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Recruiting Phase 4 NCT05837091

NCT05837091 Low Sodium Oxybate in Patients With Idiopathic Hypersomnia

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NCT ID NCT05837091
Status Recruiting
Phase Phase 4
Sponsor Mayo Clinic
Condition Idiopathic Hypersomnia
Study Type INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment 30 participants
Start Date 2024-02-14
Primary Completion 2027-01-29

Eligibility & Interventions

Sex All sexes
Min Age 18 Years
Max Age 65 Years
Study Type INTERVENTIONAL
Interventions
Low Sodium Oxybate24-hour polysomnographyNextsense EEG earbuds

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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 4 studies follow an already-approved treatment in real-world conditions to monitor long-term safety and effectiveness.

This trial targets 30 participants in total. It began in 2024-02-14 with a primary completion date of 2027-01-29.

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Brief Summary

Low sodium oxybate has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the treatment of idiopathic hypersomnia. In this study, the researchers want to learn how low sodium oxybate impacts ability of people diagnosed with idiopathic hypersomnia to sleep for long periods of time. In addition, this study will use novel tools to determine when an individual is awake or asleep.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria: 1. Primary diagnosis of IH, according to ICSD-3 criteria (does not require MSLT) 2. Subjects aged 18 - 65 years 3. BMI between 18 and 35 kg/m2 4. Self-reported sleep duration ≥ 9 hours most days including daytime naps/sleep based upon at least 10/14 days of completed sleep diary entries 5. Epworth Sleepiness Scale (ESS) ≥ 10 (required at pre-screening visit only) 6. Recommended LSO by a clinical sleep specialist as part of routine medical care. The clinical sleep specialist will be responsible for titrating LSO according to standard of care. 7. Subject must be willing to postpone LSO therapy until all baseline assessments completed 8. If treated with wake promoting agents, traditional stimulants and/or antidepressant(s), a stable dose and regimen will be required for at least 2 months before study entry and throughout the main study 9. Have used a medically acceptable method of contraception for at least 2 full menstrual cycles before participating in this study and consent to use a medically acceptable method of contraception from the first dose of study drug, throughout the entire study period, and for 30 days after the last dose of study drug. Exclusion Criteria: 1. Succinic semialdehyde dehydrogenase deficiency, porphyria 2. Other central nervous system diseases: neurodegenerative diseases, , seizure disorders or history of head trauma associated with loss of consciousness 3. Lifetime history of suicide attempt or suicidal ideation in the past six months, including answer to question #9 on PHQ-9 ≥1; PHQ-9 total score \> 10; prior history of psychotic episodes; active major depressive disorder 4. Change to psychiatric medication(s)/stimulant(s) within last 3 months 5. History of chronic alcohol or drug abuse within the prior 12 months 6. Malignant neoplastic disease requiring therapy within the prior 12 months 7. Heart failure, severe hypertension or other cardiovascular disease compromising the patient's well-being or ability to participate in this study 8. Renal or hepatic impairment 9. Compromised respiratory function (e.g., history of COPD, pulmonary hypertension, and/or poorly controlled asthma) 10. Diagnosis of sleep-related breathing disorders (AHI ≥ 15 events/h using 4 % AHI) or high suspicion for sleep disordered breathing 11. Any sleep apnea treatment (e.g., Positive Airway Pressure (PAP) therapy, oral appliance therapy, etc.) 12. No regular sleep at night: shift work or other continuous, non-disease-related life conditions 13. Participation in another study of an investigational drug within the 28 days prior to Screening visit or currently 14. Pregnant and/or breast-feeding 15. Ear jewelry and/or piercings that subject not willing to/unable to remove 16. Use of device/implant that may interfere with the study devices/procedures (e.g., vagal nerve stimulator) 17. Smoke and/or use of smokeless tobacco products 18. Subjects who, in the opinion of the investigator(s), may not be suitable for the study

Contact & Investigator

Central Contact

Gabbi Montefiore

✉ montefiore.gabrielle@mayo.edu

📞 (480)574-1288

Principal Investigator

Chad Ruoff, MD

PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR

Mayo Clinic

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can join the NCT05837091 clinical trial?

This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 18 Years or older, up to 65 Years, studying Idiopathic Hypersomnia. 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 NCT05837091 trial and what does that mean for participants?

Phase 4 studies are conducted after a treatment has been approved. They monitor long-term safety and real-world effectiveness in a broader patient population.

Is NCT05837091 currently recruiting?

Yes, NCT05837091 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at montefiore.gabrielle@mayo.edu for enrollment information.

Where is the NCT05837091 trial being conducted?

This trial is being conducted at Phoenix, United States, Redwood City, United States, Jacksonville, United States, Boston, United States.

Who is sponsoring the NCT05837091 clinical trial?

NCT05837091 is sponsored by Mayo Clinic. The principal investigator is Chad Ruoff, MD at Mayo Clinic. The trial plans to enroll 30 participants.

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