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An Open Label Study of LMI070 (Branaplam) in Type 1 Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)

A Phase 1/2 interventional study of branaplam in Spinal Muscular Atrophy, sponsored by Novartis Pharmaceuticals. Completed at 14 sites in 7 countries. Open to participants aged 28 Days to 182 Days. Per ClinicalTrials.gov, last updated 2025-04-09.

Sponsored by Novartis Pharmaceuticals · Phase 1/2, Interventional, and Treatment

Phase
Phase 1/2
Study type
Interventional
Enrollment
40
Allocation
Not applicable
Ages
28 Days to 182 Days
Sex
All
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Study summary

An open-label, multi-part, first-in-human study of oral branaplam in infants with Type 1 spinal muscular atrophy. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the safety, tolerability, pharmacokinetics (PK), pharmacodynamics (PD) and efficacy after 13 weeks; and to estimate the Maximum Tolerated Dose (MTD) of orally administered branaplam; and to identify the dose that was safe for long term use as well as that can provide durable efficacy optimal dosing regimen in patients with Type 1 SMA.

Read the detailed description

This was an open-label, multi-part, first-in-human, proof of concept study in infants with Type 1 spinal muscular atrophy who have exactly 2 copies of SMN2, to evaluate safety, tolerability, PK, PD and efficacy of oral branaplam after 13 weeks treatment.

Parts 1,2 and 3 were intended to be non-confirmatory.

In Part 1 of the study, patients were dosed once weekly with branaplam. The branaplam dose was escalated in subsequent cohorts until MTD was determined or when sufficient PK results confirmed that the MTD could not be reached due to a potential pharmacokinetic plateau at higher doses. A decision to dose escalate the next cohort was made after safety data was collected for 14 days following the first dose (14-day DLT window). PK was used to confirm that there was no accumulation of the compound. After 13 weeks treatment, participants in part 1 could enter an extension treatment phase until they discontinued from the study or were transferred into part 3.

Part 2 of the study enrolled new patients into one 2 dose cohorts with once weekly dosing for 52 weeks. The branaplam dose was escalated in subsequent cohorts after 6 patients were enrolled and at least 3 patients from the previous cohort completed 13 weeks of treatment. After 52 weeks, patients may have continued treatment in part 3 if it was in the best interest of the patient.

Part 3, participants from part 1 and 2 who have completed at least 52 weeks of banaplam treatment were elegible to continue receiving treatment as long as in the best interest of the patient. In all cases continuation of the treatment was done at a dose selected as optimum, considering existing safety as well as efficacy data.

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Conditions studied

  • Spinal Muscular Atrophy

Keywords

  • Type 1 Spinal Muscular Atrophy
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In context

Muscular Atrophy

494 studies on the registry are indexed under Muscular Atrophy; 94 are open to participants now.

This study's enrollment of 40 is above the median of 33 across 335 interventional studies indexed under Muscular Atrophy.

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Lead sponsor

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Who can participate

Ages eligible
28 Days to 182 Days
Sexes eligible
All
Accepts healthy volunteers
No

Inclusion criteria

Common for both Parts 1 and 2:

  • Type 1 SMA, diagnosed clinically, with symptom onset \<6 months of age and genetic confirmation of mutations in both alleles of the SMN1 gene, and with SMN2 copy number of 2.
  • Best supportive care in place and stable for at least 14 days before screening.
  • Must be able to demonstrate antigravity strength in both biceps. At birth gestational age >32 weeks and body weight at birth >2 kg.
  • Must live within 2 hours drive of study center. Clearance should be obtained from the site investigator and sponsor if the patient resides more than 2 hours ground travel from the study center

Specific for Part 1

  • Age at screening between 1 and 7 months
  • Must have or agree to have placement of feeding tube for enteral access via nasogastric (NG), nasojejunal (NJ), percutaneous gastrostomy (PEG), or percutaneous jejunostomy (PEJ) tube for administration of branaplam (for patients in whom branaplam cannot be administered orally ; NG tube may be removed between doses).

Specific for Part 2

  • Age at screening between 30 and 180 days of age
  • Must have or agree to have placement of feeding tube for enteral access via nasogastric (NG), nasojejunal (NJ), percutaneous gastrostomy (PEG), or percutaneous jejunostomy (PEJ) tube for administration of branaplam (for the first administration only and for patients in whom branaplam cannot be administered orally; NG tube may be removed between doses).
  • Minimum CHOP INTEND score of 15 at baseline
  • Must be able to feed orally for all nutritional needs and be greater than the 2nd percentile for weight on the standard growth curves for the country of origin

Exclusion criteria

Exclusion Criteria:

Common for both Parts 1 and 2:

  • Neurologic, or neuromuscular conditions other than SMA.
  • Anemia, leukopenia, neutropenia or thrombocytopenia
  • Hepatic dysfunction
  • Age adjusted renal dysfunction
  • Presence of an untreated or inadequately treated active infection requiring systemic antiviral or antimicrobial therapy at any time during the screening period.
  • Presence of an untreated or inadequately treated active infection requiring systemic antiviral or antimicrobial therapy at any time during the screening period.
  • Excluding SMA, any medically unstable condition including cardiomyopathy, hepatic dysfunction, kidney disorder, endocrine disorder, GI disorders, prematurity of \<32 weeks gestation, metabolic disorders, severe respiratory compromise and significant brain abnormalities or injuries including hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy.
  • Current diagnosis of cardiac and/or vascular abnormalities or ECG abnormalities
  • Acute or ongoing medical condition that, according to the Site Investigator and discussed with sponsor, would interfere with the conduct and assessments of the study. Examples are medical disability other than SMA that would interfere with the assessment of safety or would compromise the ability of the subject to undergo study procedures including be assessed by CHOP INTEND motor scale, changes in hematologic parameters or gastrointestinal dysfunction that would compromise the ability of adequate assessment of safety

Specific for Part 1

  • Use of other investigational drugs within 14 days.
  • Intractable seizure disorder (other than inactive febrile seizures).
  • Persistent (in the opinion of the Investigator) hypoxemia (O2 saturation awake \<92% or O2 saturation asleep \<91%, without ventilation support) or requiring oral suctioning >2 per day, or presence of a tracheostomy.

Specific for Part 2

  • Use of nusinersen or gene transfer at any time or other investigational drugs within 14 days.
  • Intractable epilepsy
  • Persistent (in the opinion of the Investigator) hypoxemia (O2 saturation awake \<92% or O2 saturation asleep \<91%, without ventilation support), or presence of a tracheostomy.
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Study design

Phase
Phase 1 / Phase 2
Primary purpose
Treatment
Allocation
Not applicable
Intervention model
Single group
Masking
None (open label)
Enrollment
40 participants (actual)

Study arms

  • Experimental
    branaplam

    branaplam Treatment

    Drug: branaplam

Interventions

  • Drugbranaplam
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What researchers measure

Primary outcomes

  1. Number of Participants With Dose Limiting Toxicities (DLT) in Part 1 - Safety Analysis Set (SAS)

    A DLT is defined as an adverse event or abnormal laboratory value assessed as unrelated to disease, disease progression, inter-current illness, or concomitant therapies that occurs within the first 14 days of treatment with LMI070 and meets any of the criteria for blood and lymphatic system disorders, gastrointestinal disorders, investigations and other toxicities considered clinically significant.

    Time frame: Baseline up to 2 weeks for Part 1

  2. Number of Participants With Treatment Emergent Adverse Events (TEAEs), Serious Adverse Events and Deaths- SAS

    TEAEs are defined as adverse events starting on or after the first dose of study treatment that were absent pre-treatment, or events present prior to the first dose but increased in severity after the first dose. Adverse events were reported from first dose of study treatment until end of study treatment plus 30 days post last treatment.

    Time frame: Baseline up to approximately 83 months

Secondary outcomes

  1. Summary of Plasma Pharmacokinetic (PK) Parameter Area Under the Curve (AUCinf) After a Single Dose - Part 1 - Pharmacokinetics Analysis Set (PAS)

    The area under the plasma (or serum or blood) concentration-time curve from time zero to infinity \[mass x time / volume\]

    Time frame: from 0 h to 168 h after first/single dose

  2. Summary of Plasma Pharmacokinetic (PK) Parameter Area Under the Curve (AUCinf) for All Observation Periods - Part 1 - PAS

    The area under the plasma (or serum or blood) concentration-time curve from time zero to infinity \[mass x time / volume\] for all observations. AUC values used for comparison are combined from AUCinf values after single dose and AUC 0-168h values after repeated administration.

    Time frame: from 0 h to 168 h after first/single dose

  3. Summary of Plasma Pharmacokinetic (PK) Parameter Cmax After a Single Dose - Part 1 - PAS

    The observed maximum plasma concentration following drug administration \[mass / volume).

    Time frame: from 0 h to 168 h after first/single dose

  4. Summary of Plasma Pharmacokinetic (PK) Parameter Cmax for All Observation Periods - Part 1 - PAS

    The observed maximum plasma (or serum or blood) concentration following drug administration \[mass / volume

    Time frame: from 0 h to 168 h after first/single dose

  5. Summary of Plasma Pharmacokinetic (PK) Parameter Area Under the Curve (AUC) After a Single Dose - Part 2 - PAS

    The area under the plasma (or serum or blood) concentration-time curve from time zero to infinity \[mass x time / volume)

    Time frame: from 0 h to 168 h after first/single dose

  6. Summary of Plasma Pharmacokinetic (PK) Parameter Area Under the Curve (AUC) for All Observation Periods - Part 2 - PAS

    The area under the plasma (or serum or blood) concentration-time curve from time zero to infinity \[mass x time / volume). AUC values used for comparison are combined from AUCinf values after single dose and AUC0-168h values after repeated administration.

    Time frame: from 0 h to 168 h after first/single dose

  7. Summary of Plasma Pharmacokinetic (PK) Parameter Cmax for a Single Dose - Part 2 - PAS

    The observed maximum plasma (or serum or blood) concentration following drug administration \[mass / volume)

    Time frame: from 0 h to 168 h after first/single dose

  8. Summary of Plasma Pharmacokinetic (PK) Parameter Cmax for All Observation Periods - Part 2 - PAS

    The observed maximum plasma (or serum or blood) concentration following drug administration \[mass / volume)

    Time frame: from 0 h to 168 h after first/single dose

  9. Change From Baseline in Growth Parameters: Chest Circumference, Head Circumference and Body Length - Full Analysis Set (FAS)

    The effect of branaplam on growth parameters: Length (measured from the top of the head to the sole of the foot), Head circumference and Chest circumference (measured across nipple line). Mean change from baseline in cm is presented In alignment with the study objectives and protocol defined analyses, secondary efficacy endpoints were analyzed according to the treatment group that participants were assigned at baseline (Part 1\&3 and Part 2\&3) irrespective of study dose or route of administration.

    Time frame: Baseline, Week 52 and Month 6 of Part 3

  10. Change From Baseline in Growth Parameter: Body Weight - FAS

    The effect of Branaplam on body weight in Kg was measured using a weight scale. Mean change from baseline in Kg is presented In alignment with the study objectives and protocol defined analyses, secondary efficacy endpoints were analyzed according to the treatment group that participants were assigned at baseline (Part 1\&3 and Part 2\&3) irrespective of study dose or route of administration.

    Time frame: Baseline, Week 52 and Month 6 of Part 3

  11. Change From Baseline in Respiratory Function: Pulse Oximetry - FAS

    The effect of branaplam on pulse oximetry in percentage of oxygen saturation was evaluated using a probe that measures oxygen in the blood. Mean change from baseline in percentage of oxygen saturation is reported. Negative numbers indicate a decrease from baseline In alignment with the study objectives and protocol defined analyses, secondary efficacy endpoints were analyzed according to the treatment group that participants were assigned at baseline (Part 1\&3 and Part 2\&3) irrespective of study dose or route of administration.

    Time frame: Baseline, Week 52 and Month 6 of Part 3

  12. Change From Baseline in Respiratory Function: Respiratory Rate - FAS

    The effect of branaplam on respiratory rate was evaluated by counting the number of breaths for one minute. Mean change from baseline in breaths per minute is reported" In alignment with the study objectives and protocol defined analyses, secondary efficacy endpoints were analyzed according to the treatment group that participants were assigned at baseline (Part 1\&3 and Part 2\&3) irrespective of study dose or route of administration.

    Time frame: Baseline, Week 52 and Month 6 of Part 3

  13. Number of Participants With Presence of Paradoxical Breathing - FAS

    A paradoxical breathing occurs when one compartment moves out of phase compared to another one. In SMA type I, paradoxical breathing is often a sign of breathing problems where the pulmonary ribcage moves inward during inspiration rather than outward while the abdomen expands. In alignment with the study objectives and protocol defined analyses, secondary efficacy endpoints were analyzed according to the treatment group that participants were assigned at baseline (Part 1\&3 and Part 2\&3) irrespective of study dose or route of administration.

    Time frame: Baseline, Week 52 and Month 6 of Part 3

  14. Change From Baseline in Respiratory Function: Chest Circumference During Quiet Breathing - End of Inspiration and Expiration - FAS

    The effect of branaplam on respiratory status was evaluated by measuring the circumference of the ribcage while taking a breathe in and out while quiet or sleeping. In alignment with the study objectives and protocol defined analyses, secondary efficacy endpoints were analyzed according to the treatment group that participants were assigned at baseline (Part 1\&3 and Part 2\&3) irrespective of study dose or route of administration.

    Time frame: Baseline, Week 52 and Month 6 of Part 3

  15. Summary of CHOP INTEND Total Score - Parts 1 and 3 and Parts 2 and 3 - FAS

    CHOP INTEND is a motor test measure for SMA Type 1 and similarly weak infants with neuromuscular disease. The CHOP INTEND provides a useful measure of motor skills and strength in this population. It is a 16 item, 64 point scale. Each item (motor skill) is given a score from zero to 4: zero indicates can't complete the movement, 1 to 3 indicates partial performance and a 4 indicates person can complete the movement on their own without assistance. These scores are added up to a possible total score of 64 and higher scores indicate better outcomes. In alignment with the study objectives and protocol defined analyses, secondary efficacy endpoints were analyzed according to the treatment group that participants were assigned at baseline (Part 1\&3 and Part 2\&3) irrespective of study dose or route of administration.

    Time frame: Baseline, Week 52 and Month 6 of Part 3

  16. Number of Participants Fed Orally or by Feeding Tube for Parts 1 and 3 and Parts 2 and 3 - FAS

    To evaluate the efficacy of branaplam on preservation of oral feeding In alignment with the study objectives and protocol defined analyses, secondary efficacy endpoints were analyzed according to the treatment group that participants were assigned at baseline (Part 1\&3 and Part 2\&3) irrespective of study dose or route of administration.

    Time frame: Baseline up Week 78

  17. Number of Participants and HINE Motor Subscale Milestones (Ability to Sit, Stand or Walk Without Support) - FAS

    HINE Section 2 is a standardized evaluation of motor function. It evaluates 8 items; grasp, head control, kicking, rolling over, sitting up, crawling, standing and walking. Motor skills are assigned a score of 0 to 3 to 5 points and zero means the child lacks that motor skill. The maximum score is 26 which is dependent on age, level of development and severity of disease. A higher score is a better outcome. This assessment was added with amendment 6, therefore no baseline was available. In alignment with the study objectives and protocol defined analyses, secondary efficacy endpoints were analyzed according to the treatment group that participants were assigned at baseline (Part 1\&3 and Part 2\&3) irrespective of study dose or route of administration.

    Time frame: Week 52 and Month 6 of Part 3

  18. Summary of Hammersmith Infant Neurologic Examination Section 2 (HINE-2) - FAS

    HINE Section 2 is a standardized evaluation of motor function. It evaluates 8 items; grasp, head control, kicking, rolling over, sitting up, crawling, standing and walking. Motor skills are assigned a score of 0 to 3 to 5 points and zero means the child lacks that motor skill. The maximum score is 26 which is dependent on age, level of development and severity of disease. A higher score is a better outcome. This assessment was added with amendment 6, therefore no baseline was available. In alignment with the study objectives and protocol defined analyses, secondary efficacy endpoints were analyzed according to the treatment group that participants were assigned at baseline (Part 1\&3 and Part 2\&3) irrespective of study dose or route of administration.

    Time frame: Week 52 and Month 6 of Part 3

  19. Ventilation Use for Parts 1 and 3 and Parts 2 and 3 - FAS

    BiBAP (bilevel positive airway pressure) ventilation is a 2 level breathing support which has a tube that connects to a mask. It provides a different level of air pressure for inhalation vs. exhalation, whereas a CPAP (continuous positive airway pressure) only pumps one level of air pressure but is also non-invasiive. Invasive ventilation is delivered via an endotracheal or tracheostomy tube. In alignment with the study objectives and protocol defined analyses, secondary efficacy endpoints were analyzed according to the treatment group that participants were assigned at baseline (Part 1\&3 and Part 2\&3) irrespective of study dose or route of administration.

    Time frame: Baseline up to 82 months

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Results

Posted Apr 9, 2025
Limitations and caveats
In alignment with the study objectives, safety and tolerability of branaplam irrespective of the dose, and protocol defined analyses, secondary efficacy endpoints were analyzed according to the treatment group that participants were assigned at baseline (Part 1\&3 and Part 2\&3) irrespective of study dose or route of administration. The fact that no dose limiting toxicity was observed in any of the doses and the lack of evidence for dose dependent safety findings further supports this strategy.

Participant flow

Part 1
Participant flow — Part 1
MilestonePart 1 LMI070 6mg/m2Part 1 LMI070 12mg/m2Part 1 LMI070 24mg/m2Part 1 LMI070 48mg/m2Part 1 LMI070 60mg/m2Part 2 LMI070 0.625 mg/kgPart 2 LMI070 2.5 mg/kg
Started2224300
Completed1111300
Not completed1113000
Withdrew: Death1112000
Withdrew: Subject/guardian decision0001000
Part 2
Participant flow — Part 2
MilestonePart 1 LMI070 6mg/m2Part 1 LMI070 12mg/m2Part 1 LMI070 24mg/m2Part 1 LMI070 48mg/m2Part 1 LMI070 60mg/m2Part 2 LMI070 0.625 mg/kgPart 2 LMI070 2.5 mg/kg
Started000001015
Completed000001012
Not completed0000003
Withdrew: Death0000002
Withdrew: Subject/guardian decision0000001
Part 3 Extension
Participant flow — Part 3 Extension
MilestonePart 1 LMI070 6mg/m2Part 1 LMI070 12mg/m2Part 1 LMI070 24mg/m2Part 1 LMI070 48mg/m2Part 1 LMI070 60mg/m2Part 2 LMI070 0.625 mg/kgPart 2 LMI070 2.5 mg/kg
Started111131012
Completed0000000
Not completed111131012
Withdrew: Death0111110
Withdrew: Early termination of trial10002911
Withdrew: Subject/guardian decision0000001

Outcome measures

PrimaryNumber of Participants With Dose Limiting Toxicities (DLT) in Part 1 - Safety Analysis Set (SAS)

A DLT is defined as an adverse event or abnormal laboratory value assessed as unrelated to disease, disease progression, inter-current illness, or concomitant therapies that occurs within the first 14 days of treatment with LMI070 and meets any of the criteria for blood and lymphatic system disorders, gastrointestinal disorders, investigations and other toxicities considered clinically significant.

Time frame:
Baseline up to 2 weeks for Part 1
Reported as:
Number · Participants
Number of Participants With Dose Limiting Toxicities (DLT) in Part 1 - Safety Analysis Set (SAS)
ParticipantsPart 1 LMI070 6mg/m2Part 1 LMI070 12mg/m2Part 1 LMI070 24mg/m2Part 1 LMI070 48mg/m2Part 1 LMI070 60mg/m2
Number of Participants With Dose Limiting Toxicities (DLT) in Part 1 - Safety Analysis Set (SAS)00000
PrimaryNumber of Participants With Treatment Emergent Adverse Events (TEAEs), Serious Adverse Events and Deaths- SAS

TEAEs are defined as adverse events starting on or after the first dose of study treatment that were absent pre-treatment, or events present prior to the first dose but increased in severity after the first dose. Adverse events were reported from first dose of study treatment until end of study treatment plus 30 days post last treatment.

Time frame:
Baseline up to approximately 83 months
Reported as:
Count of participants · Participants
Number of Participants With Treatment Emergent Adverse Events (TEAEs), Serious Adverse Events and Deaths- SAS
ParticipantsPart 1 LMI070 6mg/m2Part 1 LMI070 12mg/m2Part 1 LMI070 24mg/m2Part 1 LMI070 48mg/m2Part 1 LMI070 60mg/m2Part 2 LMI070 0.625 mg/kgPart 2 LMI070 2.5 mg/kg
Participants with adverse events222431015
Participants with serious adverse events22243811
Deaths1223112
SecondarySummary of Plasma Pharmacokinetic (PK) Parameter Area Under the Curve (AUCinf) After a Single Dose - Part 1 - Pharmacokinetics Analysis Set (PAS)

The area under the plasma (or serum or blood) concentration-time curve from time zero to infinity \[mass x time / volume\]

Time frame:
from 0 h to 168 h after first/single dose
Reported as:
Mean · h*ng/mL
Summary of Plasma Pharmacokinetic (PK) Parameter Area Under the Curve (AUCinf) After a Single Dose - Part 1 - Pharmacokinetics Analysis Set (PAS)
h*ng/mLPart 1 LMI070 Overall
0.321 mg/kg - Actual378 ± 31.9
0.654 mg/kg - Actual892 ± 12.3
1.39 mg/kg - Actual1820
2.49 mg/kg - Actual3310 ± 1340
2.94 mg/kg - Actual3800 ± 1590
SecondarySummary of Plasma Pharmacokinetic (PK) Parameter Area Under the Curve (AUCinf) for All Observation Periods - Part 1 - PAS

The area under the plasma (or serum or blood) concentration-time curve from time zero to infinity \[mass x time / volume\] for all observations. AUC values used for comparison are combined from AUCinf values after single dose and AUC 0-168h values after repeated administration.

Time frame:
from 0 h to 168 h after first/single dose
Reported as:
Mean · h*ng/mL
Summary of Plasma Pharmacokinetic (PK) Parameter Area Under the Curve (AUCinf) for All Observation Periods - Part 1 - PAS
h*ng/mLPart 1 LMI070 Overall
0.299 mg/kg - Actual413 ± 98.3
0.644 mg/kg - Actual761 ± 170
1.30 mg/kg - Actual1340 ± 381
2.52 mg/kg - Actual3310 ± 850
2.95 mg/kg - Actual4210 ± 1030
SecondarySummary of Plasma Pharmacokinetic (PK) Parameter Cmax After a Single Dose - Part 1 - PAS

The observed maximum plasma concentration following drug administration \[mass / volume).

Time frame:
from 0 h to 168 h after first/single dose
Reported as:
Mean · ng/mL
Summary of Plasma Pharmacokinetic (PK) Parameter Cmax After a Single Dose - Part 1 - PAS
ng/mLPart 1 LMI070 Overall
0.321 mg/kg - Actual9.10 ± 1.22
0.654 mg/kg - Actual18.6 ± 1.63
1.39 mg/kg - Actual55.6
2.49 mg/kg - Actual53.2 ± 9.50
2.94 mg/kg - Actual72.4 ± 16.7
SecondarySummary of Plasma Pharmacokinetic (PK) Parameter Cmax for All Observation Periods - Part 1 - PAS

The observed maximum plasma (or serum or blood) concentration following drug administration \[mass / volume

Time frame:
from 0 h to 168 h after first/single dose
Reported as:
Mean · ng/mL
Summary of Plasma Pharmacokinetic (PK) Parameter Cmax for All Observation Periods - Part 1 - PAS
ng/mLPart 1 LMI070 Overall
0.299 mg/kg - Actual8.84 ± 3.58
0.644 mg/kg - Actual15.3 ± 4.10
1.30 mg/kg - Actual37.8 ± 12.8
2.51 mg/kg - Actual69.1 ± 15.7
2.95 mg/kg - Actual96.5 ± 32.7
SecondarySummary of Plasma Pharmacokinetic (PK) Parameter Area Under the Curve (AUC) After a Single Dose - Part 2 - PAS

The area under the plasma (or serum or blood) concentration-time curve from time zero to infinity \[mass x time / volume)

Time frame:
from 0 h to 168 h after first/single dose
Reported as:
Mean · h*ng/mL
Summary of Plasma Pharmacokinetic (PK) Parameter Area Under the Curve (AUC) After a Single Dose - Part 2 - PAS
h*ng/mLPart 2 LMI070 0.625 mg/kgPart 2 LMI070 2.5 mg/kg
Summary of Plasma Pharmacokinetic (PK) Parameter Area Under the Curve (AUC) After a Single Dose - Part 2 - PAS1150 ± 3574060 ± 734
SecondarySummary of Plasma Pharmacokinetic (PK) Parameter Area Under the Curve (AUC) for All Observation Periods - Part 2 - PAS

The area under the plasma (or serum or blood) concentration-time curve from time zero to infinity \[mass x time / volume). AUC values used for comparison are combined from AUCinf values after single dose and AUC0-168h values after repeated administration.

Time frame:
from 0 h to 168 h after first/single dose
Reported as:
Mean · h*ng/mL
Summary of Plasma Pharmacokinetic (PK) Parameter Area Under the Curve (AUC) for All Observation Periods - Part 2 - PAS
h*ng/mLPart 2 LMI070 0.625 mg/kgPart 2 LMI070 2.5 mg/kg
Summary of Plasma Pharmacokinetic (PK) Parameter Area Under the Curve (AUC) for All Observation Periods - Part 2 - PAS1020 ± 2783470 ± 909
SecondarySummary of Plasma Pharmacokinetic (PK) Parameter Cmax for a Single Dose - Part 2 - PAS

The observed maximum plasma (or serum or blood) concentration following drug administration \[mass / volume)

Time frame:
from 0 h to 168 h after first/single dose
Reported as:
Mean · ng/mL
Summary of Plasma Pharmacokinetic (PK) Parameter Cmax for a Single Dose - Part 2 - PAS
ng/mLPart 2 LMI070 0.625 mg/kgPart 2 LMI070 2.5 mg/kg
Summary of Plasma Pharmacokinetic (PK) Parameter Cmax for a Single Dose - Part 2 - PAS22.0 ± 5.7082.0 ± 22.5
SecondarySummary of Plasma Pharmacokinetic (PK) Parameter Cmax for All Observation Periods - Part 2 - PAS

The observed maximum plasma (or serum or blood) concentration following drug administration \[mass / volume)

Time frame:
from 0 h to 168 h after first/single dose
Reported as:
Mean · ng/mL
Summary of Plasma Pharmacokinetic (PK) Parameter Cmax for All Observation Periods - Part 2 - PAS
ng/mLPart 2 LMI070 0.625 mg/kgPart 2 LMI070 2.5 mg/kg
Summary of Plasma Pharmacokinetic (PK) Parameter Cmax for All Observation Periods - Part 2 - PAS21.7 ± 5.7177.4 ± 27.5
SecondaryChange From Baseline in Growth Parameters: Chest Circumference, Head Circumference and Body Length - Full Analysis Set (FAS)

The effect of branaplam on growth parameters: Length (measured from the top of the head to the sole of the foot), Head circumference and Chest circumference (measured across nipple line). Mean change from baseline in cm is presented In alignment with the study objectives and protocol defined analyses, secondary efficacy endpoints were analyzed according to the treatment group that participants were assigned at baseline (Part 1\&3 and Part 2\&3) irrespective of study dose or route of administration.

Time frame:
Baseline, Week 52 and Month 6 of Part 3
Reported as:
Mean · cm
Change From Baseline in Growth Parameters: Chest Circumference, Head Circumference and Body Length - Full Analysis Set (FAS)
cmParts 1 & 3 OverallParts 2 & 3 Overall
Chest - Week 524.68 ± 2.47695.656 ± 3.0167
Chest - P3 Month 614.750 ± 05488.582 ± 2.7423
Head -Week 525.030 ± 1.12355.111 ± 1.3407
Head -P3 Month 69.717 ± 1.87666.359 ± 1.2971
Length - Week 5216.950 ± 3.782516.942 ± 4.5806
Length - P3 Month 652.140 ± 9.876622.944 ± 3.7686
SecondaryChange From Baseline in Growth Parameter: Body Weight - FAS

The effect of Branaplam on body weight in Kg was measured using a weight scale. Mean change from baseline in Kg is presented In alignment with the study objectives and protocol defined analyses, secondary efficacy endpoints were analyzed according to the treatment group that participants were assigned at baseline (Part 1\&3 and Part 2\&3) irrespective of study dose or route of administration.

Time frame:
Baseline, Week 52 and Month 6 of Part 3
Reported as:
Mean · kg
Change From Baseline in Growth Parameter: Body Weight - FAS
kgParts 1 & 3 OverallParts 2 & 3 Overall
Week 522.739 ± 1.35453.145 ± 1.5089
P3 Month 69.546 ± 3.50694.402 ± 1.3250
SecondaryChange From Baseline in Respiratory Function: Pulse Oximetry - FAS

The effect of branaplam on pulse oximetry in percentage of oxygen saturation was evaluated using a probe that measures oxygen in the blood. Mean change from baseline in percentage of oxygen saturation is reported. Negative numbers indicate a decrease from baseline In alignment with the study objectives and protocol defined analyses, secondary efficacy endpoints were analyzed according to the treatment group that participants were assigned at baseline (Part 1\&3 and Part 2\&3) irrespective of study dose or route of administration.

Time frame:
Baseline, Week 52 and Month 6 of Part 3
Reported as:
Mean · percentage
Change From Baseline in Respiratory Function: Pulse Oximetry - FAS
percentageParts 1 & 3 OverallParts 2 & 3 Overall
Week 52-0.8 ± 2.59-0.1 ± 1.56
P3 Month 6-0.7 ± 2.580.0 ± 1.83
SecondaryChange From Baseline in Respiratory Function: Respiratory Rate - FAS

The effect of branaplam on respiratory rate was evaluated by counting the number of breaths for one minute. Mean change from baseline in breaths per minute is reported" In alignment with the study objectives and protocol defined analyses, secondary efficacy endpoints were analyzed according to the treatment group that participants were assigned at baseline (Part 1\&3 and Part 2\&3) irrespective of study dose or route of administration.

Time frame:
Baseline, Week 52 and Month 6 of Part 3
Reported as:
Mean · breaths per minute
Change From Baseline in Respiratory Function: Respiratory Rate - FAS
breaths per minuteParts 1 & 3 OverallParts 2 & 3 Overall
Week 5241.3 ± 7.5740.5 ± 13.46
P3 Month 629.2 ± 6.5937.2 ± 8.95
SecondaryNumber of Participants With Presence of Paradoxical Breathing - FAS

A paradoxical breathing occurs when one compartment moves out of phase compared to another one. In SMA type I, paradoxical breathing is often a sign of breathing problems where the pulmonary ribcage moves inward during inspiration rather than outward while the abdomen expands. In alignment with the study objectives and protocol defined analyses, secondary efficacy endpoints were analyzed according to the treatment group that participants were assigned at baseline (Part 1\&3 and Part 2\&3) irrespective of study dose or route of administration.

Time frame:
Baseline, Week 52 and Month 6 of Part 3
Reported as:
Count of participants · Participants
Number of Participants With Presence of Paradoxical Breathing - FAS
ParticipantsParts 1 & 3 OverallParts 2 & 3 Overall
Week 52515
P3 Month 6414
SecondaryChange From Baseline in Respiratory Function: Chest Circumference During Quiet Breathing - End of Inspiration and Expiration - FAS

The effect of branaplam on respiratory status was evaluated by measuring the circumference of the ribcage while taking a breathe in and out while quiet or sleeping. In alignment with the study objectives and protocol defined analyses, secondary efficacy endpoints were analyzed according to the treatment group that participants were assigned at baseline (Part 1\&3 and Part 2\&3) irrespective of study dose or route of administration.

Time frame:
Baseline, Week 52 and Month 6 of Part 3
Reported as:
Mean · cm
Change From Baseline in Respiratory Function: Chest Circumference During Quiet Breathing - End of Inspiration and Expiration - FAS
cmParts 1 & 3 OverallParts 2 & 3 Overall
Week 52 - end of inspiration—5.964 ± 3.6345
P3 Month 6 - end of inspiration—8.535 ± 3.3083
Week 52 - end of expiration—6.033 ± 3.9466
P3 Month 6 - end of expiration—9.147 ± 3.5755
SecondarySummary of CHOP INTEND Total Score - Parts 1 and 3 and Parts 2 and 3 - FAS

CHOP INTEND is a motor test measure for SMA Type 1 and similarly weak infants with neuromuscular disease. The CHOP INTEND provides a useful measure of motor skills and strength in this population. It is a 16 item, 64 point scale. Each item (motor skill) is given a score from zero to 4: zero indicates can't complete the movement, 1 to 3 indicates partial performance and a 4 indicates person can complete the movement on their own without assistance. These scores are added up to a possible total score of 64 and higher scores indicate better outcomes. In alignment with the study objectives and protocol defined analyses, secondary efficacy endpoints were analyzed according to the treatment group that participants were assigned at baseline (Part 1\&3 and Part 2\&3) irrespective of study dose or route of administration.

Time frame:
Baseline, Week 52 and Month 6 of Part 3
Reported as:
Mean · scores on a scale
Summary of CHOP INTEND Total Score - Parts 1 and 3 and Parts 2 and 3 - FAS
scores on a scaleParts 1 & 3 OverallParts 2 & 3 Overall
Week 5238.1 ± 8.6943.6 ± 6.79
Part 3, Month 626.044.7 ± 8.73
SecondaryNumber of Participants Fed Orally or by Feeding Tube for Parts 1 and 3 and Parts 2 and 3 - FAS

To evaluate the efficacy of branaplam on preservation of oral feeding In alignment with the study objectives and protocol defined analyses, secondary efficacy endpoints were analyzed according to the treatment group that participants were assigned at baseline (Part 1\&3 and Part 2\&3) irrespective of study dose or route of administration.

Time frame:
Baseline up Week 78
Reported as:
Number · participants
Number of Participants Fed Orally or by Feeding Tube for Parts 1 and 3 and Parts 2 and 3 - FAS
participantsParts 1 & 3 OverallParts 2 & 3 Overall
Only exclusively orally fed318
Only exclusively tube fed00
Started on orally fed, switched to tube fed02
Started on tube fed, switched to orally fed00
Other (mixture of both tube and oral feeding)85
SecondaryNumber of Participants and HINE Motor Subscale Milestones (Ability to Sit, Stand or Walk Without Support) - FAS

HINE Section 2 is a standardized evaluation of motor function. It evaluates 8 items; grasp, head control, kicking, rolling over, sitting up, crawling, standing and walking. Motor skills are assigned a score of 0 to 3 to 5 points and zero means the child lacks that motor skill. The maximum score is 26 which is dependent on age, level of development and severity of disease. A higher score is a better outcome. This assessment was added with amendment 6, therefore no baseline was available. In alignment with the study objectives and protocol defined analyses, secondary efficacy endpoints were analyzed according to the treatment group that participants were assigned at baseline (Part 1\&3 and Part 2\&3) irrespective of study dose or route of administration.

Time frame:
Week 52 and Month 6 of Part 3
Reported as:
Number · participants
Number of Participants and HINE Motor Subscale Milestones (Ability to Sit, Stand or Walk Without Support) - FAS
participantsParts 1 & 3 OverallParts 2 & 3 Overall
Week 52 Sitting - Stable independent sit or Pivots (rotates)11
Week 52 Standing - Supports weight02
Week 52: Walking - Makes any attempt (i.e., bounces)01
Part 3, Month 6: Sitting - Stable independent sit or Pivots (rotates)04
Part 3, Month 6: Standing - Supports weight05
Part 3, Month 6: Walking - Makes any attempt (i.e., bounces)02
SecondarySummary of Hammersmith Infant Neurologic Examination Section 2 (HINE-2) - FAS

HINE Section 2 is a standardized evaluation of motor function. It evaluates 8 items; grasp, head control, kicking, rolling over, sitting up, crawling, standing and walking. Motor skills are assigned a score of 0 to 3 to 5 points and zero means the child lacks that motor skill. The maximum score is 26 which is dependent on age, level of development and severity of disease. A higher score is a better outcome. This assessment was added with amendment 6, therefore no baseline was available. In alignment with the study objectives and protocol defined analyses, secondary efficacy endpoints were analyzed according to the treatment group that participants were assigned at baseline (Part 1\&3 and Part 2\&3) irrespective of study dose or route of administration.

Time frame:
Week 52 and Month 6 of Part 3
Reported as:
Mean · total scores
Summary of Hammersmith Infant Neurologic Examination Section 2 (HINE-2) - FAS
total scoresParts 1 & 3 OverallParts 2 & 3 Overall
Week 523.3 ± 2.314.9 ± 3.44
Part 3 Month 63.0 ± 2.127.7 ± 4.82
SecondaryVentilation Use for Parts 1 and 3 and Parts 2 and 3 - FAS

BiBAP (bilevel positive airway pressure) ventilation is a 2 level breathing support which has a tube that connects to a mask. It provides a different level of air pressure for inhalation vs. exhalation, whereas a CPAP (continuous positive airway pressure) only pumps one level of air pressure but is also non-invasiive. Invasive ventilation is delivered via an endotracheal or tracheostomy tube. In alignment with the study objectives and protocol defined analyses, secondary efficacy endpoints were analyzed according to the treatment group that participants were assigned at baseline (Part 1\&3 and Part 2\&3) irrespective of study dose or route of administration.

Time frame:
Baseline up to 82 months
Reported as:
Number · participants
Ventilation Use for Parts 1 and 3 and Parts 2 and 3 - FAS
participantsParts 1 & 3 OverallParts 2 & 3 Overall
Non-invasive ventilation - BiPAP918
Non-invasive ventilation - CPAP32
Invasive ventilation45

Adverse events

Collected over Adverse events were reported from first dose of study treatment until end of study treatment plus 30 days post last treatment up a maximum of 83 months.. Non-serious events are listed at a 5% frequency threshold.

Adverse event summary by group
GroupDeathsSeriousOther
Part 1 LMI070 6mg/m21/2 (50%)2/2 (100%)2/2 (100%)
Part 1 LMI070 12mg/m22/2 (100%)2/2 (100%)2/2 (100%)
Part 1 LMI070 24mg/m22/2 (100%)2/2 (100%)2/2 (100%)
Part 1 LMI070 48mg/m23/4 (75%)4/4 (100%)4/4 (100%)
Part 1 LMI070 60mg/m21/3 (33.3%)3/3 (100%)3/3 (100%)
Part 2 LMI070 0.625 mg/kg1/10 (10%)8/10 (80%)10/10 (100%)
Part 2 LMI070 2.5 mg/kg2/15 (13.3%)11/15 (73.3%)15/15 (100%)
Most frequent serious events
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Most frequent serious events
EventPart 1 LMI070 6mg/m2Part 1 LMI070 12mg/m2Part 1 LMI070 24mg/m2Part 1 LMI070 48mg/m2Part 1 LMI070 60mg/m2Part 2 LMI070 0.625 mg/kgPart 2 LMI070 2.5 mg/kg
PneumoniaInfections and infestations2/22/21/22/42/34/107/15
DehydrationMetabolism and nutrition disorders0/22/20/20/40/30/100/15
Respiratory failureRespiratory, thoracic and mediastinal disorders1/20/20/22/42/32/102/15
BradycardiaCardiac disorders0/20/21/20/40/30/100/15
Cardiac arrestCardiac disorders0/20/21/20/40/31/100/15
Left ventricular hypertrophyCardiac disorders0/20/21/20/40/30/100/15
ConstipationGastrointestinal disorders0/20/21/20/40/30/100/15
DiarrhoeaGastrointestinal disorders0/21/20/20/40/30/100/15
Intestinal ischaemiaGastrointestinal disorders0/21/20/20/40/30/100/15
CellulitisInfections and infestations1/20/20/20/40/30/100/15
Most frequent other events
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Most frequent other events
EventPart 1 LMI070 6mg/m2Part 1 LMI070 12mg/m2Part 1 LMI070 24mg/m2Part 1 LMI070 48mg/m2Part 1 LMI070 60mg/m2Part 2 LMI070 0.625 mg/kgPart 2 LMI070 2.5 mg/kg
ConstipationGastrointestinal disorders1/21/22/20/42/37/103/15
DiarrhoeaGastrointestinal disorders1/21/21/21/43/32/102/15
VomitingGastrointestinal disorders2/21/22/22/43/32/102/15
PyrexiaGeneral disorders2/22/22/22/43/37/106/15
GastroenteritisInfections and infestations2/21/20/20/42/30/100/15
RhinitisInfections and infestations1/20/20/22/43/32/104/15
Upper respiratory tract infectionInfections and infestations1/21/20/22/43/34/103/15
Urinary tract infectionInfections and infestations1/21/21/20/43/32/102/15
Neutrophil count decreasedInvestigations2/20/20/20/40/30/100/15
ScoliosisMusculoskeletal and connective tissue disorders2/20/21/20/42/34/103/15

Baseline characteristics

Age, Continuous
Age, Continuous(months)Part 1 LMI070 6mg/m2Part 1 LMI070 12mg/m2Part 1 LMI070 24mg/m2Part 1 LMI070 48mg/m2Part 1 LMI070 60mg/m2Part 2 LMI070 0.625 mg/kgPart 2 LMI070 2.5 mg/kgTotal
Mean3.0 ± 1.414.5 ± 0.713.5 ± 2.123.8 ± 1.715.3 ± 2.084.38 ± 1.5213.81 ± 1.1884.21 ± 1.481
Sex: Female, Male
Sex: Female, Male(Participants)Part 1 LMI070 6mg/m2Part 1 LMI070 12mg/m2Part 1 LMI070 24mg/m2Part 1 LMI070 48mg/m2Part 1 LMI070 60mg/m2Part 2 LMI070 0.625 mg/kgPart 2 LMI070 2.5 mg/kgTotal
Female102325922
Male120115616
Race/Ethnicity, Customized
Race/Ethnicity, Customized(Participants)Part 1 LMI070 6mg/m2Part 1 LMI070 12mg/m2Part 1 LMI070 24mg/m2Part 1 LMI070 48mg/m2Part 1 LMI070 60mg/m2Part 2 LMI070 0.625 mg/kgPart 2 LMI070 2.5 mg/kgTotal
Caucasian22132101434
Asian00000011
Other00110002
Black00001001
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Study locations

14 sites
  • Novartis Investigative Site
    Gent, 9000, Belgium
  • Novartis Investigative Site
    Leuven, 3000, Belgium
  • Novartis Investigative Site
    Sofia, 1606, Bulgaria
  • Novartis Investigative Site
    Copenhagen, 2100 O, Denmark
  • Novartis Investigative Site
    Essen, 45147, Germany
  • Novartis Investigative Site
    Milano, MI 20133, Italy
  • Novartis Investigative Site
    Roma, RM 00165, Italy
  • Novartis Investigative Site
    Warsaw, 04 730, Poland
  • Novartis Investigative Site
    Wroclaw, 50 420, Poland
  • Novartis Investigative Site
    Ekaterinburg, 620134, Russian Federation
  • Novartis Investigative Site
    Moscow, 119049, Russian Federation
  • Novartis Investigative Site
    Moscow, 127412, Russian Federation
  • Novartis Investigative Site
    Saint Petersburg, 197341, Russian Federation
  • Novartis Investigative Site
    Volgograd, 400120, Russian Federation
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References and documents

Publications

  • Keller CG, Shin Y, Monteys AM, Renaud N, Beibel M, Teider N, Peters T, Faller T, St-Cyr S, Knehr J, Roma G, Reyes A, Hild M, Lukashev D, Theil D, Dales N, Cha JH, Borowsky B, Dolmetsch R, Davidson BL, Sivasankaran R. An orally available, brain penetrant, small molecule lowers huntingtin levels by enhancing pseudoexon inclusion. Nat Commun. 2022 Mar 3;13(1):1150. doi: 10.1038/s41467-022-28653-6. PubMed 35241644 ↗

Study documents

  • Study protocol · Jul 19, 2021
  • Statistical analysis plan · Mar 13, 2023

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Individual participant data

Plan to share: Undecided — Novartis is committed to sharing with qualified external researchers, access to patient-level data and supporting clinical documents from eligible studies. These requests are reviewed and approved by an independent review panel on the basis of scientific merit. All data provided is anonymized to respect the privacy of patients who have participated in the trial in line with applicable laws and regulations. This trial data availability is according to the criteria and process described on www.clinicalstudydatarequest.com

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Updates

Tracking since Sep 25, 2026
No changes since tracking began. The registry record was last updated on Apr 9, 2025, before this site started recording changes on Sep 25, 2026. Its history is on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗
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Registry details

Key details

Study ID
NCT02268552
Lead sponsor
Novartis Pharmaceuticals
Responsible party
Sponsor
First posted
Oct 20, 2014
Start date
Apr 2, 2015
Primary completion
Dec 29, 2022
Completion
Dec 29, 2022
Results posted
Apr 9, 2025
Last update
Apr 9, 2025

Oversight

Data monitoring committee
Yes
FDA-regulated drug
No
FDA-regulated device
No
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