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Study of Buprenorphine Sublingual Spray Versus Standard of Care Narcotic Therapy for the Treatment of Post-Operative Pain

A Phase 2 interventional study of Buprenorphine Sublingual Spray and Morphine in Pain, Postoperative, sponsored by INSYS Therapeutics Inc. Completed at 2 sites in United States. Open to participants aged 18 Years to 65 Years. Per ClinicalTrials.gov, last updated 2018-10-29.

Sponsored by INSYS Therapeutics Inc · Phase 2, Interventional, and Treatment

Phase
Phase 2
Study type
Interventional
Enrollment
100
Allocation
Randomized
Ages
18 Years to 65 Years
Sex
All
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Study summary

This study will evaluate the safety and tolerability based on the incidence of adverse experiences of buprenorphine sublingual spray (0.5 milligrams [mg] three times daily [TID]) compared with standard post-operative narcotic therapy in participants with postoperative pain. Standard post-operative narcotic therapy is defined as morphine intravenous (IV) injection (4 mg TID) followed by oxycodone hydrochloride tablet (10 mg TID).

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Conditions studied

  • Pain, Postoperative

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Who can participate

Ages eligible
18 Years to 65 Years
Sexes eligible
All
Accepts healthy volunteers
No

Inclusion criteria

  1. Is able to speak and understand the language in which the study is being conducted, is able to understand and comply with the procedures and study requirements, and has voluntarily signed and dated an informed consent form approved by an Institutional Review Board before the conduct of any study procedure.
  2. Is a male or female ≥18 and ≤65 years of age.
  3. Scheduled for elective bunionectomy, breast augmentation (in women only), or abdominoplasty.
  4. Is classified using the American Society of Anesthesiologists Physical Status Classification System as P1 to P2.
  5. If female, is either not of childbearing potential (defined as postmenopausal for at least 1 year or surgically sterile [bilateral tubal ligation, bilateral oophorectomy, or hysterectomy]) or practicing one of the following medically acceptable methods of birth control:

    1. Hormonal methods such as oral, implantable, injectable, vaginal ring, or transdermal contraceptives for a minimum of 1 full cycle (based on the participant's usual menstrual cycle period) before study drug administration;
    2. Total abstinence from sexual intercourse since the last menses before study drug administration;
    3. Intrauterine device; OR
    4. Double-barrier method (condoms, sponge, or diaphragm with spermicidal jellies or cream).
  6. Has a body weight ≥45 kilograms (kg) and a body mass index (BMI) ≤40 kg/m\^2.
  7. Is willing and able to comply with study requirements (including diet, alcohol, and smoking restrictions), complete evaluations and diary, remain at the study site for ≥72 hours, and return for follow up Day 8 + 2 days after surgery.

Exclusion criteria

Exclusion criteria:

  1. Has a known history of allergic reaction or clinically significant intolerance to acetaminophen, aspirin, opioids, or any nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs); history of NSAID-induced bronchospasm (participants with the triad of asthma, nasal polyps, and chronic rhinitis are at greater risk for bronchospasm and should be considered carefully); or hypersensitivity, allergy, or significant reaction to sulfa (including sulfonamide) medicines, ingredients of the study drug, or any other drugs used in the study, including anesthetics and antibiotics that may be required on the day of surgery.
  2. Has experienced any surgical complications or other issues that, in the investigator's opinion, could compromise the participant's safety if he or she continues into randomized treatment or could confound the results of the study.
  3. Has a known or suspected history of alcoholism or drug abuse or misuse within 2 years of Screening or evidence of opioid tolerance or physical dependence before dosing with the study drug.
  4. Has any clinically significant unstable cardiac, respiratory, neurological, immunological, hematological, or renal disease, or any other condition that, in the investigator's opinion, could compromise the participant's welfare, ability to communicate with the study staff, or otherwise contraindicate study participation.
  5. Has long QT Syndrome, a family history of long QT Syndrome, or is taking Class IA or Class III antiarrhythmic medications
  6. Has a history or current diagnosis of a significant psychiatric disorder that, in the investigator's opinion, would affect the participant's ability to comply with the study requirements.
  7. Has tested positive either on the urine drug screen or on the alcohol Breathalyzer test. Participants who test positive at Screening only and can produce a prescription in their name from their physician for the medication producing the positive test may be considered for study enrollment at the investigator's discretion. However, they must test negative on the day of the surgery.
  8. Has a history of a clinically significant (in the investigator's opinion) gastrointestinal (GI) event within 6 months before Screening or has any history of peptic or gastric ulcers or GI bleeding.
  9. Has an active infection, mucositis, cold sores, viral lesions, local irritation, or in the investigator's opinion has significant periodontal disease of the oral cavity. In addition, recent (within 1 year) piercing of the tongue or anywhere in the oral cavity.
  10. Has a surgical or medical condition of the GI or renal system that, in the investigator's opinion, might significantly alter the absorption, distribution, or excretion of any drug substance.
  11. Is considered by the investigator, for any reason (including, but not limited to, the risks described as precautions, warnings, and contraindications in the current version of the investigator's brochure for Buprenorphine Sublingual Spray), to be an unsuitable candidate to receive the study drug.
  12. Is receiving systemic chemotherapy, has an active malignancy of any type, or has been diagnosed with cancer within 5 years before Screening (excluding squamous or basal cell carcinoma of the skin).
  13. Is currently receiving anticoagulants (eg, heparin or warfarin). Low-dose aspirin for cardioprotection is allowed.
  14. Has used drugs known to be a strong inhibitor or inducer of CYP3A4 within 1 week before surgery.
  15. Has received a course of systemic corticosteroids (either oral or parenteral) within 1 month before Screening (inhaled nasal steroids and topical corticosteroids are allowed).
  16. Has a history of chronic use (defined as daily use for >2 weeks) of NSAIDs, opiates, or glucocorticoids (except inhaled nasal steroids and topical corticosteroids) within 1 month before study drug administration. Aspirin at a daily dose of ≤325 mg is allowed for cardiovascular prophylaxis if the participant has been on a stable dose regimen for ≥30 days before Screening and has not experienced any relevant medical problem.
  17. Has a significant renal or hepatic disease, as indicated by clinical laboratory assessment (results ≥3 × the upper limit of normal [ULN] for any liver function test, including aspartate aminotransferase, alanine aminotransferase, and lactate dehydrogenase, or creatinine ≥1.5 × ULN).
  18. Has any clinically significant laboratory or 12-lead electrocardiogram finding at Screening that in the investigator's opinion contraindicates study participation.
  19. Has screening systolic blood pressure ≥160 mmHg and diastolic blood pressure >100 mmHg (may be repeated one additional time after 5 minutes rest to verify). The investigator may, at his discretion, choose to exclude participants with hypertensive levels lower than these if he deems it in the best interest of the participant.
  20. Has a history of sleep apnea or other obstructive airway disease.
  21. Has a history of nausea and vomiting with buprenorphine products.
  22. Has significant difficulties swallowing capsules or is unable to tolerate oral medication.
  23. Previously participated in another clinical study of Buprenorphine Sublingual Spray or received any investigational drug or device or investigational therapy within 30 days before Screening.

Post-surgical eligibility requirements:

The participant will be assessed for the following postoperative eligibility criteria

  1. Participants must be awake, breathing spontaneously without significant respiratory depression.
  2. Participants must not be actively vomiting or complaining of severe nausea.
  3. Participants must be able to answer questions and follow commands.
  4. Participants must not have surgical complications that could compromise safety of the participant or confound the results of the study.
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Study design

Phase
Phase 2
Primary purpose
Treatment
Allocation
Randomized
Intervention model
Parallel assignment
Masking
None (open label)
Enrollment
100 participants (actual)

Study arms

  • Experimental
    Buprenorphine Sublingual Spray 0.5 mg

    Buprenorphine Sublingual Spray 0.5 milligrams (mg) three times a day (TID) for 7 days.

    Drug: Buprenorphine Sublingual Spray · Drug: Zofran

  • Active comparator
    Standard of Care Narcotic Therapy

    Morphine intravenous (IV), 4 mg TID for 24 hours, followed by oxycodone hydrochloride tablet, 10 mg TID for 6 days.

    Drug: Morphine · Drug: Oxycodone Hydrochloride · Drug: Zofran

Interventions

  • DrugBuprenorphine Sublingual Spray

    0.5 mg Sublingual Spray

  • DrugMorphine

    4 mg Intravenous Injection

  • DrugOxycodone Hydrochloride

    10 mg tablet

  • DrugZofran

    4 mg oral disintegrating tablet (ODT) or IV injection given at the investigator's discretion for nausea

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What researchers measure

Primary outcomes

  1. Number of Participants With Treatment Emergent Adverse Events (TEAEs)

    An adverse event (AE) is defined as any untoward medical occurrence in a participant administered a pharmaceutical product during the course of a clinical investigation. An AE can therefore be any unfavorable and unintended sign, symptom, or disease temporally associated with the use of an investigational product, whether or not thought to be related to the investigational product. A TEAE is an AE with onset that occurs after receiving study drug.

    Time frame: Days 1 to 8

Secondary outcomes

  1. Percentage of Participants Provided Rescue Medication for Nausea

    Zofran was used at the clinician's discretion as rescue medication for nausea.

    Time frame: Days 1 to7

  2. Time to First Use of Rescue Medication for Nausea Following Each Dose of the Investigational Product (IP)

    Zofran was used at the clinician's discretion as rescue medication for nausea. Time "0" is defined as the time of the administration of study drug.

    Time frame: Days 1 to 7

  3. Total Use of Rescue Medication for Nausea Over 0 to 24 Hours, Over 0 to 48 Hours, Over 0-72 Hours and 0-7 Days

    Zofran was used at the clinician's discretion as rescue medication for nausea. The total use of rescue medication was calculated for the following 4 time-frames: 0 to 24 hours, 0 to 48 hours, 0 to 72 hours and 0 to 7 days.

    Time frame: 0 to 24 hours, 0 to 48 hours, 0 to 72 hours and 0 to 7 days

  4. Pulse Oximetry Levels at 90 Minutes,12, 24, 48 and 72 Hours

    Pulse oximetry is a non-invasive method to measure a person's oxygen saturation.

    Time frame: 90 Minutes,12, 24, 48 and 72 Hours

  5. Number of Participants With Abnormal Electrocardiograms (ECGs) Findings at 90 Minutes,12, 24, 48 and 72 Hours

    A standard 12-lead ECG will be performed after the participant is in the supine (lying face up) position for 5 minutes.

    Time frame: Pre-dose and 90 minutes, 12, 24, 48 and 72 hours after first dose

  6. Number of Participants With Abnormal Oral Cavity Examinations

    Study staff will perform a sublingual (under the tongue) assessment, noting the color of mucosa and whether inflammation is present.

    Time frame: Pre-dose and 90 minutes, 12, 24, 48 and 72 hours after first dose on Days 1 to 4 and End of Study Day 8

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Results

Posted Oct 29, 2018

Participant flow

Participant flow — Overall Study
MilestoneStandard of Care Narcotic TherapyBuprenorphine Sublingual Spray 0.5 mg
Started5050
Completed4027
Not completed1023
Withdrew: Adverse event720
Withdrew: Withdrawal by subject consent31
Withdrew: Lost to follow-up01
Withdrew: Miscellaneous01

Outcome measures

PrimaryNumber of Participants With Treatment Emergent Adverse Events (TEAEs)

An adverse event (AE) is defined as any untoward medical occurrence in a participant administered a pharmaceutical product during the course of a clinical investigation. An AE can therefore be any unfavorable and unintended sign, symptom, or disease temporally associated with the use of an investigational product, whether or not thought to be related to the investigational product. A TEAE is an AE with onset that occurs after receiving study drug.

Time frame:
Days 1 to 8
Reported as:
Count of participants · Participants
Number of Participants With Treatment Emergent Adverse Events (TEAEs)
ParticipantsStandard of Care Narcotic TherapyBuprenorphine Sublingual Spray 0.5 mg
Number of Participants With Treatment Emergent Adverse Events (TEAEs)3347
SecondaryPercentage of Participants Provided Rescue Medication for Nausea

Zofran was used at the clinician's discretion as rescue medication for nausea.

Time frame:
Days 1 to7
Reported as:
Number · percentage of participants
Percentage of Participants Provided Rescue Medication for Nausea
percentage of participantsStandard of Care Narcotic TherapyBuprenorphine Sublingual Spray 0.5 mg
Percentage of Participants Provided Rescue Medication for Nausea1235
SecondaryTime to First Use of Rescue Medication for Nausea Following Each Dose of the Investigational Product (IP)

Zofran was used at the clinician's discretion as rescue medication for nausea. Time "0" is defined as the time of the administration of study drug.

Time frame:
Days 1 to 7
Reported as:
Median · hours
Time to First Use of Rescue Medication for Nausea Following Each Dose of the Investigational Product (IP)
hoursStandard of Care Narcotic TherapyBuprenorphine Sublingual Spray 0.5 mg
Time to First Use of Rescue Medication for Nausea Following Each Dose of the Investigational Product (IP)NA (NA to NA)11.25 (5.60 to 23.13)
SecondaryTotal Use of Rescue Medication for Nausea Over 0 to 24 Hours, Over 0 to 48 Hours, Over 0-72 Hours and 0-7 Days

Zofran was used at the clinician's discretion as rescue medication for nausea. The total use of rescue medication was calculated for the following 4 time-frames: 0 to 24 hours, 0 to 48 hours, 0 to 72 hours and 0 to 7 days.

Time frame:
0 to 24 hours, 0 to 48 hours, 0 to 72 hours and 0 to 7 days
Reported as:
Number · cumulative number of rescue doses
Total Use of Rescue Medication for Nausea Over 0 to 24 Hours, Over 0 to 48 Hours, Over 0-72 Hours and 0-7 Days
cumulative number of rescue dosesStandard of Care Narcotic TherapyBuprenorphine Sublingual Spray 0.5 mg
0 to 24 hours968
0 to 48 hours1892
0 to 72 hours22110
0 to 7 days42152
SecondaryPulse Oximetry Levels at 90 Minutes,12, 24, 48 and 72 Hours

Pulse oximetry is a non-invasive method to measure a person's oxygen saturation.

Time frame:
90 Minutes,12, 24, 48 and 72 Hours
Reported as:
Mean · percentage of oxygen saturation
Pulse Oximetry Levels at 90 Minutes,12, 24, 48 and 72 Hours
percentage of oxygen saturationStandard of Care Narcotic TherapyBuprenorphine Sublingual Spray 0.5 mg
90 minutes96.3 ± 1.9996.0 ± 2.11
12 hours96.0 ± 1.9395.8 ± 2.06
24 hours96.9 ± 1.6396.6 ± 2.27
48 hours96.5 ± 2.0196.0 ± 2.15
72 hours97.3 ± 1.3696.2 ± 2.66
SecondaryNumber of Participants With Abnormal Electrocardiograms (ECGs) Findings at 90 Minutes,12, 24, 48 and 72 Hours

A standard 12-lead ECG will be performed after the participant is in the supine (lying face up) position for 5 minutes.

Time frame:
Pre-dose and 90 minutes, 12, 24, 48 and 72 hours after first dose
Reported as:
Count of participants · Participants
Number of Participants With Abnormal Electrocardiograms (ECGs) Findings at 90 Minutes,12, 24, 48 and 72 Hours
ParticipantsStandard of Care Narcotic TherapyBuprenorphine Sublingual Spray 0.5 mg
Pre-dose2632
90 minutes3330
12 hours3134
24 hours2329
48 hours1825
72 hours1418
SecondaryNumber of Participants With Abnormal Oral Cavity Examinations

Study staff will perform a sublingual (under the tongue) assessment, noting the color of mucosa and whether inflammation is present.

Time frame:
Pre-dose and 90 minutes, 12, 24, 48 and 72 hours after first dose on Days 1 to 4 and End of Study Day 8
Reported as:
Count of participants · Participants
Number of Participants With Abnormal Oral Cavity Examinations
ParticipantsStandard of Care Narcotic TherapyBuprenorphine Sublingual Spray 0.5 mg
Pre-dose00
90 minutes00
12 hours00
24 hours00
48 hours01
72 hours00

Adverse events

Collected over Screening to Day 8. Non-serious events are listed at a 5% frequency threshold.

Adverse event summary by group
GroupDeathsSeriousOther
Standard of Care Narcotic Therapy0/50 (0%)0/50 (0%)33/50 (66%)
Buprenorphine Sublingual Spray 0.5 mg0/50 (0%)1/50 (2%)47/50 (94%)
Most frequent serious events
Most frequent serious events
EventStandard of Care Narcotic TherapyBuprenorphine Sublingual Spray 0.5 mg
HematomaGeneral disorders0/501/50
Most frequent other events
Most frequent other events
EventStandard of Care Narcotic TherapyBuprenorphine Sublingual Spray 0.5 mg
NauseaGastrointestinal disorders17/5039/50
VomitingGastrointestinal disorders6/5026/50
HypoxiaRespiratory, thoracic and mediastinal disorders3/5014/50
DizzinessNervous system disorders5/5011/50
HeadacheNervous system disorders8/509/50
PruritusSkin and subcutaneous tissue disorders4/508/50
ConstipationGastrointestinal disorders4/504/50
DyspneaRespiratory, thoracic and mediastinal disorders0/504/50
SomnolenceNervous system disorders2/503/50

Baseline characteristics

Age, Continuous
Age, Continuous(years)Standard of Care Narcotic TherapyBuprenorphine Sublingual Spray 0.5 mgTotal
Mean36.2 ± 10.8337.1 ± 11.6836.6 ± 11.22
Sex: Female, Male
Sex: Female, Male(Participants)Standard of Care Narcotic TherapyBuprenorphine Sublingual Spray 0.5 mgTotal
Female484896
Male224
Ethnicity (NIH/OMB)
Ethnicity (NIH/OMB)(Participants)Standard of Care Narcotic TherapyBuprenorphine Sublingual Spray 0.5 mgTotal
Hispanic or Latino171431
Not Hispanic or Latino333669
Unknown or Not Reported000
Race (NIH/OMB)
Race (NIH/OMB)(Participants)Standard of Care Narcotic TherapyBuprenorphine Sublingual Spray 0.5 mgTotal
American Indian or Alaska Native303
Asian303
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander011
Black or African American151833
White293160
More than one race000
Unknown or Not Reported000
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Study locations

2 sites
  • Lotus Clinical Research, LLC
    Pasadena, California 91105, United States
  • Epic Medical Research
    Murray, Utah 84123, United States
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References and documents

Study documents

  • Study protocol · Aug 2, 2017
  • Statistical analysis plan · Sep 8, 2017

Documents are hosted by the registry — open the source record to download them.

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Registry details

Key details

Study ID
NCT03254459
Lead sponsor
INSYS Therapeutics Inc
Responsible party
Sponsor
First posted
Aug 18, 2017
Start date
Sep 12, 2017
Primary completion
Nov 13, 2017
Completion
Nov 13, 2017
Results posted
Oct 29, 2018
Last update
Oct 29, 2018

Study contacts

Giovanni DeCastro
study director · INSYS Therapeutics Inc

Oversight

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