Safety Issues
Conditions
Brief summary
This study assesses the safety, tolerability and pharmacokinetics of NP10679 when delivered intravenously in escalating dose levels in comparison to placebo.
Detailed description
NP10679 is a pH dependent inhibitor of the GluN2B subtype of the NMDA receptor. Compounds of this drug class are hypothesized to be beneficial in a number of central nervous system disorders, including brain ischemia associated with subarachnoid hemorrhage, severe pain, major depression and substance abuse disorders. This study uses a double blind, adaptive design approach to evaluate the safety, tolerability and pharmacokinetics of a single dose of NP10679 when delivered intravenously in up to six escalating dose levels in comparison to placebo.
Interventions
Intravenous vehicle
NP10679
Sponsors
Study design
Intervention model description
Adaptive design of placebo and up to six escalating doses of NP10679
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
* Male and female subjects aged 18 to 55 years * Ability to understand the requirements of the study, provide written informed consent, abide by the study restrictions, and agree to return for the required assessments. * If of child bearing potential (both men and women) must agree to use 2 forms of contraceptive methods for the duration of study.
Exclusion criteria
* Clinical laboratory values greater than or equal to 2 times the upper limit of normal. * Recent history (within 2 yrs) or current tobacco use.
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Incidence of adverse events as a measure of safety and tolerability | 8 days | Observed side effects and alteration in laboratory values. |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Plasma concentration of parent drug | 4 days | Cmax after administration. |
Countries
United States