Effect of Aricept on Biomarkers (Acetylcholine, sAPP Alpha) In Cerebrospinal Fluid

February 10, 2011 updated by: Pfizer

A Methodology Study To Evaluate Cerebrospinal Fluid Acetylcholine Following A Single Dose Administration Of Donepezil In Healthy Subjects

It is hypothesized that the acetylcholinesterase inhibitor, donepezil, will increase acute cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) actylcholine levels in healthy volunteers following a 5mg single dose oral administration.

Study Overview

Status

Completed

Detailed Description

Sampling method based upon estimates of intra-subject biomarker variability.

Study Type

Observational

Enrollment (Actual)

12

Contacts and Locations

This section provides the contact details for those conducting the study, and information on where this study is being conducted.

Study Locations

    • Connecticut
      • New Haven, Connecticut, United States, 06511
        • Pfizer Investigational Site

Participation Criteria

Researchers look for people who fit a certain description, called eligibility criteria. Some examples of these criteria are a person's general health condition or prior treatments.

Eligibility Criteria

Ages Eligible for Study

18 years to 55 years (Adult)

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

No

Genders Eligible for Study

All

Sampling Method

Non-Probability Sample

Study Population

Young (18-55) male and female healthy volunteers.

Description

Inclusion Criteria:

  • Healthy male and/or female subjects between the ages of 18 and 55 years, inclusive (Healthy is defined as no clinically relevant abnormalities identified by a detailed medical history, full physical examination, including blood pressure and pulse rate measurement, 12-lead ECG and clinical laboratory tests).
  • Body Mass Index (BMI) of approximately 18 to 33 kg/m2; and a total body weight >50 kg (110 lbs).
  • Subject has the ability to understand the requirements of the study, provide written informed consent, and abide by the requirements of the study.

Exclusion Criteria:

  • Evidence or history of clinically significant hematological, renal, endocrine, pulmonary, gastrointestinal, cardiovascular, hepatic, psychiatric, neurological, or allergic disease (including drug allergies, but excluding untreated, asymptomatic, seasonal allergies at time of dosing).
  • History of febrile illness within 5 days prior to the first study period.
  • History of regular alcohol consumption exceeding 14 drinks/week (1 drink = 5 ounces (150 mL) of wine or 12 ounces (360 mL) of beer or 1.5 ounces (45 mL) of hard liquor) within 6 months of screening.
  • A positive urine drug screen at screening.
  • Use of tobacco- or nicotine-containing products in excess of the equivalent of 5 cigarettes per day.
  • Use of prescription or nonprescription drugs, vitamins and dietary supplements within 7 days or 5 half-lives (whichever is longer) prior to the first study period. As an exception, analgesics, caffeine, and non-pharmacological methods may be used on the discretion of the investigator to manage symptoms related to the lumbar catheterization. Aspirin, aspirin containing products, and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agents that affect platelet function should not be used. Other exceptions may be granted by a qualified member of Pfizer study management.
  • Treatment with an investigational drug within 30 days preceding the first study period.
  • Pregnant or nursing females; females of childbearing potential who are unwilling or unable to use an acceptable method of non-hormonal contraception (as will be outlined in the protocol) from at least 14 days prior to enrollment in the study until completion of the study.
  • Blood donation of approximately 1 pint (500 mL) within 56 days prior to dosing.
  • Subjects with papilledema on exam at screening or on Day 0.
  • Subject has any laboratory values outside the normal ranges on screening or on Day 0 which are deemed clinically significant by the investigator. Coagulation indices, including PT/aPTT, and platelet count must be normal.
  • Subjects with lower spinal malformations, local infection, or other abnormalities that would exclude lumbar puncture (LP).
  • Subjects who are unwilling or unable to comply with the Lifestyle guidelines presented in the protocol.
  • Other severe acute or chronic medical or psychiatric condition/status or laboratory abnormality that may increase the risk associated with trial participation or investigational product administration or may interfere with the interpretation of trial results, and in the judgment of the investigator, would make the subject inappropriate for entry into this trial.

Study Plan

This section provides details of the study plan, including how the study is designed and what the study is measuring.

How is the study designed?

Design Details

  • Observational Models: Case-Control
  • Time Perspectives: Cross-Sectional

Cohorts and Interventions

Group / Cohort
Intervention / Treatment
Placebo
Oral
donepezil (Aricept)
5mg oral
Other Names:
  • Aricept

What is the study measuring?

Primary Outcome Measures

Outcome Measure
Time Frame
Mean post-dose vs predose change in CSF acetycholine levels in donepezil compared to placebo control group.
Time Frame: 6 hrs
6 hrs

Secondary Outcome Measures

Outcome Measure
Time Frame
Mean post-dose vs predose change in CSF histamine metabolites, sAPPalpha and inflammatory endpoints
Time Frame: 6hrs
6hrs

Collaborators and Investigators

This is where you will find people and organizations involved with this study.

Sponsor

Publications and helpful links

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Study record dates

These dates track the progress of study record and summary results submissions to ClinicalTrials.gov. Study records and reported results are reviewed by the National Library of Medicine (NLM) to make sure they meet specific quality control standards before being posted on the public website.

Study Major Dates

Study Start

October 1, 2009

Primary Completion (Actual)

February 1, 2010

Study Completion (Actual)

February 1, 2010

Study Registration Dates

First Submitted

September 28, 2009

First Submitted That Met QC Criteria

September 28, 2009

First Posted (Estimate)

September 30, 2009

Study Record Updates

Last Update Posted (Estimate)

February 14, 2011

Last Update Submitted That Met QC Criteria

February 10, 2011

Last Verified

February 1, 2011

More Information

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