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Recruiting Phase 2 NCT07217067

NCT07217067 A Study to Investigate the Efficacy, Safety, Tolerability and Pharmacokinetics of PKN605 in Participants With Atrial Fibrillation

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NCT ID NCT07217067
Status Recruiting
Phase Phase 2
Sponsor Novartis Pharmaceuticals
Condition Atrial Fibrillation
Study Type INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment 165 participants
Start Date 2025-10-28
Primary Completion 2027-09-09

Eligibility & Interventions

Sex All sexes
Min Age 18 Years
Max Age N/A
Study Type INTERVENTIONAL
Interventions
PKN605Placebo

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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 165 participants in total. It began in 2025-10-28 with a primary completion date of 2027-09-09.

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Brief Summary

A randomized, placebo-controlled, participant-and investigator-blinded study to evaluate the efficacy in reducing atrial fibrillation burden as well as the safety, tolerability and pharmacokinetics of PKN605 in participants with atrial fibrillation

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria: * Inclusions at Screening * Signed informed consent must be obtained prior to participation in the study * Male and female participants ≥ 18 years of age * History of at least 2 episodes of AF (atrial fibrillation or atrial flutter), at least one episode must be atrial fibrillation * At least 1 of the AF episodes specified in inclusion #3 must be within the last 12 months (or during screening) and documented by 12-lead ECG, Holter, or any other ECG recording method, as confirmed by the Investigator * One or more of the following: * AFB of 1% or higher on a local ambulatory Holter, mobile cardiac telemetry, ECG patch monitor, or other ambulatory electrocardiographic monitor within the last 12 months * CHA2DS2-VASc score of 2 or higher in males, 3 or higher in females (1 point for congestive heart failure, hypertension, age 65-74 years, diabetes, vascular disease, female sex; 2 points for age 75 years or older, prior stroke or transient ischemic attack) * Stable heart failure or with New York Heart Association class I or II symptoms * NT-proBNP level of 300 pg/mL or higher on a local lab test within the last 12 months * On guideline-directed stroke prevention treatment, as confirmed by the Investigator * Participants must have a body mass index (BMI) ≥ 18 kg/m2. BMI is calculated as body weight (kg) divided by height (m) squared * Inclusions at Day 1 * Sinus rhythm at Baseline documented by 12-lead ECG (participants with persistent AF should be cardioverted at least 12 hours before randomization) Exclusion Criteria: -Exclusions at Screening * Permanent AF * Ongoing reversible causes of AF (e.g., hyperthyroidism, myocarditis, acute alcohol, sepsis- or infection related AF, surgery-related AF, pulmonary embolism) * Ongoing use of antiarrhythmic therapy (Vaughan Williams class I or III anti-arrhythmic therapy must be discontinued at least 7 days before Screening phase ECG patch monitor; amiodarone must be discontinued at least 6 weeks before Screening phase ECG patch monitor) * History of an AF ablation procedure without a recurrence of AF at least 2 or more months after the ablation. * Implanted pacemaker, defibrillator, or cardiac monitor * Infiltrative (e.g., amyloidosis, sarcoidosis) or hypertrophic cardiomyopathy * Left ventricular ejection fraction of 40% or less documented within the last 12 months, or during Screening. If multiple LVEF measurements are recorded within the last 12 months, the most recent LVEF measurement should be used * Current decompensated heart failure or hospitalization for heart failure within 3 months prior to Screening

Contact & Investigator

Central Contact

Novartis Pharmaceuticals

✉ novartis.email@novartis.com

📞 1-888-669-6682

Principal Investigator

Novartis Pharmaceuticals

STUDY DIRECTOR

Novartis Pharmaceuticals

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can join the NCT07217067 clinical trial?

This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 18 Years or older, studying Atrial Fibrillation. 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 NCT07217067 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 NCT07217067 currently recruiting?

Yes, NCT07217067 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at novartis.email@novartis.com for enrollment information.

Where is the NCT07217067 trial being conducted?

This trial is being conducted at Tupelo, United States, Camden, United States, New York, United States, Durham, United States and 11 additional locations.

Who is sponsoring the NCT07217067 clinical trial?

NCT07217067 is sponsored by Novartis Pharmaceuticals. The principal investigator is Novartis Pharmaceuticals at Novartis Pharmaceuticals. The trial plans to enroll 165 participants.

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