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NCT01810939 · ClinicalTrials.gov registry record · Phase 3

A Two-Part, Single-Blind, Phase 3 Study Evaluating the Efficacy and Safety of Patiromer for the Treatment of Hyperkalemia (OPAL)

A Phase 3 study of Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) and Hyperkalemia (HK), sponsored by Relypsa.

Completed
Registry status
Phase 3
Development phase
243
Enrollment target
20
Study locations

NCT01810939 is a Phase 3 study of Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) and Hyperkalemia (HK) that has completed, run by Relypsa. The registered enrollment target is 243 participants, below the 2,238-participant average among 8 other Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) trials with a reported enrollment target (89% lower). The trial reports 20 study locations across 8 states.

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The verdict

NCT01810939, a Phase 3 study of Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) and Hyperkalemia (HK), has completed, sponsored by Relypsa.

COMPLETED
Registry status
Phase 3
Development phase
243 participants
Enrollment target
20
Study locations

Study Summary

The purpose of this study was to evaluate the efficacy and safety of patiromer (investigational drug) in the treatment of hyperkalemia (high serum potassium). The study also evaluated the effect of withdrawing patiromer treatment and assessed whether chronic treatment with patiromer prevented the recurrence of hyperkalemia. The safety of patiromer treatment was also evaluated.

Interventions

  • DRUG Placebo
  • DRUG Patiromer

Study Locations (20)

Other

  • Investigator Site 1103 - Karlovac
  • Investigator Site 1102 - Osijek
  • Investigator Site 1104 - Zagreb
  • Investigator Site 1105 - Zagreb
  • Investigator Site 1106 - Zagreb
  • Investigator Site 1205 - Znojmo

California

  • Investigator Site 3121 - Azusa
  • Investigator Site 3133 - Los Angeles
  • Investigator Site 3103 - Sacramento
  • Investigator Site 3129 - Santa Barbara
  • Investigator Site 3130 - Ventura

Florida

  • Investigator Site 3105 - Edgewater
  • Investigator Site 3113 - Hollywood
  • Investigator Site 3106 - Port Charlotte

Missouri

  • Investigator Site 3102 - Farmington
  • Investigator Site 3104 - Kansas City

Georgia

  • Investigator Site 3120 - Augusta

New York

  • Investigator Site 3134 - Flushing

Pennsylvania

  • Investigator Site 3107 - Bethlehem

Texas

  • Investigator Site 3110 - San Antonio

Trial Details

FieldValue
Enrollment Target 243 participants
Start Date 2013-02
Est. Completion 2013-08
Phase Phase 3

Sponsor

Relypsa

5 total trials

What the Registry Record Tells You About NCT01810939

The ClinicalTrials.gov registry entry for NCT01810939 describes a study currently listed as completed, categorized as Phase 3. The registered enrollment target is 243 participants, a figure that helps gauge the scale of data the investigators plan to collect, below the 2,238-participant average among 8 other Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) trials with a reported enrollment target (89% lower). The listed sponsor is Relypsa, which has 5 total studies on file at ClinicalTrials.gov.

The record links to 2 conditions, with Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) appearing as the primary indexed condition, and to 2 interventions - of which Placebo is the first listed.

NCT01810939 reports 20 study locations spanning 8 distinct geographic areas - top geographies include Other, California, Florida.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is clinical trial NCT01810939 about?

NCT01810939 is a clinical study titled "A Two-Part, Single-Blind, Phase 3 Study Evaluating the Efficacy and Safety of Patiromer for the Treatment of Hyperkalemia (OPAL)". The purpose of this study was to evaluate the efficacy and safety of patiromer (investigational drug) in the treatment of hyperkalemia (high serum potassium). The study also evaluated the effect of withdrawing patiromer treatment and assessed whether chronic treatment with patiromer prevented the re...

What is the current status of trial NCT01810939?

This trial is currently completed. It is a Phase 3 study. The enrollment target is 243 participants. The study started on 2013-02. Estimated completion is 2013-08.

What conditions does trial NCT01810939 study?

This clinical trial studies the following conditions: Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD), Hyperkalemia (HK).

What interventions are being tested in trial NCT01810939?

The interventions under investigation include: Placebo (DRUG), Patiromer (DRUG).

Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT01810939?

This trial is sponsored by Relypsa, which has 5 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov.

Where is trial NCT01810939 being conducted?

This trial has 20 study locations across California, Florida, Georgia, Missouri, New York. Contact the study sites directly through ClinicalTrials.gov for enrollment availability.

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