Placebo-Controlled Comparison of Two Different Brands of Modified-Release Oral Dosage Forms Regarding Safety and Efficacy in Children With Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Aged 6 - 14 - Full Text View

Sponsored by:	Novartis
Information provided by:	Novartis
ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier:	NCT00254878

Purpose

Currently two different brands of modified-release formulations are providing 50% immediate release beads/pellets and 50% extended release beads/pellets, resulting in a rapid onset and dual peak concentrations of plasma methylphenidate. One is manufactured by Novartis, the other one by Medice (Germany).

The objective of the study is to test the hypothesis that the Novartis product is superior to placebo and is clinically not inferior to the formulation manufactured by Medice.

Condition	Intervention	Phase
ADHD	Drug: Methylphenidate hydrochloride	Phase III

Study Type:	Interventional
Study Design:	Treatment, Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo Control, Crossover Assignment, Safety/Efficacy Study
Official Title:	A 7 Week Multicenter, Double-Blind, Randomized, Placebo-Controlled Cross-Over Evaluation of the Efficacy and Safety of Two Different Brands of Modified-Release Oral Dosage Forms of Methylphenidate-HCl (20 mg, q.d.) in Children With Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Aged 6 - 14

Resource links provided by NLM:

MedlinePlus related topics: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

Drug Information available for: Methylphenidate Methylphenidate hydrochloride

U.S. FDA Resources

Further study details as provided by Novartis:

Primary Outcome Measures:

Attention and deportment measured at 1.5, 3.0 and 4.5 hours after drug intake

Secondary Outcome Measures:

7 week's treatment with two different brands of modified-release oral dosage forms of methylphenidate-HCl on attention, deportment, behavior and math in children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) aged 6 - 14
Safety of 7 week's treatment with two different brands of modified-release oral dosage forms of methylphenidate-HCl

Estimated Enrollment:	130
Study Start Date:	October 2005
Study Completion Date:	February 2006

Detailed Description:

Currently two different brands of modified-release formulations are providing 50% immediate release beads/pellets and 50% extended release beads/pellets, resulting in a rapid onset and dual peak concentrations of plasma methylphenidate. One is manufactured by Novartis, the other one by Medice (Germany).

The objective of the study is to test the hypothesis that the Novartis product is superior to placebo and is clinically not inferior to the formulation manufactured by Medice.

Eligibility

Ages Eligible for Study:	6 Years to 14 Years
Genders Eligible for Study:	Both

Criteria

Inclusion Criteria:

Patients who meet all of the following inclusion criteria will be eligible for enrollment in the study:

Male and female patients aged 6-14.
Patients having a diagnosis of ADHD of any type according to DSM-IV criteria, as established by history, psychiatric examination and a structured diagnostic interview (Kiddie-Sads-Present and Lifetime Version)
Patients, whose symptoms are adequately controlled by a stable and well-tolerated dose of a immediate release methylphenidate equivalent of 20mg for one month before screening.

Exclusion Criteria:

Patients with comorbid psychiatric conditions with symptoms requiring current pharmacological treatment (e.g. major depression, psychosis).
Patients who are taking any concomitant medications likely to interfere with the study drug or confound efficacy or safety assessments, e.g.
- Tricyclic antidepressants, buproprion, clonidine, buspirone 2 weeks before randomization.
- Atomoxetine 2 weeks before randomization.
- Fluoxetine or antipsychotics 1 month before randomization.
- Pemoline and amphetamines 1 week before randomization.
Patients with a known non-response to methylphenidate.

Other protocol-defined exclusion criteria may apply.

Contacts and Locations

Please refer to this study by its ClinicalTrials.gov identifier: NCT00254878

Locations

Germany
Novartis Investigational Site
Freiburg, Germany

Sponsors and Collaborators

Novartis

Investigators

Study Chair:

Novartis Pharmaceuticals

More Information

No publications provided

Study ID Numbers:	CRIT124DDE01
Study First Received:	November 15, 2005
Last Updated:	December 17, 2007
ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier:	NCT00254878 History of Changes
Health Authority:	Germany: Federal Institute for Drugs and Medical Devices

Keywords provided by Novartis:

ADHD, Methylphenidate hydrochloride, modified-release

Study placed in the following topic categories:

Dopamine Uptake Inhibitors
Neurotransmitter Agents
Dopamine
Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity
Mental Disorders
Mental Disorders Diagnosed in Childhood

Methylphenidate
Attention Deficit and Disruptive Behavior Disorders
Hyperkinesis
Central Nervous System Stimulants
Dopamine Agents

Additional relevant MeSH terms:

Dopamine Uptake Inhibitors
Neurotransmitter Agents
Neurotransmitter Uptake Inhibitors
Molecular Mechanisms of Pharmacological Action
Physiological Effects of Drugs
Attention Deficit and Disruptive Behavior Disorders
Methylphenidate
Central Nervous System Stimulants

Pharmacologic Actions
Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity
Mental Disorders
Therapeutic Uses
Mental Disorders Diagnosed in Childhood
Dopamine Agents
Central Nervous System Agents

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