Testing ORX750 for Narcolepsy and Idiopathic Hypersomnia
Official title: A Phase 2a, Randomized, Double-blind, Placebo-controlled Study of the Safety, Tolerability, Pharmacokinetics, and Pharmacodynamics of ORX750 in Subjects With Narcolepsy and Idiopathic Hypersomnia (CRYSTAL-1)
Run by Centessa Pharmaceuticals plc · NCT06752668 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing a new medication called ORX750 to see if it can help people with narcolepsy or idiopathic hypersomnia feel more awake and improve their daily lives.
Quick facts
| Phase | Phase 2 |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Ages | 18 Years to 65 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 248 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Centessa Pharmaceuticals plc Industry-sponsored |
| Locations | 37 sites (Auburn, Alabama and 36 other locations) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | December 23, 2024 |
| Main results expected | December 2026 |
| Study ends | December 2026 |
| Registry record updated | April 27, 2026 |
| Trial ID | NCT06752668 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates for this study are adults aged 18-65 with a confirmed diagnosis of Narcolepsy Type 1, Narcolepsy Type 2, or Idiopathic Hypersomnia.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients with excessive daytime sleepiness due to other medical disorders or significant comorbidities may not benefit from this study.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
This clinical trial evaluates the efficacy of ORX750 in treating participants diagnosed with Narcolepsy Type 1, Narcolepsy Type 2, or Idiopathic Hypersomnia, conditions characterized by excessive daytime sleepiness. Participants aged 18-65 will be recruited and must be willing to discontinue any current medications for their conditions. The study will compare the effects of ORX750 against a placebo to determine its potential benefits in improving alertness and daily functioning. The trial aims to gather data on how well ORX750 can alleviate symptoms associated with these sleep disorders.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this treatment could significantly improve the quality of life for patients suffering from excessive daytime sleepiness due to narcolepsy or idiopathic hypersomnia.
How similar studies have gone: While there is ongoing research in this area, the specific use of ORX750 for these conditions is novel and has not been extensively tested in prior studies.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * 18-65 years of age * BMI ≥17 and ≤37 kg/m2 * Meets the diagnostic criteria of Narcolepsy Type 1 (NT1), Type 2 (NT2) or Idiopathic Hypersomnia (IH) according to ICSD-3-TR criteria * Is willing and able to discontinue all medications used for the treatment of narcolepsy or idiopathic hypersomnia * Is willing and able to adhere to additional protocol requirements Exclusion Criteria: * A medical disorder other than NT1, NT2, or IH that is associated with excessive daytime sleepiness (EDS). * Presence of significant cardiovascular, pulmonary, gastrointestinal, hepatic, renal, hematological, malignancy, endocrine, neurological or psychiatric disease
Where it's running
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Auburn, Alabama
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Chandler, Arizona
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Scottsdale, Arizona
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Long Beach, California
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Santa Ana, California
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Brandon, Florida
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Winter Park, Florida
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Atlanta, Georgia
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Newton, Massachusetts
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Toronto, Ontario
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Leon, France
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Bologna, Italy
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Madrid, Spain
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Vitoria-Gasteiz, Spain
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Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Centessa Pharmaceuticals
- Email: CRYSTAL-1@centessa.com
- Phone: +1 617-468-5770
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Long-term ORX750 treatment for people with narcolepsy or idiopathic hypersomnia
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.