A Study of FCX-013 Plus Veledimex for the Treatment of Moderate to Severe Localized Scleroderma (… (NCT03740724) | Clinical Trial Compass
TerminatedPhase 1/2
A Study of FCX-013 Plus Veledimex for the Treatment of Moderate to Severe Localized Scleroderma (Morphea)
Stopped: Sponsor decision
United States1 participantsStarted 2019-12-18
Plain-language summary
A two-component therapeutic consisting of FCX-013 and veledimex for the treatment of localized scleroderma (or morphea). The first component, FCX-013, is autologous human fibroblasts genetically-modified using lentivirus and encoded for matrix metalloproteinase 1 (MMP-1), a protein responsible for breaking down collagen. FCX-013 is designed to be injected under the skin at the location of the fibrotic lesions where the genetically-modified fibroblast cells will produce MMP-1 to break down excess collagen accumulation. With the FCX-013 therapy, the patient will take an oral compound (Veledimex) to induce MMP-1 protein expression from the injected cells. Once the fibrosis is resolved, the patient will stop taking the oral compound which will stop further MMP-1 production from the injected cells. FCX-013 plus veledimex is being developed in anticipation of improving skin function in patients by resolving fibrotic lesions and normalizing dermal collagen production
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Subject is an adult, ≥ 18 years of age with moderate to severe localized scleroderma/morphea with sclerotic lesions which have been unresponsive to standard of care therapy.
* Subject has stable control of localized disease (clinically inactive) over the 3 months prior to Screening and through Baseline
* Subject has not participated in previous clinical research study in the 3 months prior to Screening and through Baseline
* Subject has provided informed written consent
* Female subjects of childbearing potential and male subjects engaging in sexual activity that could lead to pregnancy agree to use adequate birth control regimen
* Subject is able to understand the study, cooperate with the study procedures and willing to return to the clinic for the required follow-up visits
Exclusion Criteria:
* Subject has a clinically significant skin disorder other than localized scleroderma/morphea in the anatomical area of interest
* Subject has localized scleroderma/morphea only located on the face or over a joint, or lesions that can be successfully managed with topical medications or phototherapy
* Subject has symptoms consistent with systemic scleroderma that have not been stable, or that require treatment that has not been stable for 3 months prior to Screening and through Baseline
* Subject has been treated with UVA1 phototherapy within 2 months prior to Baseline
* Subject requires treatment with a non-stable regimen of systemic immunosuppressive therapy,…
Questions worth asking your doctor
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1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
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Questions for the trial coordinator
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1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.
What they're measuring
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Evaluate the Safety of FCX-013 Plus Veledimex
Timeframe: Study initiation through study completion