DRUG
Bremelanotide
A melanocortin agonist and synthetic peptide analog of the naturally occurring hormone alpha-MSH (melanocyte-stimulating hormone)
Status
Completed
Phase
Phase 3
Enrollment
714
Locations
91
Results
Posted
Publications
8
Study summary
A Phase 3, Randomized, Double-blind, Placebo-controlled, Parallel-group Trial with an optional Open-label Extension to evaluate the efficacy of bremelanotide (BMT), administered subcutaneously (SC) on an as needed basis for the treatment of HSDD (with or without decreased arousal) in premenopausal females.
This will be a multicenter, randomized, placebo-controlled, parallel group study in up to 80 sites in the United States of America (USA) and Canada to evaluate the efficacy and safety of a fixed dose of SC BMT versus placebo on an as-needed basis under conditions of home use in premenopausal women with HSDD (with or without decreased arousal). The study will consist of 2 phases: (1) Core Study: 4-week no-treatment qualification period, a 4-week single-blind placebo treatment period (baseline), and a 24-week double-blind treatment period where participants will self-administer placebo or BMT 1.75 mg SC via an autoinjector; and (2) Extension Phase: a 52-week open-label treatment period during which all subjects will receive BMT 1.75 mg. Primary Objective • To evaluate the efficacy of bremelanotide (BMT), administered subcutaneously (SC) on an as needed basis for the treatment of HSDD (with or without decreased arousal) in premenopausal females. Secondary Objectives * To evaluate the efficacy of BMT in premenopausal women in the double-blind Core Study, as assessed by subject responses to questionnaires measuring sexual function, treatment satisfaction, and distress associated with sexual dysfunction. * To evaluate the safety of BMT in premenopausal women in the double-blind Core Study. * To evaluate the safety of long-term therapy with BMT in the open label Extension Phase. * To evaluate the efficacy of long-term therapy with BMT in the open-label Extension Phase.
Interventions
DRUG
A melanocortin agonist and synthetic peptide analog of the naturally occurring hormone alpha-MSH (melanocyte-stimulating hormone)
DRUG
Placebo
Timeline
First posted
Jan 15, 2015
Study start
Jan 2015
Primary completion
Aug 2016
Study completion
Jun 29, 2017
Results posted
Jan 28, 2021
Registry updated
Jan 28, 2021
Outcomes
Efficacy of a Fixed Dose of Bremelanotide as Measured by FSFI (Question Q1 and Q2), 28-day Recall.
Time frame · 8 weeks baseline plus 24 weeks (Main Study), 52 Weeks (OLE)
As measured by change from baseline to end-of-study in the desire domain from the FSFI (Question Q1 and Q2), 28-day recall, co-primary endpoint - FSFI desire domain This score is on a scale ranging from 1.2 to 6. A higher score on this scale represent an increase in sexual desire and is a better outcome.
Efficacy of a Fixed Dose of Bremelanotide as Measured by FSDS-DAO (Item 13)
Time frame · 8 weeks baseline plus 24 weeks (Main Study), 52 Weeks (OLE)
As measured by the change from baseline to End-of-Study of the Core Study in the bothered by low desire item from the FSDS-DAO (item 13). Responses range from 0 (never) to 4 (always). Lower scores on this scale represent an increase in sexual desire and indicate a better outcome. Higher scores indicate a worse outcome.
Efficacy of a Fixed Dose of Bremelanotide, as Measured by the Change in Baseline to End of Study (EOS) in the Number of Satisfying Sexual Events (SSEs) Associated With Study Drug Administration
Time frame · 8 weeks baseline plus 24 weeks (Main Study), 52 Weeks (OLE)
Mean change from Baseline to end of study (EOS) in the number of satisfying sexual events (SSEs) that occurred within 16 hours of study drug dosing and reported within 72 hours. An increase in number indicates a better outcome.
Efficacy of a Fixed Dose of Bremelanotide, as Measured by the Change in Baseline to End of Study in Mean Desire Score (Q3) From the FSEP-R
Time frame · 8 weeks baseline plus 24 weeks (Main Study), 52 Weeks (OLE)
FSEP-R=Female Sexual Encounter Profile - Revised Scores on this scale range from 0 (no desire) to 3 (high desire). Scale is derived from a questionnaire (mean desire score) where an increase in value indicates a better outcome.
Efficacy of a Fixed Dose of Bremelanotide, as Measured by the Change in Baseline to End of Study in Mean Satisfaction With Desire Score (Q4) From FSEP-R
Time frame · 8 weeks baseline plus 24 weeks (Main Study), 52 Weeks (OLE)
FSEP-R=Female Sexual Encounter Profile - Revised Scores range from 0 (no desire) to 3 (high desire). Scale is derived from a questionnaire (mean desire score) where a higher score indicates a better outcome.
Efficacy of a Fixed Dose of Bremelanotide, as Measured by the Change in Baseline to End of Study in the FSDS-DAO Total Score
Time frame · 8 weeks baseline plus 24 weeks (Main Study), 52 Weeks (OLE)
FSDS-DAO = Female Sexual Distress Scale - Desire/Arousal/Orgasm. The FSDS-DAO is a validated 15-item self-assessment of sexual feelings and problems. All responses are on a scale ranging from 0 ("never") to 4 ("always"). Total Scores range from 0 (never feel bothered) to 60 (always feel bothered). Decreased scores indicate improvement. A higher score on this scale indicates a worse outcome. The score is the mean change from Baseline observed at EOS (Baseline score - EOS score)
Efficacy of a Fixed Dose of Bremelanotide, as Measured by the Change in Baseline to End of Study in the FSFI Total Score
Time frame · 8 weeks baseline plus 24 weeks (Main Study), 52 Weeks (OLE)
Female Sexual Function Index (FSFI) The score is computed programmatically \] resulting in a score on a scale ranging from 1.2 to 6 (Note: OLE: Open-label extension. Scores range from 2 to 36. An improvement in total FSFI score is an increase from baseline. A higher score on this scale represents an increase in sexual desire and is a better outcome.
Efficacy of a Fixed Dose of Bremelanotide, as Measured by the Change in Baseline to End of Study in the Mean Level of Sexual Arousal (Q6) From the FSEP-R
Time frame · 8 weeks baseline plus 24 weeks (Main Study), 52 Weeks (OLE)
FSEP-R=Female Sexual Encounter Profile - Revised Scores on this scale range from 0 (no desire) to 3 (high desire) Scale is derived from a questionnaire (mean desire score) where a higher score indicates a better outcome.
Efficacy of a Fixed Dose of Bremelanotide, as Measured by the Change in Baseline to End of Study in the Mean Satisfaction With Sexual Arousal (Q7) From the FSEP-R
Time frame · 8 weeks baseline plus 24 weeks (Main Study), 52 Weeks (OLE)
FSEP-R=Female Sexual Encounter Profile - Revised Scores range from 0 (no desire) to 3 (high desire) Scale is derived from a questionnaire (mean desire score) where a higher score indicates a better outcome.
Efficacy of a Fixed Dose of Bremelanotide, as Measured by the Change in Baseline to End of Study in the Scored Time Spent Being Concerned by Difficulty With Sexual Arousal (Q14) From the FSDS-DAO
Time frame · 8 weeks baseline plus 24 weeks (Main Study), 52 Weeks (OLE)
FSDS-DAO = Female Sexual Distress Scale - Desire/Arousal/Orgasm. The FSDS-DAO is a validated 15-item self-assessment of sexual feelings and problems. Scores on this scale range from 0 ("never") to 4 ("always"). Decreased scores indicate improvement. A higher score on this scale indicates a worse outcome.
Efficacy of a Fixed Dose of Bremelanotide, as Measured by the Change in Baseline to End of Study in the Arousal Domain of the FSFI (Q3 to Q6)
Time frame · 8 weeks baseline plus 24 weeks (Main Study), 52 Weeks (OLE)
Female Sexual Function Index (FSFI) The score is computed programmatically using the algorithm described by Rosen, resulting in a score ranging from 1.2 to 6. Higher scores on this scale represent an increase in sexual desire and is a better outcome.
Efficacy of a Fixed Dose of Bremelanotide, as Measured by the Change in Baseline to End of Study in the Total Number of SSEs
Time frame · 8 weeks baseline plus 24 weeks (Main Study), 52 Weeks (OLE)
Change from Baseline to EOS in the total number of satisfying sexual events SSEs. A higher number of events indicates a better outcome.
Eligibility
Main Inclusion Criteria: * Has met diagnostic criteria for HSDD for at least 6 months * Is willing and able to understand and comply with all study requirements * Has a normal pelvic examination at screening Main Exclusion Criteria: * Subjects should be generally healthy premenopausal females with no psychological, gynecological or urological conditions which might contribute to the sexual dysfunction, compromise study participation, or confound interpretation of the study results * Not currently under treatment for the sexual dysfunction and willing to forego other treatments through the course of the clinical trial
Study locations
Canada · United States. Showing up to 24 locations stored in the fast local snapshot.
Palatin Clinical Site 242
Birmingham, Alabama, United States
Palatin Clinical Site 218
Phoenix, Arizona, United States
Palatin Clinical Site 254
Tucson, Arizona, United States
Palatin Clinical Site 207
Hot Springs, Arkansas, United States
Palatin Clinical Site 258
Beverly Hills, California, United States
Palatin Clinical Site 256
Garden Grove, California, United States
Palatin Clinical Site 291
Los Angeles, California, United States
Palatin Clinical Site 270
Oakland, California, United States
Palatin Clinical Site 210
San Diego, California, United States
Palatin Clinical Site 251
San Diego, California, United States
Palatin Clinical Site 272
Sherman Oaks, California, United States
Palatin Clinical Site 253
Tarzana, California, United States
Palatin Clinical Site 212
Denver, Colorado, United States
Palatin Clinical Site 219
Denver, Colorado, United States
Palatin Clinical Site 243
Lakewood, Colorado, United States
Palatin Clinical Site 211
New London, Connecticut, United States
Palatin Clinical Site 229
Waterbury, Connecticut, United States
Palatin Clinical Site 202
Washington D.C., District of Columbia, United States
Palatin Clinical Site 204
Aventura, Florida, United States
Palatin Clinical Site 273
Coral Gables, Florida, United States
Palatin Clinical Site 203
Fort Myers, Florida, United States
Palatin Clinical Site 255
Gainesville, Florida, United States
Palatin Clinical Site 266
Gainesville, Florida, United States
Palatin Clinical Site 224
Jupiter, Florida, United States
Publications
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