Clinical trial Recruiting at 3 sites Phase1; Phase2 Interventional Ages 18 to 65

Testing DT-216P2 in patients with Friedreich's Ataxia

Official title: A Phase 1/2, Open-Label, Multiple Ascending Dose Study to Assess the Safety, Tolerability, and Pharmacokinetics of Subcutaneous and Intravenous DT-216P2 in Patients With Friedreich's Ataxia

Run by Design Therapeutics, Inc. · NCT06874010 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing a new drug called DT-216P2 in adults with Friedreich's Ataxia to see how safe it is and how well it works in their bodies.

Quick facts

PhasePhase1; Phase2
Study typeInterventional
Ages18 Years to 65 Years
SexAll
Enrollment20 (estimated)
SponsorDesign Therapeutics, Inc.
Industry-sponsored
Locations3 sites (Sydney, New South Wales and 2 other locations)
StatusRecruiting
StartedJune 2025
Main results expectedDecember 2026
Study endsMarch 2027
Registry record updatedMay 18, 2025
Trial IDNCT06874010 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates are adults aged 18-65 with a genetically confirmed diagnosis of Friedreich's Ataxia and specific clinical criteria.

Probably not a fit

Patients with significant comorbid conditions or psychiatric disorders that may interfere with the study are unlikely to benefit.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This study evaluates the safety, tolerability, and pharmacokinetics of multiple ascending doses of DT-216P2 in patients diagnosed with Friedreich's Ataxia (FA). Participants aged 18-65 with a confirmed genetic diagnosis of FA will receive the treatment to assess its effects. The study aims to gather data on how the drug is processed in the body and its potential therapeutic benefits for this condition.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this treatment could improve the management of Friedreich's Ataxia and enhance the quality of life for patients.

How similar studies have gone: While this approach is novel, similar studies targeting Friedreich's Ataxia have shown promise in exploring new treatments.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Participants must be 18-65 years of age inclusive, at the time of signing the informed consent.
* Genetically confirmed diagnosis of FA, with homozygous GAA repeat expansions in the frataxin gene.
* Stage 5.5 or less on the FSA at screening.
* BMI between 16 and 32 kg/m2 at screening; weight should be \<= 100 kg at screening.
* Male and/or female using protocol defined and regulatory approved contraception.
* Capable of giving signed informed consent.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Any concomitant medical condition that in the opinion of the investigator, puts the participant at risk or precludes participant from completing the study protocol.
* Any clinically significant nonmedical conditions and psychiatric disorders that could put the participant at higher risk for participation in the study, influence the participant's ability to participate in the study, or interfere with interpretation of the participant's study results, in the opinion of the investigator.
* Received an investigational agent within the last 30 days or 5 half-lives, whichever longer, prior to the first dose of study drug, or are in follow-up of another clinical study prior to study enrollment. Exception: Potential participants who are currently on Omaveloxolone must be on stable doses for at least 3 months.
* Is not willing to comply with the contraceptive requirements during the study period, as per protocol.

Where it's running

  • Scientia Clinical Research Ltd
    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
    Recruiting
  • Doherty Clinical Trials
    East Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
    Recruiting
  • Nucleus Network
    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
    Recruiting

Study contacts

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.