Tofersen for Non-SOD1 ALS

Tofersen in Non-SOD1 ALS

Recruiting Phase 2 Interventional Study
ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis)
No Placebo Group Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo. Prior Safety Data This treatment has already been tested in at least one earlier human trial.
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At a Glance
Age
18 and older
Sex
Any
Trial phase
Phase 2
Study type
Interventional
Purpose
Treatment
Participants needed
30 (estimated)
Sponsor
Washington University School of Medicine · Other
Who this trial is looking for

This trial is looking for adults with a type of ALS called non-SOD1 ALS. Participants will receive a treatment called tofersen through a procedure over 24 weeks and attend follow-up visits afterward.

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
Must be taking Riluzole

You may be able to join if

  • I am 18 years or older.
  • I have been diagnosed with ALS.
  • I have had ALS symptoms for 24 months or less.
  • I have tested negative for SOD1 and FUS mutations.
  • I can understand and agree to the study requirements.
  • I have a stable ability to breathe.
  • I will use effective contraception during the study and for 5 months after.
  • If I take riluzole, I have been on a stable dose for at least 30 days.

You may not be able to join if

  • I have participated in another drug study within the last month.
  • I have a history of drug or alcohol abuse in the last 6 months.
  • I currently have an untreated infection requiring medicine.
  • I have a serious medical condition that could affect the study.
  • I have significant cognitive issues or unstable mental health.
  • I am pregnant or breastfeeding.
  • I have had allergies to many anesthetics.
  • I have a condition that increases my bleeding risk.

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
The goal of this clinical trial is to evaluate whether tofersen is safe and effective in adults with non-SOD1 ALS. Tofersen is currently approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to treat SOD1-ALS. The main questions it aims to answer are: * Does tofersen lower the levels of neurofilament light chain (NfL) in the blood and CSF of adult participants with non-SOD1 ALS? * Is tofersen safe an…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Ability to understand the purpose and risks of the study and provide signed and dated informed consent and authorization to use PHI in accordance with national and local participant privacy regulations. * Aged 18 years or older at the time of informed consent. * Confirmed diag…
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