Pretomanid for Kidney Failure
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial aims to study the effects of pretomanid (PA-824) on individuals with varying levels of kidney function. Researchers seek to understand how the drug behaves in the body and assess its safety for those with kidney issues, including severe kidney failure, compared to individuals with normal kidney function. Participants will take a single dose of the drug, and researchers will monitor its presence in the blood and urine. The trial suits individuals with different kidney problems who are not on dialysis and do not smoke heavily. As a Phase 1 trial, the research focuses on understanding how the treatment works in people, offering participants the chance to be among the first to receive this new drug.
Do I need to stop my current medications to join the trial?
The trial protocol does not specify if you need to stop taking your current medications. However, you cannot take strong or moderate CYP3A4 inducers or inhibitors within 14 days before admission and during the study, and you should avoid St. John's Wort and grapefruit products before and during the study.
Is there any evidence suggesting that pretomanid is likely to be safe for humans?
Research shows that the safety of pretomanid for people with kidney problems remains unknown. No studies have yet assessed its safety or effectiveness for those with kidney issues. As a result, there is no clear information on how the drug affects individuals with kidney failure or other kidney-related problems.
This is an early phase study, aimed at understanding pretomanid’s safety and its mechanism in the body. Early phase trials typically mark the first step in testing a new treatment in humans. They help researchers determine if the treatment is safe and identify any side effects.
Pretomanid is approved for other uses but not for kidney failure. It has been tested and found safe for other conditions, but its safety for kidney problems is still under investigation. Participants in the trial will be closely monitored to observe how their bodies respond to the treatment.12345Why do researchers think this study treatment might be promising for kidney failure?
Researchers are excited about pretomanid for kidney failure because it offers a potentially innovative approach compared to standard treatments like dialysis and kidney transplantation. Unlike these traditional methods, pretomanid is an oral medication, which could provide a less invasive and more convenient option for patients. Additionally, pretomanid might offer a new mechanism of action by targeting specific pathways involved in kidney function, potentially improving outcomes for those with renal impairment. This novel approach could lead to more effective management of kidney failure, providing hope for improved patient quality of life.
What evidence suggests that pretomanid might be an effective treatment for kidney failure?
Research shows that the effectiveness of pretomanid for people with kidney failure remains uncertain. Pretomanid treats certain types of tuberculosis, but its effects on individuals with varying kidney functions have not been extensively studied. This trial will explore its pharmacokinetics and safety across various treatment arms, including participants with mild, moderate, and severe renal impairment, as well as healthy participants for comparison. Clear information on its effectiveness or safety for those with kidney issues is lacking. As this is a new research area, the trials aim to understand how the drug moves and works in the bodies of people with kidney problems.12467
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for adults aged 18-70 with varying degrees of kidney function, from normal to severe impairment, but not on dialysis. Participants must be non-smokers, have a healthy weight range (BMI 18-35), and a normal heart rhythm. Women should not be pregnant and must use birth control; men agree to prevent pregnancy during the study.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Part A - Reduced PK Study
Participants receive a single oral dose of 200 mg pretomanid to evaluate pharmacokinetics and safety in severe renal impairment and matched healthy controls
Part B - Full PK Study
Participants with mild and moderate renal impairment receive a single oral dose of 200 mg pretomanid after review of Part A results
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- PA-824
PA-824 is already approved in United States, European Union, India for the following indications:
- Multidrug-resistant tuberculosis
- Extensively drug-resistant tuberculosis
- Multidrug-resistant tuberculosis
- Extensively drug-resistant tuberculosis
- Multidrug-resistant tuberculosis
- Extensively drug-resistant tuberculosis
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
Lead Sponsor