A Study of RO5028442 in Adult Male High-Functioning Autistic Patients
Study Details
Study Description
Brief Summary
This multi-center, randomized, double-blind study will evaluate exploratory biomarkers and the safety and tolerability of a single dose of RO5028442 in adult male high-functioning autistic patients. In a cross-over design, patients will be randomized to receive either a single dose of RO5028442 or matching placebo with a washout period of 7-14 days. Anticipated time on study is up to approximately 9 weeks.
Condition or Disease | Intervention/Treatment | Phase |
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Phase 1 |
Study Design
Arms and Interventions
Arm | Intervention/Treatment |
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Experimental: 1
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Drug: RO5028442
Single dose
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Placebo Comparator: 2
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Drug: Placebo
Single dose
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Outcome Measures
Primary Outcome Measures
- Efficacy: Behavior assessments [up to 24 hours post-dose]
- Safety: Incidence of adverse events [up to 24 hours post-dose]
Eligibility Criteria
Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
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Patients with a diagnosis of Autistic Disorder as defined by DSM-IV, confirmed by the team and supported with the Autistic Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS)
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Male adults, 18 to 45 years of age
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IQ > 70 (Wechsler Adult Intelligence Scale-Full scale)
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Body mass index (BMI) 18 to 35 kg/m2 inclusive
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Aberrant Behavior Checklist (ABC) - Irritability subscale score </= 13
Exclusion Criteria:
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Positive urine test for drugs of abuse
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Alcohol and/or substance abuse/dependence during the last 12 months
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Positive for hepatitis B, hepatitis C or HIV infection
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Clinically relevant cardiovascular, renal, hepatic or hematologic disease or disorder
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Active inflammatory pulmonary disease
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History of epilepsy/seizure disorder (except for simple febrile seizures)
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Initiation of new or major change in psychosocial intervention within 4 weeks prior to randomization
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Treatment with any investigational agent within 90 days prior to screening
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History of hypersensitivity or allergic reactions
Contacts and Locations
Locations
Site | City | State | Country | Postal Code | |
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1 | Los Ageles | California | United States | 90095 | |
2 | New Haven | Connecticut | United States | 06510 | |
3 | Bronx | New York | United States | 10467 |
Sponsors and Collaborators
- Hoffmann-La Roche
Investigators
- Study Director: Clinical Trials, Hoffmann-La Roche
Study Documents (Full-Text)
None provided.More Information
Publications
None provided.- BP27801