Symptomatic Flare-up as Assessed by the Subject and the Investigator

Time frame: Baseline (flare-up screening), after 6 weeks on study drug, and every 2 weeks after Week 6 until flare-up resolution.

Population: The study was stopped prematurely and only 4 subjects received treatment. No summary statistics are available due to the limited data from the small number of evaluable subjects and individual subject data are not presented to protect the privacy of the individuals.

Secondary

Subject Global Assessment of Movement as Determined by a Subject Completed Questionnaire, or Proxy Completed Questionnaire in Subjects Under 8 Years of Age

Time frame: Every 6 weeks while on study drug, at the end of treatment (should treatment be extended beyond 6 weeks), and 6 weeks after the end of treatment.

Population: The study was stopped prematurely and only 4 subjects received treatment. No summary statistics are available due to the limited data from the small number of evaluable subjects and individual subject data are not presented to protect the privacy of the individuals.

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