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A Multi-center, Open-label, Randomized, Parallel Group Study to Evaluate Pharmacokinetic Profile, Effects on the Mechanisms of Contraceptive Efficacy and Safety of Two Progestin-only Patches Containing Different Doses of Levonorgestrel (LNG)

A Phase 1/2 interventional study of levonorgestrel patch with BMI 32 kg/m2 to <40 kg/m2 and levonorgestrel patch with BMI <32 kg/m2 in Contraception, sponsored by Premier Research. Completed at 6 sites in United States. Open to female participants aged 18 Years to 44 Years, including healthy volunteers. Per ClinicalTrials.gov, last updated 2026-01-07.

Sponsored by Premier Research · Phase 1/2, Interventional, and Prevention

Phase
Phase 1/2
Study type
Interventional
Enrollment
121
Allocation
Randomized
Ages
18 Years to 44 Years
Sex
Female
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Study summary

WHAT IS THE STUDY PRODUCT? The study product is a contraceptive patch, which has the study drug on the patch. The patch is applied directly to the skin and it contains Levonorgestrel (LNG) in a time-release form. LNG is a hormone that has been tested and been approved by the Food \& Drug Administration (FDA) in other forms, for example: contraceptive pills, intrauterine devices (IUDs, which are put in the uterus (womb)) and implants (drug in silicon tubing placed under the skin). The use of LNG in the form of a contraceptive patch makes this an experimental drug because the way the drug will be absorbed in the body is a new technique. This study drug does not contain estrogen and it does not protect against HIV, AIDS, or any other sexually transmitted diseases (STDs).

LNG is a progestin (a type of drug that is like a hormone. Progestins can cause changes at the opening of the uterus (womb), such as thickening of the cervical mucus (fluid). This thickened cervical mucus makes it difficult for the male's sperm to reach and fertilize the woman's egg. Since LNG is being absorbed through your skin from the patch, it is experimental, and it is unknown if this study product will really prevent pregnancy like other progestins.

WHY IS THIS STUDY BEING DONE?

The purpose of this study is to find out:

  • How well the patch prevents pregnancy
  • How safe the patch is to use every day
  • How much study drug needs to be in the patch to make sure that it prevents pregnancy
  • How the study drug in the patch affects cervical mucus (fluids)
  • How the study drug in the patch affects your rate of ovulation (how often you release an egg)
  • How well the patch sticks to your skin, without falling off, for a week at a time
  • Whether the patch causes any skin irritation or rash (redness or itchiness)
  • Whether the study drug in the patch affects your everyday life and if it causes any side effects.

WHAT DOES THE STUDY INVOLVE? We expect that there will be approximately twenty (20) women at each of the six (6) participating clinics in the study. In total, there will be about 120 women from all over the United States who will be in this study. This study is comparing the effectiveness of two different doses of the study drug (40ug and 75 ug) in the patches. This study is an open-label randomized trial, meaning that you and your study doctor will be aware of the dosage of study drug that you will be given. Randomization means that you will be selected by chance, like tossing a coin or rolling a dice. You have a 50% chance of being in the group that receives the 40ug dose patch or the group that receives 75ug dose patch.

Read the detailed description

This is a Phase I/II, multi-center, open-label, randomized, parallel group, pharmacokinetic, pharmacodynamic study of the AG1000-6.5 and AG1000-12.5 transdermal contraceptive delivery systems (TCDS) in healthy women followed as an outpatient for up to three 28-day cycles (12 weeks or approximately 3 months). During this study, subjects will receive active treatment with the LNG TCDS patches for 11 weeks, followed by one week of post-treatment assessment. The TCDS is designed for one week of patch wear. This study will be conducted by the National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD) in its Contraceptive Clinical Trials Network (CCTN) at 6 sites in the USA and will enroll approximately 120 women.

This study will enroll approximately 120 subjects, who will be randomized across all sites into the two treatment groups (\~60 subjects at each dose level). The randomization schedule will be further stratified to ensure enrollment of approximately 50% of subjects with BMI >32 kg/m2 and \<40 kg/m2 and approximately 50% of subjects with BMI \<32 kg/m2 for each dose level.

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Conditions studied

  • Contraception
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Who can participate

Ages eligible
18 Years to 44 Years
Sexes eligible
Female
Accepts healthy volunteers
Yes

Inclusion criteria

  • 1. Good general health.
  • 2. Aged 18-44 years, inclusive, at the enrollment visit.
  • 3. Intact uterus with at least one ovary.
  • 4. Pap test within the last 12 months or undergo a Pap test at screening prior to enrollment. If a potential subject states that she has had a Pap test within the last 12 months, then she will need to provide documentation of acceptable test results.
  • 5. Cervical mucus score of >7, which is based on the modified Insler scoring system during the screening cycle. The cervical mucus is collected by aspiration and the assessment is based on the modified Insler scoring system (the volume and pH of the mucus are not included in the total scoring) yielding a total possible score of 12 (3, 4).
  • 6. Regular menstrual cycles that occur every 28 ± 7 days.

    1. If subject is postpartum or post-abortal (with abortion in second trimester), she will be required to have two normal menstrual cycles prior to screening.
    2. If subject had an abortion in the first trimester, she will be required to have at least one menstrual cycle (two menses) prior to screening.
  • 7. Heterosexually abstinent or, if heterosexually active, must have undergone previous tubal sterilization, be in monogamous relationship with a vasectomized partner, or only use male or female condoms (use of condoms that are pre-lubricated with or without spermicide is acceptable) for the entire duration of the study. Use of a spermicide applied separately is not allowed. Cervical caps or diaphragms are not allowed during study participation.
  • 8. In the opinion of the investigator, able to comply with the protocol, willing to record requested information in the daily diary, and live within the study site catchment area or within a reasonable distance from the site.
  • 9. Understand and sign an IRB approved informed consent form prior to screening activities (including fasting blood draw).
  • 10. Willing to refrain from use of skin lotions/creams/gels on area of patch application and not use any vaginal creams, lubricants, gels, or spermicides for 3 days prior to study admission through to the end of the study.
  • 11. Agree not to participate in any other clinical trials during the course of this study.

Exclusion criteria

Exclusion Criteria:

Contraindications for enrollment will be the same as those for use of combined hormonal contraceptives as referenced in the World Health Organization (WHO) Medical Eligibility Criteria(MEC category 1 or 2) (1), in addition to contra-indications specific to this clinical trial including:

  • 1. Known hypersensitivity or contraindication to progestins.
  • 2. Known or suspected pregnancy.
  • 3. Prior hysterectomy or bilateral oophorectomy.
  • 4. Prior cervical surgery (LEEP, Cone biopsy, Cryosurgery).
  • 5. A history (within prior 12 months) or drug or alcohol abuse.
  • 6. Undiagnosed abnormal genital bleeding.
  • 7. Undiagnosed vaginal discharge or vaginal lesions or abnormalities. Subjects diagnosed at screening with a Chlamydia or gonococcus infection may not be included in the trial unless they are treated and proof of cure is documented after treatment (i.e. repeat test with negative results). In accordance with PI/medical designee assessment and local standards of practice, women with a history of genital herpes can be included if outbreaks are infrequent. Antiviral prophylactic therapy is permitted.
  • 8. Uncontrolled thyroid disorder.
  • 9. History or presence of dermal hypersensitivity in response to topical application. Specifically any reaction to application of a plastic bandage (Band-Aid), surgical or bandage tape, other skin patches, or adhesives.
  • 10. Any Pap test finding that would require additional workup or treatment during the study interval. HPV testing will not be done at screening for these subjects.
  • 11. Use of an injectable hormonal contraceptive (Depo-Provera®) within the past 10 months.
  • 12. Use of oral contraceptives, contraceptive implants, or other sex steroid hormones within 30 days prior to screening visit.
  • 13. Women who are breastfeeding or within 30 days of discontinuing breast feeding.
  • 14. Women planning to undergo major surgery within four months of study enrollment.
  • 15. Women planning pregnancy within their months of study enrollment.
  • 16. Smoking in women who are ages 18-44 years old that smoke 15 cigarettes or more per day must be evaluated by the PI for inclusion based on risk factors that would increase their risk for CVD and thromboembolism.
  • 17. Current or past deep vein thrombophlebitis or thromboembolic disorders.
  • 18. History of known thrombophilia in a first-degree relative \<45 years of age suggesting familial defect in blood coagulation system, which in the opinion of the principal investigator, suggests use of a hormonal contraceptive could pose a significant risk.
  • 19. Cerebrovascular or cardiovascular disease or increased risk for arterial thrombosis.
  • 20. History of retinal vascular lesions, unexplained partial or complete loss of vision.
  • 21. Known or suspected carcinoma of the breast, endometrium, or any other known or suspected progestin-dependent neoplasia.
  • 22. Past history of any other carcinoma (excluding basal cell carcinomas) unless in remission for more than 5 years.
  • 23. Current or past medically diagnosed severe depression, which, in the opinion of the investigator, could be exacerbated by use of a hormonal contraceptive, unless she is stable on antidepressant medication.
  • 24. Headaches with focal neurological symptoms only in women over 35 years old.
  • 25. History of cholestatic jaundice of pregnancy or jaundice with prior steroid use or other benign or malignant liver tumors; active liver disease.
  • 26. Systolic BP > 140 mm Hg and/or Diastolic blood pressure (BP) > 90 mm Hg after 5-10 minutes rest.
  • 27. Clinically significant abnormal serum chemistry values according to the Principal Investigator's judgment.
  • 28. Participation in another clinical trial involving an investigational drug or device within last 30 days (prior to screening).
  • 29. Use of liver enzyme inducers within last 90 days (prior to screening) or intention to use liver enzyme inducers during the study (see Appendix 2 Exclusionary Medication List).
  • 30. Known HIV infection.
  • 31. Women at high risk of contracting HIV, e.g. women with multiple sex partners who need to use condoms consistently, injection drug users. Women enrolled in the study, who use condoms to protect against STIs or pregnancy, should be instructed that they can use condoms that are pre-lubricated with spermicide or lubricated, but they cannot use a spermicide applied separately and they should record all condom use in their diaries.
  • 32. Women who use any medications on the Exclusionary Medication List (see Appendix 2) OR used any within the past three months prior to the screening visit.
  • 33. Women with BMI ≥40 kg/m2 are excluded.
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Study design

Phase
Phase 1 / Phase 2
Primary purpose
Prevention
Allocation
Randomized
Intervention model
Parallel assignment
Masking
None (open label)
Enrollment
121 participants (actual)

Study arms

  • Active comparator
    Dose level AG1000-6.5

    Drug: levonorgestrel patch with BMI 32 kg/m2 to <40 kg/m2 · Drug: levonorgestrel patch with BMI <32 kg/m2

  • Active comparator
    Dose level AG1000-12.5

    Drug: levonorgestrel patch with BMI 32 kg/m2 to <40 kg/m2 · Drug: levonorgestrel patch with BMI <32 kg/m2

Interventions

  • Druglevonorgestrel patch with BMI 32 kg/m2 to <40 kg/m2

    6.5mg patch daily for 11 weeks

    Also known as: AG 1000-6.5

  • Druglevonorgestrel patch with BMI <32 kg/m2

    6.5mg patch daily for 11 weeks

    Also known as: AG1000-6.5

  • Druglevonorgestrel patch with BMI 32 kg/m2 to <40 kg/m2

    12.5mg patch daily for 11 weeks

    Also known as: AG1000-12.5

  • Druglevonorgestrel patch with BMI <32 kg/m2

    12.5mg patch daily for 11 weeks

    Also known as: AG1000-12.5

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What researchers measure

Primary outcomes

  1. Number of Subjects With Poor Cervical Mucus Scores During Treatment Period

    The primary endpoint is a subject's incidence of the "Poor" cervical mucus score as determined by the modified Insler score. The cervical mucus score will be based on the modified Insler scoring system (the volume and pH of the mucus are not included in the total scoring) yielding a total possible modified Insler cervical mucus score of 12 (3, 4). The total modified Insler cervical mucus scores of 0-4, 5-8 and 9-12 will be categorized as "Poor," "Fair" and "Good," respectively.

    Time frame: Visit 1 (Treatment Day 1) through Visit 19 (Treatment Day 79)

Secondary outcomes

  1. Changes From Baseline in Endometrial Thickness

    Changes from Baseline in endometrial thickness measured at Visit 1, Visits 3-5, Visits 7-10, Visit 12-18 (Days 1, 5, 8, 11, 18, 22, 25, 29, 36, 43, 50, 57, 64, 71, 78)

    Time frame: Days 0, 1, 5, 8, 11, 18, 22, 25, 29, 36, 43, 50, 57, 64, 71, 78, up to 78 days

  2. Patch Wearability Based on Patch Adhesion

    Patch wearability measured by patch adhesion at Visit 4, Visit 6, Visit 8, Visit 10, Visits 12-18 (Days 8, 15, 22, 29, 36, 43, 50, 57, 64, 71, 78) based on the following criteria: \> 90% = \> 90% of patch adhered (no lift from skin); \>75% but \< 90% = \> 75% adhered but \< 90% (some edges showing lift from skin); \> 50% but \< 75% = \> 50% adhered but \< 75% (half of patch lifts of skin; \< 50% = \< 50% adherence ( \> half of patch lifts off, but not detached); Patch Off = patch completely detached from skin

    Time frame: Days 8, 15, 22, 29, 36, 43, 50, 57, 64, 71, 78, up to 78 days

  3. LNG PK Profiles After the First and Fifth Patches Are Applied and After the Eleventh (Last) Patch is Removed

    LNG PK at 0, 1, 2, 4, and 6 hours with patch on Day 1 (Visit 1), Day 29 (Visit 5), and Day 78 (Visit 12) after patch removal using Area Under the Curve Mean at each visit. The mean area under the curve represents the amount of LNG in the body at the given timepoint.

    Time frame: Day 1 (Visit 1), Day 29 (Visit 5), and Day 78 (Visit 12), up to 78 days

  4. Single Serum LNG PK Measures at Various Times On-treatment and Post Treatment.

    Serum LNG measures at Day 2 (Visit 2), Day 8 (Visit 4), Day 15 (Visit 6), Day 22 (Visit 8), Days 30, 36, 43, 50, 57, 64, 71 (Visits 11-17), Days 79, 80, 81, 82, 85 (Visits 19-23)

    Time frame: Treatment Days 2, 8, 15, 22, 30, 36, 43, 50, 57, 64, 71, 79, 80, 81, 82, and 85, up to 85 days

  5. Changes From Baseline in Estradiol Levels

    Changes from Baseline (Visit 1) in Estradiol levels measured at Visits 3-10, Visit 12-18, Visit 23 (Days 0, 5, 8, 11, 15, 18, 22, 25, 29, 36, 43, 50, 57, 64, 71, 78, 85)

    Time frame: Days 0, 5, 8, 11, 15, 18, 22, 25, 29, 36, 43, 50, 57, 64, 71, 78, 85, up to 85 days

  6. Changes From Baseline in Luteinizing Hormone Levels

    Changes from Baseline (Visit 1) in LH levels measured at Visits 3-10, Visit 12-18, Visit 23 (Days 0, 5, 8, 11, 15, 18, 22, 25, 29, 36, 43, 50, 57, 64, 71, 78, 85)

    Time frame: Days 0, 5, 8, 11, 15, 18, 22, 25, 29, 36, 43, 50, 57, 64, 71, 78, 85, up to 85 days

  7. Changes From Baseline in Follicle-Stimulating Hormone Levels

    Changes from Baseline (Visit 1) in FSH levels measured at Visits 10/Day 29, Visit 15/Day 57, Visit 18/Day 78, Visit 23/Day 85

    Time frame: Days 0, 29, 57, 78, 85, up to 85 days

  8. Changes From Baseline in Sex Hormone-Binding Globulin Levels

    Changes from Baseline (Visit 1) in SHBG levels measured at Visits 10/Day 29, Visit 15/Day 57, Visit 18/Day 78, Visit 23/Day 85

    Time frame: Days 0, 29, 57, 78, 85, up to 85 days

  9. Ovarian Follicular Activity Measured by the Number of Follicles Greater Than or Equal to 6mm

    Number of follicles greater than or equal to 6mm at Baseline, Visits 1-10, Visits 12-18 (Days 1, 5, 8, 11, 18, 22, 25, 29, 36, 43, 50, 57, 64, 71, 78)

    Time frame: Days 0, 1, 5, 8, 11, 18, 22, 25, 29, 36, 43, 50, 57, 64, 71, 78, up to 78 days

  10. Ovarian Follicular Activity Measured by the Maximum Diameter of the Largest Ovarian Follicle

    Maximum diameter of largest ovarian follicle measured at Baseline, Visits 1-10, Visits 12-18 (Days 1, 5, 8, 11, 18, 22, 25, 29, 36, 43, 50, 57, 64, 71, 78)

    Time frame: Days 0, 1, 5, 8, 11, 18, 22, 25, 29, 36, 43, 50, 57, 64, 71, 78, up to 78 days

  11. Ovarian Follicular Activity Measured by the Average Diameter of the Largest Ovarian Follicle

    Average diameter of largest ovarian follicle measured at Baseline, Visits 1-10, Visits 12-18 (Days 1, 5, 8, 11, 18, 22, 25, 29, 36, 43, 50, 57, 64, 71, 78)

    Time frame: Days 0, 1, 5, 8, 11, 18, 22, 25, 29, 36, 43, 50, 57, 64, 71, 78, up to 78 days

  12. Number of Subjects That Possibly Ovulated (Serum Progesterone 3-10 ng/mL)

    Number of subjects that possibly ovulated based on serum progesterone \> 3.0 ng/mL but \<10 ng/mL measured during Weeks 1-4, 5-8, 9-11, and Post-Treatment Week 12

    Time frame: Weeks 1-4, 5-8, 9-11, and Post-Treatment Week 12, up to 12 weeks

  13. Number of Subjects That Likely Ovulated (Serum Progesterone > 10 ng/mL)

    Number of subjects that possibly ovulated based on serum progesterone \> 10 ng/mL measured during Weeks 1-4, 5-8, 9-11, and Post-Treatment Week 12

    Time frame: Weeks 1-4, 5-8, 9-11, and Post-Treatment Week 12, up to 12 weeks

  14. Bleeding Patterns Based on Number of Bleeding/Spotting Days

    Bleeding and spotting days are recorded via subject diary and the number of days of bleeding and spotting are assessed during Weeks 1-4, Weeks 5-8, Weeks 5-9, and Post-Treatment Week 12

    Time frame: Weeks 1-4, Weeks 5-8, Weeks 5-9, and Post-Treatment Week 12, up to 12 Weeks

  15. Patch Wearability Based on Skin Irritation

    Patch wearability measured by patch site skin irritation at Visit 4, Visit 6, Visit 8, Visit 10, Visits 12-18 (Days 8, 15, 22, 29, 36, 43, 50, 57, 64, 71, 78) based on the following criteria: None= No irritation or barely perceptible/spotty erythema; Mild= Mild erythema covering approximately \<50% of the application site; Moderate = Moderate erythema covering approximately \>=50% of the application site, possible presence of mild edema; Significant = Severe erythema, possible edema, vesiculation, bullae and/or ulceration.

    Time frame: Days 8, 15, 22, 29, 36, 43, 50, 57, 64, 71, 78, up to 78 days

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Results

Posted Jan 7, 2026

Participant flow

Participant flow — Overall Study
MilestoneDose Level AG1000-6.5Dose Level AG1000-12.5
Started6160
Completed5648
Not completed512

Outcome measures

PrimaryNumber of Subjects With Poor Cervical Mucus Scores During Treatment Period

The primary endpoint is a subject's incidence of the "Poor" cervical mucus score as determined by the modified Insler score. The cervical mucus score will be based on the modified Insler scoring system (the volume and pH of the mucus are not included in the total scoring) yielding a total possible modified Insler cervical mucus score of 12 (3, 4). The total modified Insler cervical mucus scores of 0-4, 5-8 and 9-12 will be categorized as "Poor," "Fair" and "Good," respectively.

Time frame:
Visit 1 (Treatment Day 1) through Visit 19 (Treatment Day 79)
Reported as:
Count of participants · Participants
Number of Subjects With Poor Cervical Mucus Scores During Treatment Period
ParticipantsDose Level AG1000-6.5Dose Level AG1000-12.5
Number of Subjects With Poor Cervical Mucus Scores During Treatment Period311
SecondaryChanges From Baseline in Endometrial Thickness

Changes from Baseline in endometrial thickness measured at Visit 1, Visits 3-5, Visits 7-10, Visit 12-18 (Days 1, 5, 8, 11, 18, 22, 25, 29, 36, 43, 50, 57, 64, 71, 78)

Time frame:
Days 0, 1, 5, 8, 11, 18, 22, 25, 29, 36, 43, 50, 57, 64, 71, 78, up to 78 days
Reported as:
Mean · mm
Changes From Baseline in Endometrial Thickness
mmDose Level AG1000-6.5Dose Level AG1000-12.5
Baseline7.68 ± 3.2437.90 ± 2.792
Change from Baseline to Visit 1/Day 1-2.94 ± 3.885-3.32 ± 3.730
Change from Baseline to Visit 3/Day 5-2.77 ± 3.377-3.15 ± 2.936
Change from Baseline to Visit 4/Day 8-1.75 ± 3.706-2.00 ± 3.121
Change from Baseline to Visit 5/Day 11-0.71 ± 3.239-2.50 ± 3.673
Change from Baseline to Visit 7/Day 18-0.91 ± 4.367-2.16 ± 3.216
Change from Baseline to Visit 8/Day 22-1.34 ± 3.960-2.69 ± 3.384
Change from Baseline to Visit 9/Day 25-1.97 ± 3.834-2.87 ± 3.769
Change from Baseline to Visit 10/Day 29-2.67 ± 3.234-3.26 ± 3.413
Change from Baseline to Visit 12/Day 36-2.10 ± 3.995-3.16 ± 3.436
Change from Baseline to Visit 13/Day 43-1.67 ± 3.837-3.18 ± 3.183
Change from Baseline to Visit 14/Day 50-1.72 ± 4.422-3.24 ± 3.456
Change from Baseline to Visit 15/Day 57-2.18 ± 3.940-3.80 ± 3.477
Change from Baseline to Visit 16/Day 64-2.26 ± 3.676-3.39 ± 3.637
Change from Baseline to Visit 17/Day 71-2.08 ± 4.175-3.56 ± 3.224
Change from Baseline to Visit 18/Day 78-1.95 ± 3.857-2.84 ± 3.526
SecondaryPatch Wearability Based on Patch Adhesion

Patch wearability measured by patch adhesion at Visit 4, Visit 6, Visit 8, Visit 10, Visits 12-18 (Days 8, 15, 22, 29, 36, 43, 50, 57, 64, 71, 78) based on the following criteria: \> 90% = \> 90% of patch adhered (no lift from skin); \>75% but \< 90% = \> 75% adhered but \< 90% (some edges showing lift from skin); \> 50% but \< 75% = \> 50% adhered but \< 75% (half of patch lifts of skin; \< 50% = \< 50% adherence ( \> half of patch lifts off, but not detached); Patch Off = patch completely detached from skin

Time frame:
Days 8, 15, 22, 29, 36, 43, 50, 57, 64, 71, 78, up to 78 days
Reported as:
Count of participants · Participants
Patch Wearability Based on Patch Adhesion
ParticipantsDose Level AG1000-6.5Dose Level AG1000-12.5
Visit 4/Day 8: >90%4950
Visit 4/Day 8: 75-90%97
Visit 4/Day 8: 50-75%10
Visit 4/Day 8: <50%00
Visit 4/Day 8: Patch Off11
Visit 6/Day 15: >90%5246
Visit 6/Day 15: 75-90%69
Visit 6/Day 15: 50-75%01
Visit 6/Day 15: <50%00
Visit 6/Day 15: Patch Off01
Visit 8/Day 22: >90%5446
Visit 8/Day 22: 75-90%47
Visit 8/Day 22: 50-75%00
Visit 8/Day 22: <50%01
Visit 8/Day 22: Patch Off11
Visit 10/Day 29: >90%5644
Visit 10/Day 29: 75-90%28
Visit 10/Day 29: 50-75%01
Visit 10/Day 29: <50%00
Visit 10/Day 29: Patch Off00
Visit 12/Day 36: >90%5347
Visit 12/Day 36: 75-90%43
Visit 12/Day 36: 50-75%03
Visit 12/Day 36: <50%00
Visit 12/Day 36: Patch Off21
Visit 13/Day 43: >90%5146
Visit 13/Day 43: 75-90%64
Visit 13/Day 43: 50-75%01
Visit 13/Day 43: <50%00
Visit 13/Day 43: Patch Off00
Visit 14/Day 50: >90%5542
Visit 14/Day 50: 75-90%28
Visit 14/Day 50: 50-75%00
Visit 14/Day 50: <50%00
Visit 14/Day 50: Patch Off00
Visit 15/Day 57: >90%5144
Visit 15/Day 57: 75-90%54
Visit 15/Day 57: 50-75%00
Visit 15/Day 57: <50%00
Visit 15/Day 57: Patch Off11
Visit 16/Day 64: >90%5143
Visit 16/Day 64: 75-90%54
Visit 16/Day 64: 50-75%00
Visit 16/Day 64: <50%00
Visit 16/Day 64: Patch Off01
Visit 17/Day 71: >90%5445
Visit 17/Day 71: 75-90%34
Visit 17/Day 71: 50-75%00
Visit 17/Day 71: <50%00
Visit 17/Day 71: Patch Off00
Visit 18/Day 78: >90%5340
Visit 18/Day 78: 75-90%35
Visit 18/Day 78: 50-75%00
Visit 18/Day 78: <50%00
Visit 18/Day 78: Patch Off03
SecondaryLNG PK Profiles After the First and Fifth Patches Are Applied and After the Eleventh (Last) Patch is Removed

LNG PK at 0, 1, 2, 4, and 6 hours with patch on Day 1 (Visit 1), Day 29 (Visit 5), and Day 78 (Visit 12) after patch removal using Area Under the Curve Mean at each visit. The mean area under the curve represents the amount of LNG in the body at the given timepoint.

Time frame:
Day 1 (Visit 1), Day 29 (Visit 5), and Day 78 (Visit 12), up to 78 days
Reported as:
Mean · hr*pg/mL
LNG PK Profiles After the First and Fifth Patches Are Applied and After the Eleventh (Last) Patch is Removed
hr*pg/mLDose Level AG1000-6.5Dose Level AG1000-12.5
Day 1/Visit 1322.6247 ± 141.24822401.3429 ± 200.31346
Day 29/Visit 51326.6995 ± 1663.888161997.9708 ± 1626.87132
Day 78/Visit 12945.0963 ± 590.162261303.4188 ± 781.29795
SecondarySingle Serum LNG PK Measures at Various Times On-treatment and Post Treatment.

Serum LNG measures at Day 2 (Visit 2), Day 8 (Visit 4), Day 15 (Visit 6), Day 22 (Visit 8), Days 30, 36, 43, 50, 57, 64, 71 (Visits 11-17), Days 79, 80, 81, 82, 85 (Visits 19-23)

Time frame:
Treatment Days 2, 8, 15, 22, 30, 36, 43, 50, 57, 64, 71, 79, 80, 81, 82, and 85, up to 85 days
Reported as:
Mean · ng/mL
Single Serum LNG PK Measures at Various Times On-treatment and Post Treatment.
ng/mLDose Level AG1000-6.5Dose Level AG1000-12.5
Day 2181.489 ± 174.4023392.703 ± 354.6305
Day 8183.140 ± 143.5979301.107 ± 181.3892
Day 15175.092 ± 123.0980290.184 ± 212.5369
Day 22174.769 ± 126.9624349.906 ± 259.7689
Day 30276.579 ± 247.4270519.327 ± 398.7602
Day 36178.315 ± 135.2644309.459 ± 320.7415
Day 43168.591 ± 136.0588301.725 ± 218.2762
Day 50174.454 ± 143.7253330.625 ± 282.0871
Day 57176.129 ± 133.7951272.921 ± 171.9373
Day 64162.538 ± 130.8442276.387 ± 198.0998
Day 71167.253 ± 128.7246280.677 ± 177.6261
Day 79100.182 ± 54.7594129.584 ± 76.1130
Day 8072.311 ± 41.886987.295 ± 53.3175
Day 8148.481 ± 22.997366.773 ± 37.6578
Day 8237.506 ± 22.280749.627 ± 25.1602
Day 8529.554 ± 25.576538.882 ± 38.1462
SecondaryChanges From Baseline in Estradiol Levels

Changes from Baseline (Visit 1) in Estradiol levels measured at Visits 3-10, Visit 12-18, Visit 23 (Days 0, 5, 8, 11, 15, 18, 22, 25, 29, 36, 43, 50, 57, 64, 71, 78, 85)

Time frame:
Days 0, 5, 8, 11, 15, 18, 22, 25, 29, 36, 43, 50, 57, 64, 71, 78, 85, up to 85 days
Reported as:
Mean · pg/mL
Changes From Baseline in Estradiol Levels
pg/mLDose Level AG1000-6.5Dose Level AG1000-12.5
Baseline44.1 ± 16.6147.2 ± 48.40
Change from Baseline to Visit 3/Day 544.7 ± 66.1943.8 ± 60.55
Change from Baseline to Visit 4/Day 8119.4 ± 108.95103.2 ± 138.77
Change from Baseline to Visit 5/Day 11158.4 ± 166.04170.7 ± 207.28
Change from Baseline to Visit 6/Day 15147.1 ± 143.95191.9 ± 249.75
Change from Baseline to Visit 7/Day 18129.1 ± 122.25123.8 ± 164.50
Change from Baseline to Visit 8/Day 2271.5 ± 107.1776.6 ± 120.61
Change from Baseline to Visit 9/Day 2533.8 ± 78.8665.0 ± 121.64
Change from Baseline to Visit 10/Day 2921.4 ± 55.6737.8 ± 98.50
Change from Baseline to Visit 12/Day 36101.6 ± 150.5353.9 ± 110.20
Change from Baseline to Visit 13/Day 43113.4 ± 173.7198.6 ± 172.48
Change from Baseline to Visit 14/Day 5085.7 ± 118.4973.7 ± 166.09
Change from Baseline to Visit 15/Day 5776.4 ± 135.9040.1 ± 117.25
Change from Baseline to Visit 16/Day 6494.5 ± 165.6042.4 ± 104.84
Change from Baseline to Visit 17/Day 7182.6 ± 114.9051.3 ± 99.92
Change from Baseline to Visit 18/Day 7873.2 ± 101.4376.1 ± 118.96
Change from Baseline to Visit 23/Day 8577.1 ± 119.0878.0 ± 104.52
SecondaryChanges From Baseline in Luteinizing Hormone Levels

Changes from Baseline (Visit 1) in LH levels measured at Visits 3-10, Visit 12-18, Visit 23 (Days 0, 5, 8, 11, 15, 18, 22, 25, 29, 36, 43, 50, 57, 64, 71, 78, 85)

Time frame:
Days 0, 5, 8, 11, 15, 18, 22, 25, 29, 36, 43, 50, 57, 64, 71, 78, 85, up to 85 days
Reported as:
Mean · mIU/mL
Changes From Baseline in Luteinizing Hormone Levels
mIU/mLDose Level AG1000-6.5Dose Level AG1000-12.5
Baseline4.988 ± 1.85405.272 ± 2.0365
Change from Baseline to Visit 3/Day 52.318 ± 3.13762.391 ± 2.3369
Change from Baseline to Visit 4/Day 83.647 ± 3.94072.855 ± 3.5869
Change from Baseline to Visit 5/Day 115.306 ± 4.55443.573 ± 3.3224
Change from Baseline to Visit 6/Day 154.011 ± 15.07051.759 ± 3.4399
Change from Baseline to Visit 7/Day 180.193 ± 4.0425-0.024 ± 4.3170
Change from Baseline to Visit 8/Day 22-0.625 ± 2.6920-0.108 ± 4.0482
Change from Baseline to Visit 9/Day 25-0.233 ± 2.55910.094 ± 3.6229
Change from Baseline to Visit 10/Day 290.071 ± 1.83100.597 ± 3.8260
Change from Baseline to Visit 12/Day 362.219 ± 4.31521.377 ± 3.3823
Change from Baseline to Visit 13/Day 431.143 ± 3.11231.915 ± 6.8802
Change from Baseline to Visit 14/Day 50-0.146 ± 2.69630.918 ± 3.5897
Change from Baseline to Visit 15/Day 570.738 ± 3.62710.916 ± 3.7356
Change from Baseline to Visit 16/Day 642.835 ± 8.34802.622 ± 3.8875
Change from Baseline to Visit 17/Day 711.158 ± 3.31951.512 ± 4.0583
Change from Baseline to Visit 18/Day 780.302 ± 4.67181.335 ± 4.1741
Change from Baseline to Visit 23/Day 852.780 ± 8.9881.416 ± 4.0763
SecondaryChanges From Baseline in Follicle-Stimulating Hormone Levels

Changes from Baseline (Visit 1) in FSH levels measured at Visits 10/Day 29, Visit 15/Day 57, Visit 18/Day 78, Visit 23/Day 85

Time frame:
Days 0, 29, 57, 78, 85, up to 85 days
Reported as:
Mean · mIU/mL
Changes From Baseline in Follicle-Stimulating Hormone Levels
mIU/mLDose Level AG1000-6.5Dose Level AG1000-12.5
Baseline6.588 ± 2.18626.626 ± 2.5115
Change from Baseline to Visit 10/Day 29-0.928 ± 1.8646-1.368 ± 2.2185
Change from Baseline to Visit 15/Day 57-1.912 ± 2.6797-1.858 ± 3.1649
Change from Baseline to Visit 18/Day 78-2.190 ± 2.6875-2.113 ± 3.0552
Change from Baseline to Visit 23/Day 85-1.035 ± 2.4421-2.003 ± 2.8092
SecondaryChanges From Baseline in Sex Hormone-Binding Globulin Levels

Changes from Baseline (Visit 1) in SHBG levels measured at Visits 10/Day 29, Visit 15/Day 57, Visit 18/Day 78, Visit 23/Day 85

Time frame:
Days 0, 29, 57, 78, 85, up to 85 days
Reported as:
Mean · ug/mL
Changes From Baseline in Sex Hormone-Binding Globulin Levels
ug/mLDose Level AG1000-6.5Dose Level AG1000-12.5
Baseline5.407 ± 2.51435.367 ± 2.3355
Change from Baseline to Visit 10/Day 29-1.243 ± 1.2113-1.737 ± 1.5096
Change from Baseline to Visit 15/Day 57-1.032 ± 1.4994-2.158 ± 1.5545
Change from Baseline to Visit 18/Day 78-1.091 ± 1.3419-2.203 ± 1.5719
Change from Baseline to Visit 23/Day 85-0.585 ± 1.2964-1.299 ± 1.4768
SecondaryOvarian Follicular Activity Measured by the Number of Follicles Greater Than or Equal to 6mm

Number of follicles greater than or equal to 6mm at Baseline, Visits 1-10, Visits 12-18 (Days 1, 5, 8, 11, 18, 22, 25, 29, 36, 43, 50, 57, 64, 71, 78)

Time frame:
Days 0, 1, 5, 8, 11, 18, 22, 25, 29, 36, 43, 50, 57, 64, 71, 78, up to 78 days
Reported as:
Mean · Number of Follicles
Ovarian Follicular Activity Measured by the Number of Follicles Greater Than or Equal to 6mm
Number of FolliclesDose Level AG1000-6.5Dose Level AG1000-12.5
Baseline2.9 ± 2.592.9 ± 2.71
Visit 1/Day 12.5 ± 2.162.1 ± 1.77
Visit 3/Day 53.4 ± 2.713.8 ± 4.64
Visit 4/Day 83.2 ± 3.053.1 ± 3.03
Visit 5/Day 112.7 ± 1.912.4 ± 1.92
Visit 7/Day 181.9 ± 1.652.1 ± 2.05
Visit 8/Day 221.2 ± 1.312.4 ± 4.94
Visit 9/Day 251.6 ± 1.832.0 ± 2.03
Visit 10/Day 292.6 ± 2.472.0 ± 1.58
Visit 12/Day 362.7 ± 2.842.6 ± 2.35
Visit 13/Day 432.4 ± 2.232.1 ± 1.99
Visit 14/Day 501.6 ± 1.762.2 ± 1.71
Visit 15/Day 572.3 ± 2.142.9 ± 3.30
Visit 16/Day 642.6 ± 2.502.8 ± 2.84
Visit 17/Day 712.4 ± 2.132.3 ± 2.35
Visit 18/Day 782.1 ± 1.971.9 ± 1.96
SecondaryOvarian Follicular Activity Measured by the Maximum Diameter of the Largest Ovarian Follicle

Maximum diameter of largest ovarian follicle measured at Baseline, Visits 1-10, Visits 12-18 (Days 1, 5, 8, 11, 18, 22, 25, 29, 36, 43, 50, 57, 64, 71, 78)

Time frame:
Days 0, 1, 5, 8, 11, 18, 22, 25, 29, 36, 43, 50, 57, 64, 71, 78, up to 78 days
Reported as:
Mean · mm
Ovarian Follicular Activity Measured by the Maximum Diameter of the Largest Ovarian Follicle
mmDose Level AG1000-6.5Dose Level AG1000-12.5
Baseline15.9 ± 6.0016.1 ± 6.09
Visit 1/Day 19.9 ± 3.6010.4 ± 5.27
Visit 3/Day 513.0 ± 4.0812.9 ± 6.46
Visit 4/Day 816.0 ± 5.3416.0 ± 7.35
Visit 5/Day 1116.1 ± 7.1317.4 ± 7.85
Visit 7/Day 1815.1 ± 9.7118.8 ± 11.76
Visit 8/Day 2216.6 ± 11.6417.3 ± 10.96
Visit 9/Day 2515.0 ± 9.8018.8 ± 12.82
Visit 10/Day 2912.9 ± 8.5117.0 ± 11.94
Visit 12/Day 3616.0 ± 7.5518.1 ± 11.34
Visit 13/Day 4316.2 ± 9.3518.5 ± 9.83
Visit 14/Day 5016.1 ± 10.4916.7 ± 8.23
Visit 15/Day 5716.9 ± 11.0614.5 ± 7.41
Visit 16/Day 6418.3 ± 10.3613.5 ± 6.80
Visit 17/Day 7117.9 ± 11.6016.5 ± 8.13
Visit 18/Day 7816.7 ± 11.3216.8 ± 9.58
SecondaryOvarian Follicular Activity Measured by the Average Diameter of the Largest Ovarian Follicle

Average diameter of largest ovarian follicle measured at Baseline, Visits 1-10, Visits 12-18 (Days 1, 5, 8, 11, 18, 22, 25, 29, 36, 43, 50, 57, 64, 71, 78)

Time frame:
Days 0, 1, 5, 8, 11, 18, 22, 25, 29, 36, 43, 50, 57, 64, 71, 78, up to 78 days
Reported as:
Mean · mm
Ovarian Follicular Activity Measured by the Average Diameter of the Largest Ovarian Follicle
mmDose Level AG1000-6.5Dose Level AG1000-12.5
Baseline14.2 ± 5.714.5 ± 5.30
Visit 1/Day 18.7 ± 3.349.0 ± 4.90
Visit 3/Day 511.8 ± 3.8511.6 ± 5.98
Visit 4/Day 814.4 ± 5.0014.5 ± 6.54
Visit 5/Day 1114.4 ± 6.2115.4 ± 7.29
Visit 7/Day 1813.7 ± 9.0816.9 ± 10.68
Visit 8/Day 2214.4 ± 9.8215.6 ± 10.14
Visit 9/Day 2512.8 ± 8.2916.8 ± 11.92
Visit 10/Day 2911.5 ± 7.5715.4 ± 10.69
Visit 12/Day 3614.4 ± 6.8816.2 ± 9.99
Visit 13/Day 4314.3 ± 8.8316.8 ± 9.04
Visit 14/Day 5014.5 ± 9.4514.8 ± 7.56
Visit 15/Day 5714.8 ± 9.8713.1 ± 6.89
Visit 16/Day 6416.6 ± 9.7011.8 ± 5.88
Visit 17/Day 7115.7 ± 10.5514.9 ± 7.45
Visit 18/Day 7814.7 ± 10.2415.1 ± 8.73
SecondaryNumber of Subjects That Possibly Ovulated (Serum Progesterone 3-10 ng/mL)

Number of subjects that possibly ovulated based on serum progesterone \> 3.0 ng/mL but \<10 ng/mL measured during Weeks 1-4, 5-8, 9-11, and Post-Treatment Week 12

Time frame:
Weeks 1-4, 5-8, 9-11, and Post-Treatment Week 12, up to 12 weeks
Reported as:
Count of participants · Participants
Number of Subjects That Possibly Ovulated (Serum Progesterone 3-10 ng/mL)
ParticipantsDose Level AG1000-6.5Dose Level AG1000-12.5
Weeks 1-41415
Weeks 5-8278
Weeks 9-11167
Post-Treatment Week 121810
SecondaryNumber of Subjects That Likely Ovulated (Serum Progesterone > 10 ng/mL)

Number of subjects that possibly ovulated based on serum progesterone \> 10 ng/mL measured during Weeks 1-4, 5-8, 9-11, and Post-Treatment Week 12

Time frame:
Weeks 1-4, 5-8, 9-11, and Post-Treatment Week 12, up to 12 weeks
Reported as:
Count of participants · Participants
Number of Subjects That Likely Ovulated (Serum Progesterone > 10 ng/mL)
ParticipantsDose Level AG1000-6.5Dose Level AG1000-12.5
Weeks 1-4299
Weeks 5-8124
Weeks 9-11126
Post-Treatment Week 1275
SecondaryBleeding Patterns Based on Number of Bleeding/Spotting Days

Bleeding and spotting days are recorded via subject diary and the number of days of bleeding and spotting are assessed during Weeks 1-4, Weeks 5-8, Weeks 5-9, and Post-Treatment Week 12

Time frame:
Weeks 1-4, Weeks 5-8, Weeks 5-9, and Post-Treatment Week 12, up to 12 Weeks
Reported as:
Mean · Number of Days
Bleeding Patterns Based on Number of Bleeding/Spotting Days
Number of DaysDose Level AG1000-6.5Dose Level AG1000-12.5
Weeks 1-47.5 ± 3.477.4 ± 3.73
Weeks 5-86.6 ± 4.539.4 ± 5.68
Weeks 9-115.1 ± 4.096.3 ± 4.71
Post-Treatment Week 122.9 ± 4.272.1 ± 2.30
SecondaryPatch Wearability Based on Skin Irritation

Patch wearability measured by patch site skin irritation at Visit 4, Visit 6, Visit 8, Visit 10, Visits 12-18 (Days 8, 15, 22, 29, 36, 43, 50, 57, 64, 71, 78) based on the following criteria: None= No irritation or barely perceptible/spotty erythema; Mild= Mild erythema covering approximately \<50% of the application site; Moderate = Moderate erythema covering approximately \>=50% of the application site, possible presence of mild edema; Significant = Severe erythema, possible edema, vesiculation, bullae and/or ulceration.

Time frame:
Days 8, 15, 22, 29, 36, 43, 50, 57, 64, 71, 78, up to 78 days
Reported as:
Count of participants · Participants
Patch Wearability Based on Skin Irritation
ParticipantsDose Level AG1000-6.5Dose Level AG1000-12.5
Visit 4/Day 8: None5547
Visit 4/Day 8: Mild59
Visit 4/Day 8: Moderate02
Visit 4/Day 8: Significant00
Visit 6/Day 15: None5042
Visit 6/Day 15: Mild713
Visit 6/Day 15: Moderate11
Visit 6/Day 15: Significant00
Visit 8/Day 22: None5345
Visit 8/Day 22: Mild67
Visit 8/Day 22: Moderate03
Visit 8/Day 22: Significant00
Visit 10/Day 29: None5242
Visit 10/Day 29: Mild59
Visit 10/Day 29: Moderate13
Visit 10/Day 29: Significant00
Visit 12/Day 36: None5338
Visit 12/Day 36: Mild515
Visit 12/Day 36: Moderate11
Visit 12/Day 36: Significant00
Visit 13/Day 43: None4837
Visit 13/Day 43: Mild814
Visit 13/Day 43: Moderate11
Visit 13/Day 43: Significant00
Visit 14/Day 50: None5339
Visit 14/Day 50: Mild210
Visit 14/Day 50: Moderate21
Visit 14/Day 50: Significant00
Visit 15/Day 57: None5036
Visit 15/Day 57: Mild610
Visit 15/Day 57: Moderate13
Visit 15/Day 57: Significant00
Visit 16/Day 64: None4539
Visit 16/Day 64: Mild118
Visit 16/Day 64: Moderate02
Visit 16/Day 64: Significant00
Visit 17/Day 71: None5139
Visit 17/Day 71: Mild46
Visit 17/Day 71: Moderate23
Visit 17/Day 71: Significant01
Visit 18/Day 78: None5340
Visit 18/Day 78: Mild36
Visit 18/Day 78: Moderate01
Visit 18/Day 78: Significant01

Adverse events

Non-serious events are listed at a 5% frequency threshold.

Adverse event summary by group
GroupDeathsSeriousOther
Dose Level AG1000-6.50/61 (0%)0/61 (0%)53/61 (86.9%)
Dose Level AG1000-12.50/60 (0%)1/60 (1.7%)58/60 (96.7%)
Most frequent serious events
Most frequent serious events
EventDose Level AG1000-6.5Dose Level AG1000-12.5
Retinal Vein OcclusionEye disorders0/611/60
Most frequent other events
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Most frequent other events
EventDose Level AG1000-6.5Dose Level AG1000-12.5
HeadacheNervous system disorders19/6124/60
Application site irritationGeneral disorders12/6121/60
Skin irritationSkin and subcutaneous tissue disorders16/6120/60
Vaginal haemorrhageReproductive system and breast disorders7/6110/60
Upper respiratory tract infectionInfections and infestations7/618/60
Menstruation irregularReproductive system and breast disorders5/617/60
NasopharyngitisInfections and infestations4/616/60
Breast tendernessReproductive system and breast disorders6/613/60
NauseaGastrointestinal disorders5/615/60
Oropharyngeal painRespiratory, thoracic and mediastinal disorders5/611/60

Baseline characteristics

Age, Categorical
Age, Categorical(Participants)Dose Level AG1000-6.5Dose Level AG1000-12.5Total
<=18 years000
Between 18 and 65 years6160121
>=65 years000
Age, Continuous
Age, Continuous(years)Dose Level AG1000-6.5Dose Level AG1000-12.5Total
Mean30.9 ± 5.9231.0 ± 7.2230.9 ± 6.57
Sex: Female, Male
Sex: Female, Male(Participants)Dose Level AG1000-6.5Dose Level AG1000-12.5Total
Female6160121
Male000
Region of Enrollment
Region of Enrollment(participants)Dose Level AG1000-6.5Dose Level AG1000-12.5Total
United States6160121
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Study locations

6 sites
  • University of Colorado - Adv. Repro. Med.
    Aurora, Colorado 80045, United States
  • Columbia University
    New York, New York 10032, United States
  • University of Cincinnati College of Medicine
    Cincinnati, Ohio 45267, United States
  • Oregon Health Sciences University
    Portland, Oregon 97239, United States
  • University of Pennsylvania Medical Center
    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19104, United States
  • Magee-Womens Hospital
    Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15213, United States
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Registry details

Key details

Study ID
NCT01166412
Lead sponsor
Premier Research
Collaborators
Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD)
Responsible party
Sponsor
First posted
Jul 21, 2010
Start date
Dec 2010
Primary completion
Jul 2012
Completion
Jul 2012
Results posted
Jan 7, 2026
Last update
Jan 7, 2026

Oversight

Data monitoring committee
Yes
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