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Recruiting Phase 2, Phase 3 NCT06976268

NCT06976268 A Study to Determine if BHV-8000 is Effective, Safe and Tolerable as a Treatment for Adults Living With Early Parkinson's Disease

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NCT ID NCT06976268
Status Recruiting
Phase Phase 2, Phase 3
Sponsor Biohaven Therapeutics Ltd.
Condition Parkinson Disease
Study Type INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment 550 participants
Start Date 2025-05-28
Primary Completion 2027-08

Eligibility & Interventions

Sex All sexes
Min Age 40 Years
Max Age 80 Years
Study Type INTERVENTIONAL
Interventions
BHV-8000 10mgBHV-8000 20 mgPlacebo

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What to Expect as a Participant

You will actively receive the study intervention — which may be a drug, biologic, device, or procedure.

In Phase 2, researchers evaluate early signs of effectiveness. You may be randomized to receive the active treatment or a comparator. Monitoring continues closely.

This trial targets 550 participants in total. It began in 2025-05-28 with a primary completion date of 2027-08.

⚠ This information is for research awareness only. Always consult your physician before joining any clinical trial. Participation is voluntary and you may withdraw at any time.

Brief Summary

A study to determine if BHV-8000 is efficacious, safe and tolerable in adults diagnosed with early Parkinson's disease. The study will consist of a 48-week double-blind treatment phase followed by a 48-week open-label phase.

Eligibility Criteria

Key Inclusion Criteria: * Male or female participants 40 to 80 years of age, inclusive, at the time of informed consent. * Meet the diagnostic criteria for "Probable PD" as assessed on the Movement Disorder Society (MDS) Clinical Diagnostic Criteria for PD as assessed by the Investigator. * Have a clinician-documented diagnosis of idiopathic PD with an onset within 2 years of the Screening Visit Key Exclusion Criteria: * Medical history indicating a Parkinsonian syndrome other than idiopathic PD, including, but not limited to, progressive supranuclear gaze palsy, multiple system atrophy, drug-induced Parkinsonism, essential tremor, or primary dystonia. * Diagnosis of clinically significant central nervous system (CNS) disease other than PD. * Participants who are current smokers (defined as smoking \[in any form, e.g., tobacco smoke, electronic cigarettes, etc.\] ) * Treatment with PD medication(s) * Any other condition(s) that may compromise participant safety, interfere with study conduct, or jeopardize the potential proper interpretation of study results, in the opinion of the investigator.

Contact & Investigator

Central Contact

Chief Medical Officer

✉ clinicaltrials@biohavenpharma.com

📞 203-404-0410

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can join the NCT06976268 clinical trial?

This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 40 Years or older, up to 80 Years, studying Parkinson Disease. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.

What phase is the NCT06976268 trial and what does that mean for participants?

Phase 2 trials evaluate whether the treatment shows signs of effectiveness while continuing to monitor safety. More participants are enrolled than in Phase 1 to help refine the treatment protocol.

Is NCT06976268 currently recruiting?

Yes, NCT06976268 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at clinicaltrials@biohavenpharma.com for enrollment information.

Where is the NCT06976268 trial being conducted?

This trial is being conducted at Birmingham, United States, Sun City, United States, Irvine, United States, Los Angeles, United States and 11 additional locations.

Who is sponsoring the NCT06976268 clinical trial?

NCT06976268 is sponsored by Biohaven Therapeutics Ltd.. The trial plans to enroll 550 participants.

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