Longboard Pharmaceuticals Initiates Phase 3 DEEp OCEAN Study Evaluating Bexicaserin in Developmental and Epileptic Encephalopathies (DEEs)
Longboard Pharmaceuticals has initiated its global Phase 3 DEEp OCEAN Study evaluating bexicaserin for treating seizures associated with Developmental and Epileptic Encephalopathies (DEEs) in patients aged two and older. This marks a significant milestone as the first pivotal trial designed to study DEEs broadly, aiming to address unmet medical needs in the DEE community. Initial sites have been activated with more expected in the coming weeks. The trial represents a step toward providing access to innovative medications for individuals with underserved syndromes who currently lack treatment options.
Longboard Pharmaceuticals ha avviato il suo studio globale Phase 3 DEEp OCEAN Study per valutare la bexicaserina nel trattamento delle crisi associate alle Encefalopatie Sviluppo-epilettiche (DEE) in pazienti di età pari o superiore a due anni. Questo segna un traguardo significativo come il primo trial cruciale progettato per studiare le DEE in modo ampio, con l'obiettivo di soddisfare le necessità mediche non soddisfatte nella comunità DEE. I siti iniziali sono stati attivati con ulteriori attivazioni previste nelle prossime settimane. Lo studio rappresenta un passo verso la fornitura di accesso a farmaci innovativi per le persone con sindromi mal servite che attualmente mancano di opzioni di trattamento.
Longboard Pharmaceuticals ha iniciado su Estudio Fase 3 DEEp OCEAN global para evaluar la bexicaserina en el tratamiento de las convulsiones asociadas con las Encefalopatías del Desarrollo y Epilépticas (DEE) en pacientes de dos años o más. Este representa un hito significativo como el primer ensayo pivotal diseñado para estudiar las DEE de manera amplia, con el objetivo de abordar las necesidades médicas no satisfechas en la comunidad DEE. Se han activado los sitios iniciales y se esperan más en las próximas semanas. El ensayo representa un paso hacia el acceso a medicamentos innovadores para individuos con síndromes desatendidos que actualmente carecen de opciones de tratamiento.
롱보드 제약이 3상 DEEp OCEAN 연구를 글로벌하게 시작하여 2세 이상의 환자에서 발달성 및 간질성 뇌병증 (DEE)과 관련된 발작 치료를 위해 벡시카세린을 평가하고 있습니다. 이는 DEE 커뮤니티의 충족되지 않은 의료 수요를 해결하기 위해 설계된 첫 번째 중요한 시험으로서, DEEs를 광범위하게 연구하는 것을 목표로 하는 중요한 이정표를 나타냅니다. 초기 사이트가 활성화되었으며 향후 몇 주 내에 더 많은 사이트가 활성화될 예정입니다. 이 시험은 현재 치료 옵션이 부족한 소외된 증후군을 가진 개인을 위한 혁신적인 약물 접근을 제공하기 위한 한 걸음입니다.
Longboard Pharmaceuticals a lancé son Étude DEEp OCEAN Phase 3 mondiale pour évaluer la bexicasérine dans le traitement des crises associées aux Encephalopathies Développementales et Epileptiques (DEE) chez les patients âgés de deux ans et plus. Cela représente une avancée significative en tant que premier essai pivot conçu pour étudier les DEE de manière globale, dans le but de répondre aux besoins médicaux non satisfaits de la communauté DEE. Des sites initiaux ont été activés, d'autres étant attendus dans les semaines à venir. L'essai représente un pas vers l'accès à des médicaments innovants pour les personnes atteintes de syndromes mal desservis qui manquent actuellement d'options de traitement.
Longboard Pharmaceuticals hat die globale Phase 3 DEEp OCEAN Studie gestartet, die Bexicaserin zur Behandlung von Anfällen im Zusammenhang mit Entwicklungs- und Epileptischen Encephalopathien (DEEs) bei Patienten ab zwei Jahren bewertet. Dies stellt einen bedeutenden Meilenstein dar, da es die erste entscheidende Studie ist, die darauf abzielt, DEEs umfassend zu untersuchen und damit ungedeckte medizinische Bedürfnisse in der DEE-Gemeinschaft anzugehen. Erste Standorte wurden aktiviert, weitere werden in den kommenden Wochen erwartet. Die Studie stellt einen Schritt in Richtung des Zugangs zu innovativen Medikamenten für Personen mit unterversorgten Syndromen dar, die derzeit keine Behandlungsoptionen haben.
- Initiated Phase 3 clinical trial for bexicaserin in DEEs
- First pivotal trial designed to study DEEs broadly
- Addresses unmet medical need in underserved patient population
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Insights
The initiation of the Phase 3 DEEp OCEAN study represents a significant development in DEE treatment research. This is particularly noteworthy as it's the first pivotal trial designed to study DEEs broadly, rather than focusing on a specific syndrome. The study's inclusive approach targeting seizures associated with DEEs in patients aged 2 and older could potentially lead to a broader treatment indication.
Bexicaserin's Phase 3 program now includes two global studies, demonstrating Longboard's commitment to advancing their clinical pipeline. The broad inclusion criteria for DEEs could significantly expand the addressable patient population compared to syndrome-specific approaches. This strategic positioning could enhance market potential if the drug proves successful.
The strong community engagement and unmet medical need in DEEs suggest potential for rapid enrollment and high interest from clinicians. However, investors should note that Phase 3 trials typically require substantial time and resources, with success not guaranteed.
- DEEp OCEAN is the first pivotal clinical trial designed to study DEEs broadly
- Initial sites activated with additional sites expected to be activated in the coming weeks
“The initiation of our second global Phase 3 clinical trial, DEEp OCEAN in DEEs, is a significant milestone for Longboard and the entire DEE community. As the first pivotal trial of its kind to study DEEs broadly with the goal of achieving an indication for seizures associated with DEEs, DEEp OCEAN has the ability to address a crucial unmet need,” stated Chad Orevillo, Longboard’s Executive Vice President, Head of Operations. “The strong sense of urgency and excitement for DEEp OCEAN from the community is profound, and we are thrilled that this trial will provide hope and access for individuals living with underserved syndromes.”
“I am truly excited about the impact that DEEp OCEAN could have for the DEE community. The majority of people living with DEEs lack access to innovative medications, and have not had the opportunity to participate in clinical trials tailored to their condition. It’s encouraging to see strides being made in DEE research aimed at benefiting a broader population of patients who are suffering with refractory seizures and related health challenges. I’m also pleased that we are moving towards greater equity and access for underserved patients and their families to engage in clinical research,” stated Gabrielle Conecker, MPH, Executive Director & Co-Founder of Decoding Developmental Epilepsies, home of the International SCN8A Alliance, DEE-P Connections, and The Inchstone Project.
About the DEEp OCEAN Study
The DEEp OCEAN Study (LP352-301) is a global Phase 3 double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial to evaluate the efficacy of bexicaserin in Developmental and Epileptic Encephalopathies (DEEs) as assessed by countable motor seizures in ~320 participants between the ages of two and 65 years old. An important secondary objective is to evaluate the safety and tolerability of bexicaserin. Following a 5-week screening period and baseline evaluations, study participants initiate dose titration over a 3-week period and subsequently continue on the highest tolerated dose throughout the maintenance period of 12 weeks. Following the maintenance period, eligible participants will be given the opportunity to enroll in the 52-week DEEp Open-Label Extension (DEEp OLE Study, LP352-303). The Phase 3 DEEp OCEAN Study is part of the broader DEEp Program which includes ~480 participants with a range of Developmental and Epileptic Encephalopathies (DEEs).
ABOUT LONGBOARD PHARMACEUTICALS
Longboard Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing novel, transformative medicines for neurological diseases. Longboard is working to advance centrally acting product candidates designed to be highly selective for specific G protein-coupled receptors (GPCRs). Longboard’s small molecule product candidates are based on more than 20 years of GPCR research. Bexicaserin (LP352), an oral, centrally acting 5-hydroxytryptamine 2C (5-HT2C) receptor superagonist, with no observed impact on 5-HT2B and 5-HT2A receptor subtypes, is being evaluated in a global Phase 3 clinical program (the DEEp Program). The FDA has granted Breakthrough Therapy designation for bexicaserin for the treatment of seizures associated with Developmental and Epileptic Encephalopathies (DEEs) for patients two years of age and older.
Bexicaserin is an investigational compound that is not approved for marketing by the FDA or any other regulatory authority.
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