NCT06430385 ATTUNE: A Study to Evaluate the Safety, Tolerability, Pharmacokinetics, and Pharmacodynamics of Intrathecally-Administered ION440 in Participants With Methyl CpG Binding Protein 2 (MECP2) Duplication Syndrome (MDS)
| NCT ID | NCT06430385 |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Phase | Phase 1, Phase 2 |
| Sponsor | Ionis Pharmaceuticals, Inc. |
| Condition | Methyl CpG Binding Protein 2 (MECP2) Duplication Syndrome |
| Study Type | INTERVENTIONAL |
| Enrollment | 48 participants |
| Start Date | 2024-10-21 |
| Primary Completion | 2027-09 |
Eligibility & Interventions
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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.
Phase 1 is the earliest stage of human testing — safety and dosage are the primary focus. Visits are frequent and medical supervision is intensive. You will be among the first people to receive this treatment.
This trial targets 48 participants in total. It began in 2024-10-21 with a primary completion date of 2027-09.
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Brief Summary
The primary purpose of this study is to evaluate the safety and tolerability of ION440.
Eligibility Criteria
Key Inclusion criteria for Part 1: 1. Males aged ≥ 2 to ≤ 65 years, depending on specific cohort and group, at the time of informed consent. 1. Group A: ≥ 8 to ≤ 65 years old 2. Group B: 2 to 7 years old, inclusive 2. Participant has at least one parent or caregiver ≥ 18 years old capable of providing informed consent and able to comply with all study requirements and activities. 3. Participant has a documented diagnosis of MDS with genetic confirmation of MECP2 duplication. 4. Is currently receiving stable doses of concomitant medications for at least 1 month prior to screening. 5. Able to complete all study procedures, measurements and visits to support primary and secondary endpoints, in the opinion of the Investigator. Key Exclusion criteria for Part 1: 1. Documented diagnosis of severe MECP2 duplications including terminal duplication and/or translocation or MECP2 triplication OR clinical features associated with severe variant structure including (a) onset of seizures prior to age 5 (for those aged 5 and above at signing of ICF), (b) oxygen dependence, (c) microcephaly, IF MECP2 genetic structure information is unavailable. 2. Clinically significant vital sign or ECG abnormality at Screening 3. Known brain or spinal disease that would interfere with the LP procedure, or CSF circulation or presence of other factors would affect the safety of the LP procedure. 4. Has any concomitant disease or condition or circumstance, or any finding at Screening that, in the opinion of the Investigator, makes the participant unsuitable for enrollment or that could interfere with the conduct of the study or that would pose an unacceptable risk to the participant in this study. 5. Treatment with an investigational drug, biological agent, or device within 30 days of Screening, or 5 half-lives of investigational agent, whichever is longer. 6. Previous treatment with an oligonucleotide (including siRNA) within 4 months of Screening if single dose received, or within 12 months of Screening if multiple doses received (this exclusion does not apply to vaccines - both mRNA and viral vector vaccines are allowed including COVID-19). For centrally administered ASOs, a minimum of 12 months washout is required irrespective of the number of doses received. 7. Currently enrolled in a clinical trial of an investigational agent or device or has used any investigational agent or device within 5 half-lives of investigational agent, whichever is longer. 8. Has a history of gene therapy or cell transplantation or any other experimental brain surgery. 9. Active infection requiring systemic antiviral or antimicrobial therapy that will not be completed prior to Baseline (Day 1). 10. Has experienced Status Epilepticus in the past 6 months. Key Inclusion criteria for Part 2: 1. Participants in ION440-CS1, Part 1/MAD who received at least one dose of Study Drug /Sham in Part 1/MAD, missed no more than 1 study visit, and attended the Follow Up visit (Visit 6). 2. All inclusion criteria in Part 1/MAD apply (participants will not be required to undergo new Screening bloodwork). Key Exclusion criteria for Part 2: 1\. Has developed any concomitant disease (e.g., gastrointestinal, renal, hepatic, endocrine, respiratory, or cardiovascular system disease) or condition or circumstance, or any finding during Part 1/MAD that, in the opinion of the Investigator, makes the participant unsuitable for continued treatment (e.g., could interfere with the conduct of the study or that would pose an unacceptable risk to the participant in this study).
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who can join the NCT06430385 clinical trial?
This trial is open to male participants only, aged 2 Years or older, up to 65 Years, studying Methyl CpG Binding Protein 2 (MECP2) Duplication Syndrome. 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 NCT06430385 trial and what does that mean for participants?
Phase 1 trials are the first stage of human testing. The primary goal is to assess safety and determine appropriate dosage levels. Participants are closely monitored. These trials typically involve a small number of volunteers.
Is NCT06430385 currently recruiting?
Yes, NCT06430385 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at IonisMECP2study@clinicaltrialmedia.com for enrollment information.
Where is the NCT06430385 trial being conducted?
This trial is being conducted at San Diego, United States, Aurora, United States, Baltimore, United States, Boston, United States and 7 additional locations.
Who is sponsoring the NCT06430385 clinical trial?
NCT06430385 is sponsored by Ionis Pharmaceuticals, Inc.. The trial plans to enroll 48 participants.