Evaluating drug levels of a new formulation of Deucravacitinib in healthy participants

A Phase 1, Open-label, Single-dose Study to Evaluate the Pharmacokinetics of Deucravacitinib (BMS-986165) Administered as Various Solid Oral Gastro-retentive Tablet Formulation Prototypes in Healthy Participants

Phase 1 Interventional Bristol-Myers Squibb · NCT06566768

This study is testing a new version of a medication called Deucravacitinib in healthy volunteers to see how well it stays in the stomach and how the body absorbs it.

Quick facts

PhasePhase 1
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment52 (estimated)
Ages18 Years to 55 Years
SexAll
SponsorBristol-Myers Squibb Industry-sponsored
Drugs / interventionsdeucravacitinib
Locations2 sites (Nottingham, Nottinghamshire and 1 other locations)
Trial IDNCT06566768 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This study aims to assess the drug levels of various gastro-retentive formulations of Deucravacitinib (BMS-986165) in healthy volunteers. The focus is on understanding how these formulations can prolong the retention time of the drug in the stomach, which may enhance its effectiveness. Participants will receive a single dose of the drug, and their responses will be monitored to gather data on absorption and pharmacokinetics. The study is designed to ensure that only healthy individuals within a specific BMI range are included.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are healthy males and females with a BMI between 18.0 and 32.0 kg/m² and a body weight of at least 50 kg.

Not a fit: Patients with significant acute or chronic medical illnesses or recent gastrointestinal diseases may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved formulations of Deucravacitinib that enhance its therapeutic effects.

How similar studies have performed: While this specific approach is novel, similar studies evaluating gastro-retentive formulations have shown promise in enhancing drug delivery.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Healthy males and healthy females according to the assessment of the Investigator.
* Body mass index of 18.0 kg/m\^2 through 32.0 kg/m\^2, inclusive, and body weight ≥ 50 kg.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Any significant acute or chronic medical illness.
* Current or recent (within 3 months of first dose) gastrointestinal (GI) disease that could possibly affect drug absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion.
* History of any significant drug allergy.
* Other protocol-defined Inclusion/Exclusion criteria apply.

Where this trial is running

Nottingham, Nottinghamshire and 1 other locations

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions Healthy ParticipantsDeucravacitinibBMS-986165Healthy volunteersSingle-dose
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