A Study to Compare Efficacy, Pharmacokinetics, Safety and Immunogenicity of MB04 [proposed Etanercept Biosimilar] to Enbrel® [EU-sourced] in Rheumatoid Arthritis
Trial Parameters
Brief Summary
A study to compare efficacy, pharmacokinetics, safety and immunogenicity of MB04 \[proposed etanercept biosimilar\] to Enbrel® \[EU-sourced\] in rheumatoid arthritis
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion * Documented history of RA diagnosis consistent with the 2010 ACR/EULAR classification criteria ≥6 months prior to randomization (but not exceeding 15 years prior to screening). * Moderately to severe RA despite appropriate MTX at baseline therapy defined as having more than or equal to six swollen joints and more than or equal to six tender joints and either erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR, Westergren) ≥ 28 mm/h or serum C-reactive protein \> 5.0 mg/dL and positive rheumatoid factor and/or CCP at screening * Stable dose MTX between 10 to 25 mg weekly during ≥12 weeks, since ≥8 weeks prior to randomization * Stable dose of NSAID and /or other analgesics for at least 4 weeks prior to randomization, when used * Stable dose ≤10 mg prednisone daily or equivalent for ≥4 weeks prior to randomization, when used * Patients who are otherwise medically stable according to investigator\'s discretion * Agree to use highly effective contraceptive methods up to 6 months after la