Etelcalcetide for Pediatric Hyperparathyroidism in CKD

A Trial of Etelcalcetide in Pediatric Participants With Secondary Hyperparathyroidism and Chronic Kidney Disease on Hemodialysis

Recruiting Phase 3 Interventional Study
Secondary Hyperparathyroidism Chronic Kidney Disease
No Placebo Group Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo. Pivotal Trial This treatment is in the last trial phase before FDA approval. Prior Safety Data This treatment has already been tested in at least one earlier human trial.
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At a Glance
Age
0 – 18
Sex
Any
Trial phase
Phase 3
Study type
Interventional
Purpose
Treatment
Participants needed
56 (estimated)
Sponsor
Amgen · Industry
Who this trial is looking for

This trial is looking for children under 18 with hyperparathyroidism and chronic kidney disease who are on hemodialysis. Participants will be monitored and treated with etelcalcetide during the study.

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
Must not be taking CinacalcetEtelcalcetideQT-prolonging medications

You may be able to join if

  • I am between 28 days and 18 years old.
  • I weigh at least 7 kg.
  • I have chronic kidney disease and hyperparathyroidism.
  • I have a specific blood test result for hyperparathyroidism.
  • I have a certain level of corrected calcium in my blood.
  • I have been on specific medications for at least 4 weeks before screening.
  • My hyperparathyroidism is not due to vitamin D deficiency.

You may not be able to join if

  • I have had heart problems like long QT syndrome.
  • I am planning to have a kidney transplant or parathyroid surgery during the trial.
  • I have had certain types of cancers in the last 5 years.
  • I have taken certain medications that may affect my heart recently.
  • I have had a seizure disorder that has worsened recently.
  • I was born prematurely at less than 36 weeks gestational age.
  • I am pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning to become pregnant during the study.
  • I am not able to attend all required visits or comply with the study procedures.

Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.

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About This Trial

This is a phase 3 trial of etelcalcetide in pediatric participants with secondary hyperparathyroidism (SHPT) and chronic kidney disease (CKD) on hemodialysis.

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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion criteria * Age of 28 days \< 18 years. * Dry weight ≥ 7 kg during screening. * Diagnosed with CKD and SHPT undergoing hemodialysis at the time of screening. * Diagnosis of SHPT with the mean of the 2 consecutive central laboratory iPTH values ≥ 300 pg/mL (32 pmol/L) during screening, on s…
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