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A Study of AAV2-hAQP1 Gene Therapy in Participants With Radiation-Induced Late Xerostomia (AQUAX2)

Primary Purpose

Grade 2 and 3 Late Xerostomia Caused by Radiotherapy for Cancers of the Upper Aerodigestive Tract, Excluding the Parotid Glands

Status
Recruiting
Phase
Phase 2
Locations
United States
Study Type
Interventional
Intervention
AAV2-hAQP1 Concentration 1
AAV2-hAQP1 Concentration 2
Placebo
Sponsored by
MeiraGTx, LLC
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Eligibility
Locations
Arms
Outcomes
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About this trial

This is an interventional treatment trial for Grade 2 and 3 Late Xerostomia Caused by Radiotherapy for Cancers of the Upper Aerodigestive Tract, Excluding the Parotid Glands

Eligibility Criteria

18 Years - undefined (Adult, Older Adult)All SexesDoes not accept healthy volunteers

Inclusion Criteria: Completed beam radiation therapy for head and neck cancer at least 3 years prior to the first screening visit No history of parotid gland cancer, recurrent cancer, or a second primary cancer An unstimulated whole saliva flow rate (mL/min) >0 (i.e., at least one drop of saliva in the collection tube) A stimulated whole saliva flow rate (mL/min) >0.2 mL/min and <1.0 mL/min after mechanical stimulation by chewing Average screening XQ Total Score ≥25 No evidence of head and neck cancer, defined as a negative otolaryngology exam and a negative computed tomography (CT) scan of the head, neck, and chest with contrast. If a participant has had a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) study, CT scan, positron emission tomography (PET), or fluorodeoxyglucose-positron emission tomography (FDG-PET) scan of the head, neck, and chest within 6 months of study entry (and at least 3 years after the completion of radiotherapy), then that image may be used for eligibility determination and a CT scan at screening will not be required. Either received treatment with one or more prescription sialagogues and elected to discontinue therapy or, in consultation with their physician, elected to not initiate such treatment Participants taking a prescription sialagogue (specifically, pilocarpine or cevimeline) must stop that medication at least 2 weeks prior to Screening and be willing to refrain from taking such medications for the duration of the study Participants who require medication for an underlying medical condition that is known to affect salivary output must be on stable doses of such medications for at least one month prior to the first screening visit Exclusion Criteria: Any malignancy within the preceding 3 years, except for treated basal cell or squamous cell carcinoma of the skin or in situ cervical carcinoma History of systemic autoimmune disease affecting the salivary glands (e.g., Sjogren's disease) Currently using systemic immunosuppressive medication(s) (e.g., corticosteroids or biologics) or treated with one within 4 weeks of the first screening visit. Note: Topical, inhaled, or intranasal corticosteroids are permitted. Active viral infection with Epstein-Barr virus (EBV), defined as a positive anti-VCA IgM. In the event a potential participant has a positive anti-VCA IgM, they may be rescreened 2-4 months later at which time a positive Epstein-Barr Virus Nuclear Antigen (EBNA) will be considered as evidence of resolved EBV infection. Evidence of active Hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection Evidence of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection Diagnosis of myasthenia gravis Personal or family history of acute or chronic angle-closure glaucoma (ACG), or at increased risk of developing ACG, or had prophylactic treatment to reduce the risk of developing ACG Known allergy or hypersensitivity to glycopyrrolate Current smokers or history of smoking within the preceding 3 years (includes vaping with tobacco additives) Current alcohol misuse or a history of the same within the preceding 3 years (defined for men as an average intake of more than 14 drinks per week and for women as more than 7 drinks per week) Poorly controlled diabetes (hemoglobin A1c >7%)

Sites / Locations

  • Atrium HealthRecruiting

Arms of the Study

Arm 1

Arm 2

Arm 3

Arm Type

Experimental

Experimental

Placebo Comparator

Arm Label

AAV2-hAQP1 Group 1

AAV2-hAQP1 Group 2

Placebo group

Arm Description

Eligible participants will receive up to 3 mL of concentration 1 of AAV2-hAQP1 via Stensen's duct to each parotid gland

Eligible participants will receive up to 3 mL of concentration 1 of AAV2-hAQP1 via Stensen's duct to each parotid gland

Eligible participants will receive up to 3 mL of diluent via Stensen's duct to each parotid gland

Outcomes

Primary Outcome Measures

Change from Baseline to Month 12 in Xerostomia-specific Questionnaire (XQ) Total Score
Change from Baseline to Month 12 in Xerostomia-specific Questionnaire (XQ) Total Score. The XQ consists of 8 symptom-specific questions the participant rates from 0 (not present) to 10 (worst possible). The XQ Total Score is the sum of all individual item ratings and ranges from 0 to 80.

Secondary Outcome Measures

Change from Baseline to Month 12 in unstimulated whole saliva flow rate
Change from Baseline to Month 12 in unstimulated whole saliva flow rate (mL/min)
Number of participants with treatment-emergent adverse events (AEs) and serious adverse events (SAEs)

Full Information

First Posted
June 22, 2023
Last Updated
October 12, 2023
Sponsor
MeiraGTx, LLC
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1. Study Identification

Unique Protocol Identification Number
NCT05926765
Brief Title
A Study of AAV2-hAQP1 Gene Therapy in Participants With Radiation-Induced Late Xerostomia
Acronym
AQUAX2
Official Title
A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Study to Determine the Efficacy and Safety of AAV2-hAQP1 Gene Therapy in Participants With Radiation-Induced Late Xerostomia
Study Type
Interventional

2. Study Status

Record Verification Date
October 2023
Overall Recruitment Status
Recruiting
Study Start Date
June 13, 2023 (Actual)
Primary Completion Date
July 2025 (Anticipated)
Study Completion Date
July 2025 (Anticipated)

3. Sponsor/Collaborators

Responsible Party, by Official Title
Sponsor
Name of the Sponsor
MeiraGTx, LLC

4. Oversight

Studies a U.S. FDA-regulated Drug Product
Yes
Studies a U.S. FDA-regulated Device Product
No
Data Monitoring Committee
Yes

5. Study Description

Brief Summary
This study will assess the efficacy and safety of bilateral intra-parotid administration of AAV2-hAQP1 in adults with Grade 2 or Grade 3 radiation-induced late xerostomia.

6. Conditions and Keywords

Primary Disease or Condition Being Studied in the Trial, or the Focus of the Study
Grade 2 and 3 Late Xerostomia Caused by Radiotherapy for Cancers of the Upper Aerodigestive Tract, Excluding the Parotid Glands

7. Study Design

Primary Purpose
Treatment
Study Phase
Phase 2
Interventional Study Model
Parallel Assignment
Masking
ParticipantInvestigatorOutcomes Assessor
Allocation
Randomized
Enrollment
120 (Anticipated)

8. Arms, Groups, and Interventions

Arm Title
AAV2-hAQP1 Group 1
Arm Type
Experimental
Arm Description
Eligible participants will receive up to 3 mL of concentration 1 of AAV2-hAQP1 via Stensen's duct to each parotid gland
Arm Title
AAV2-hAQP1 Group 2
Arm Type
Experimental
Arm Description
Eligible participants will receive up to 3 mL of concentration 1 of AAV2-hAQP1 via Stensen's duct to each parotid gland
Arm Title
Placebo group
Arm Type
Placebo Comparator
Arm Description
Eligible participants will receive up to 3 mL of diluent via Stensen's duct to each parotid gland
Intervention Type
Genetic
Intervention Name(s)
AAV2-hAQP1 Concentration 1
Intervention Description
Administration of concentration 1 of AAV2-hAQP1 via Stensen's duct to each parotid gland
Intervention Type
Genetic
Intervention Name(s)
AAV2-hAQP1 Concentration 2
Intervention Description
Administration of concentration 2 of AAV2-hAQP1 via Stensen's duct to each parotid gland
Intervention Type
Other
Intervention Name(s)
Placebo
Intervention Description
Administration of diluent via Stensen's duct to each parotid gland
Primary Outcome Measure Information:
Title
Change from Baseline to Month 12 in Xerostomia-specific Questionnaire (XQ) Total Score
Description
Change from Baseline to Month 12 in Xerostomia-specific Questionnaire (XQ) Total Score. The XQ consists of 8 symptom-specific questions the participant rates from 0 (not present) to 10 (worst possible). The XQ Total Score is the sum of all individual item ratings and ranges from 0 to 80.
Time Frame
12 months
Secondary Outcome Measure Information:
Title
Change from Baseline to Month 12 in unstimulated whole saliva flow rate
Description
Change from Baseline to Month 12 in unstimulated whole saliva flow rate (mL/min)
Time Frame
12 months
Title
Number of participants with treatment-emergent adverse events (AEs) and serious adverse events (SAEs)
Time Frame
from Baseline to Month 12

10. Eligibility

Sex
All
Minimum Age & Unit of Time
18 Years
Accepts Healthy Volunteers
No
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: Completed beam radiation therapy for head and neck cancer at least 3 years prior to the first screening visit No history of parotid gland cancer, recurrent cancer, or a second primary cancer An unstimulated whole saliva flow rate (mL/min) >0 (i.e., at least one drop of saliva in the collection tube) A stimulated whole saliva flow rate (mL/min) >0.2 mL/min and <1.0 mL/min after mechanical stimulation by chewing Average screening XQ Total Score ≥25 No evidence of head and neck cancer, defined as a negative otolaryngology exam and a negative computed tomography (CT) scan of the head, neck, and chest with contrast. If a participant has had a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) study, CT scan, positron emission tomography (PET), or fluorodeoxyglucose-positron emission tomography (FDG-PET) scan of the head, neck, and chest within 6 months of study entry (and at least 3 years after the completion of radiotherapy), then that image may be used for eligibility determination and a CT scan at screening will not be required. Either received treatment with one or more prescription sialagogues and elected to discontinue therapy or, in consultation with their physician, elected to not initiate such treatment Participants taking a prescription sialagogue (specifically, pilocarpine or cevimeline) must stop that medication at least 2 weeks prior to Screening and be willing to refrain from taking such medications for the duration of the study Participants who require medication for an underlying medical condition that is known to affect salivary output must be on stable doses of such medications for at least one month prior to the first screening visit Exclusion Criteria: Any malignancy within the preceding 3 years, except for treated basal cell or squamous cell carcinoma of the skin or in situ cervical carcinoma History of systemic autoimmune disease affecting the salivary glands (e.g., Sjogren's disease) Currently using systemic immunosuppressive medication(s) (e.g., corticosteroids or biologics) or treated with one within 4 weeks of the first screening visit. Note: Topical, inhaled, or intranasal corticosteroids are permitted. Active viral infection with Epstein-Barr virus (EBV), defined as a positive anti-VCA IgM. In the event a potential participant has a positive anti-VCA IgM, they may be rescreened 2-4 months later at which time a positive Epstein-Barr Virus Nuclear Antigen (EBNA) will be considered as evidence of resolved EBV infection. Evidence of active Hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection Evidence of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection Diagnosis of myasthenia gravis Personal or family history of acute or chronic angle-closure glaucoma (ACG), or at increased risk of developing ACG, or had prophylactic treatment to reduce the risk of developing ACG Known allergy or hypersensitivity to glycopyrrolate Current smokers or history of smoking within the preceding 3 years (includes vaping with tobacco additives) Current alcohol misuse or a history of the same within the preceding 3 years (defined for men as an average intake of more than 14 drinks per week and for women as more than 7 drinks per week) Poorly controlled diabetes (hemoglobin A1c >7%)
Central Contact Person:
First Name & Middle Initial & Last Name or Official Title & Degree
MeiraGTx Clinical Project Manager
Phone
646-860-7982
Email
MGT-AQP1-201@meiragtx.com
Facility Information:
Facility Name
Atrium Health
City
Charlotte
State/Province
North Carolina
ZIP/Postal Code
28209
Country
United States
Individual Site Status
Recruiting
Facility Contact:
First Name & Middle Initial & Last Name & Degree
Jenene Noll
Email
jenene.noll@atriumhealth.org
First Name & Middle Initial & Last Name & Degree
Michael Brennan, Dr.

12. IPD Sharing Statement

Plan to Share IPD
No

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