Trial Outcomes & Findings for Efficacy and Safety of Hydrocodone Bitartrate (HYD) in Subjects With Moderate to Severe Chronic Low Back Pain (NCT NCT01452529)

NCT ID: NCT01452529

Last Updated: 2020-03-10

Results Overview

Mean pain intensity for "average pain over the last 24 hours" score (on an 11-point numerical rating scale where 0 = no pain and 10 = pain as bad as you can imagine).

Recruitment status

COMPLETED

Study phase

PHASE3

Target enrollment

905 participants

Primary outcome timeframe

Week 12

Results posted on

2020-03-10

Participant Flow

First subject first visit: 23-March-2012; Last subject last visit: 03-September-2013. The study was conducted at medical/research sites in the United States.

Subjects with moderate to severe chronic low back pain uncontrolled by their current stable analgesic regimen were included.

Participant milestones

Participant milestones
Measure
Open-label Run-in Dose-titration Period Hydrocodone Bitartrate
The open-label run-in dose-titration period was designed to assess subjects qualification for randomization
Hydrocodone Bitartrate
Hydrocodone bitartrate (HYD) once daily (q24h) tablets Hydrocodone bitartrate q24h film-coated tablets: Hydrocodone bitartrate q24h film-coated tablets 20 - 120 mg once daily
Placebo
Placebo to match hydrocodone bitartrate once daily tablets Placebo to match hydrocodone bitartrate q24h tablets: Placebo to match hydrocodone bitartrate q24h film coated tablets 20 - 120 mg once daily
Run-in Period
STARTED
905
0
0
Run-in Period
COMPLETED
592
0
0
Run-in Period
NOT COMPLETED
313
0
0
Double-blind (DB) Period
STARTED
0
296
292
Double-blind (DB) Period
COMPLETED
0
229
210
Double-blind (DB) Period
NOT COMPLETED
0
67
82

Reasons for withdrawal

Reasons for withdrawal
Measure
Open-label Run-in Dose-titration Period Hydrocodone Bitartrate
The open-label run-in dose-titration period was designed to assess subjects qualification for randomization
Hydrocodone Bitartrate
Hydrocodone bitartrate (HYD) once daily (q24h) tablets Hydrocodone bitartrate q24h film-coated tablets: Hydrocodone bitartrate q24h film-coated tablets 20 - 120 mg once daily
Placebo
Placebo to match hydrocodone bitartrate once daily tablets Placebo to match hydrocodone bitartrate q24h tablets: Placebo to match hydrocodone bitartrate q24h film coated tablets 20 - 120 mg once daily
Run-in Period
Adverse Event
96
0
0
Run-in Period
Withdrawal by Subject
49
0
0
Run-in Period
Lost to Follow-up
19
0
0
Run-in Period
Lack of Efficacy
46
0
0
Run-in Period
Confirmed or suspected diversion
23
0
0
Run-in Period
Administrative
21
0
0
Run-in Period
Did not qualify for Double-Blind Phase
59
0
0
Double-blind (DB) Period
Adverse Event
0
18
11
Double-blind (DB) Period
Withdrawal by Subject
0
15
14
Double-blind (DB) Period
Lost to Follow-up
0
5
3
Double-blind (DB) Period
Lack of Efficacy
0
16
44
Double-blind (DB) Period
Confirmed or suspected diversion
0
2
3
Double-blind (DB) Period
Administrative
0
11
7

Baseline Characteristics

Efficacy and Safety of Hydrocodone Bitartrate (HYD) in Subjects With Moderate to Severe Chronic Low Back Pain

Baseline characteristics by cohort

Baseline characteristics by cohort
Measure
Placebo
n=292 Participants
Placebo to match hydrocodone bitartrate once daily tablets Placebo to match hydrocodone bitartrate q24h tablets: Placebo to match hydrocodone bitartrate q24h film coated tablets 20 - 120 mg once daily
Total
n=588 Participants
Total of all reporting groups
Hydrocodone Bitartrate
n=296 Participants
Hydrocodone bitartrate (HYD) once daily (q24h) tablets Hydrocodone bitartrate q24h film-coated tablets: Hydrocodone bitartrate q24h film-coated tablets 20 - 120 mg once daily
Age, Continuous
47.9 years
STANDARD_DEVIATION 13.23 • n=7 Participants
48.6 years
STANDARD_DEVIATION 13.38 • n=5 Participants
49.2 years
STANDARD_DEVIATION 13.51 • n=5 Participants
Sex: Female, Male
Female
166 Participants
n=7 Participants
338 Participants
n=5 Participants
172 Participants
n=5 Participants
Sex: Female, Male
Male
126 Participants
n=7 Participants
250 Participants
n=5 Participants
124 Participants
n=5 Participants
Race/Ethnicity, Customized
White
207 participants
n=7 Participants
402 participants
n=5 Participants
195 participants
n=5 Participants
Race/Ethnicity, Customized
Black or African American
51 participants
n=7 Participants
118 participants
n=5 Participants
67 participants
n=5 Participants
Race/Ethnicity, Customized
Asian
29 participants
n=7 Participants
54 participants
n=5 Participants
25 participants
n=5 Participants
Race/Ethnicity, Customized
American Indian or Alaska Native
1 participants
n=7 Participants
3 participants
n=5 Participants
2 participants
n=5 Participants
Race/Ethnicity, Customized
Other
4 participants
n=7 Participants
11 participants
n=5 Participants
7 participants
n=5 Participants
Screening Baseline Pain Over the Last 24 Hours
7.4 units on a scale
STANDARD_DEVIATION 1.19 • n=7 Participants
7.4 units on a scale
STANDARD_DEVIATION 1.16 • n=5 Participants
7.4 units on a scale
STANDARD_DEVIATION 1.13 • n=5 Participants

PRIMARY outcome

Timeframe: Week 12

Population: The full analysis population (N = 588) was the group of subjects who were randomized and received at least 1 dose of double-blind study drug

Mean pain intensity for "average pain over the last 24 hours" score (on an 11-point numerical rating scale where 0 = no pain and 10 = pain as bad as you can imagine).

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
Hydrocodone Bitartrate
n=296 Participants
Hydrocodone bitartrate (HYD) once daily (q24h) tablets Hydrocodone bitartrate q24h film-coated tablets: Hydrocodone bitartrate q24h film-coated tablets 20 - 120 mg once daily
Placebo
n=292 Participants
Placebo to match hydrocodone bitartrate once daily tablets Placebo to match hydrocodone bitartrate q24h tablets: Placebo to match hydrocodone bitartrate q24h film coated tablets 20 - 120 mg once daily
Mean Pain Intensity for "Average Pain Over the Last 24 Hours" Score
3.7 units on a scale
Standard Error 0.13
4.2 units on a scale
Standard Error 0.13

SECONDARY outcome

Timeframe: Weeks 4, 8, and 12

Population: The full analysis population (N = 588) was the group of subjects who were randomized and received at least 1 dose of double-blind study drug

The MOS Sleep-R is a brief, self-administered 12-item assessment designed to measure key aspects of sleep. It includes a sleep problems index and 6 subscales - sleep disturbance, sleep adequacy, daytime somnolence, snoring, awaken short of breath or with headache, and quantity of sleep. The sleep disturbance subscale comprised the responses to questions 1, 3, 7, and 8 on the assessment. The individual responses for each question were recorded on a 5-point scale with options ranging from 1 - "all of the time" to 5 - "none of the time". Sleep disturbance scores were transformed linearly on a scale of 0-100. A higher value indicates a better score; therefore, a higher score indicates a better sleep pattern.

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
Hydrocodone Bitartrate
n=296 Participants
Hydrocodone bitartrate (HYD) once daily (q24h) tablets Hydrocodone bitartrate q24h film-coated tablets: Hydrocodone bitartrate q24h film-coated tablets 20 - 120 mg once daily
Placebo
n=292 Participants
Placebo to match hydrocodone bitartrate once daily tablets Placebo to match hydrocodone bitartrate q24h tablets: Placebo to match hydrocodone bitartrate q24h film coated tablets 20 - 120 mg once daily
Medical Outcome Study Sleep Scale - Revised (MOS Sleep-R) - Sleep Disturbance Subscale
Screening
44.38 units on a scale
Standard Deviation 9.262
44.72 units on a scale
Standard Deviation 9.871
Medical Outcome Study Sleep Scale - Revised (MOS Sleep-R) - Sleep Disturbance Subscale
Week 4
50.38 units on a scale
Standard Deviation 8.851
50.51 units on a scale
Standard Deviation 9.156
Medical Outcome Study Sleep Scale - Revised (MOS Sleep-R) - Sleep Disturbance Subscale
Week 8
50.16 units on a scale
Standard Deviation 8.879
51.16 units on a scale
Standard Deviation 8.781
Medical Outcome Study Sleep Scale - Revised (MOS Sleep-R) - Sleep Disturbance Subscale
Week 12
51.57 units on a scale
Standard Deviation 8.576
52.12 units on a scale
Standard Deviation 8.779

SECONDARY outcome

Timeframe: Week 12

Population: The full analysis population (N = 588) was the group of subjects who were randomized and received at least 1 dose of double-blind study drug

The PGIC is an ordinal scale which assesses the change in overall status relative to the start of the study. The scale has only 1 item, which measures global change of overall status by the subject on a 7-point scale (very much improved, much improved, minimally improved, no change, minimally worse, much worse, very much worse), where 1 = very much improved and 7 = very much worse. The proportion of subjects responding "very much improved" and "much improved" was summarized by treatment group.

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
Hydrocodone Bitartrate
n=296 Participants
Hydrocodone bitartrate (HYD) once daily (q24h) tablets Hydrocodone bitartrate q24h film-coated tablets: Hydrocodone bitartrate q24h film-coated tablets 20 - 120 mg once daily
Placebo
n=292 Participants
Placebo to match hydrocodone bitartrate once daily tablets Placebo to match hydrocodone bitartrate q24h tablets: Placebo to match hydrocodone bitartrate q24h film coated tablets 20 - 120 mg once daily
Patient Global Impression of Change (PGIC)
Total Subjects Completing PGIC
283 Participants
267 Participants
Patient Global Impression of Change (PGIC)
Subjects Responding Very Much or Much Improved
173 Participants
130 Participants

SECONDARY outcome

Timeframe: Baseline to Week 12

Population: The full analysis population (N = 588) was the group of subjects who were randomized and received at least 1 dose of double-blind study drug

A subject's response to treatment was defined as the percentage reduction from the screening mean pain score to the mean pain intensity at week 12 of the double-blind period.

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
Hydrocodone Bitartrate
n=296 Participants
Hydrocodone bitartrate (HYD) once daily (q24h) tablets Hydrocodone bitartrate q24h film-coated tablets: Hydrocodone bitartrate q24h film-coated tablets 20 - 120 mg once daily
Placebo
n=292 Participants
Placebo to match hydrocodone bitartrate once daily tablets Placebo to match hydrocodone bitartrate q24h tablets: Placebo to match hydrocodone bitartrate q24h film coated tablets 20 - 120 mg once daily
Responder Analysis for Subjects With a ≥ 30% Reduction in Pain Compared to Baseline
Number of Subjects Responding
285 Participants
280 Participants
Responder Analysis for Subjects With a ≥ 30% Reduction in Pain Compared to Baseline
Number of Subjects with ≥ 30% Reduction in Pain
184 Participants
147 Participants

SECONDARY outcome

Timeframe: Baseline to Week 12

Population: The full analysis population (N = 588) was the group of subjects who were randomized and received at least 1 dose of double-blind study drug

A subject's response to treatment was defined as the percentage reduction from the screening mean pain score to the mean pain intensity at week 12 of the double-blind period.

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
Hydrocodone Bitartrate
n=296 Participants
Hydrocodone bitartrate (HYD) once daily (q24h) tablets Hydrocodone bitartrate q24h film-coated tablets: Hydrocodone bitartrate q24h film-coated tablets 20 - 120 mg once daily
Placebo
n=292 Participants
Placebo to match hydrocodone bitartrate once daily tablets Placebo to match hydrocodone bitartrate q24h tablets: Placebo to match hydrocodone bitartrate q24h film coated tablets 20 - 120 mg once daily
Responder Analysis for Subjects With a ≥ 50% Reduction in Pain Compared to Baseline
Number of Subjects Responding
285 Participants
280 Participants
Responder Analysis for Subjects With a ≥ 50% Reduction in Pain Compared to Baseline
Number of Subjects with ≥ 50% Reduction in Pain
137 Participants
109 Participants

Adverse Events

Open-label Run-in Dose-titration Period Hydrocodone Bitartrate

Serious events: 7 serious events
Other events: 265 other events
Deaths: 0 deaths

Hydrocodone Bitartrate

Serious events: 2 serious events
Other events: 52 other events
Deaths: 0 deaths

Placebo

Serious events: 4 serious events
Other events: 30 other events
Deaths: 0 deaths

Serious adverse events

Serious adverse events
Measure
Open-label Run-in Dose-titration Period Hydrocodone Bitartrate
n=905 participants at risk
The open-label run-in dose-titration period was designed to assess subjects' qualification for randomization
Hydrocodone Bitartrate
n=296 participants at risk
Hydrocodone bitartrate (HYD) once daily (q24h) tablets Hydrocodone bitartrate q24h film-coated tablets: Hydrocodone bitartrate q24h film-coated tablets 20 - 120 mg once daily
Placebo
n=292 participants at risk
Placebo to match hydrocodone bitartrate once daily tablets Placebo to match hydrocodone bitartrate q24h tablets: Placebo to match hydrocodone bitartrate q24h film coated tablets 20 - 120 mg once daily
Cardiac disorders
Angina unstable
0.11%
1/905 • Adverse events (AEs) were reported from start of study participation through the period beyond study completion.
AEs were learned of through spontaneous reports and/or subject interview, or were observed during physical examinations or other safety assessments. Ongoing AEs were followed until resolution or 30 days after last study drug dose. Serious AEs up to 30 days following the last study visit were followed until the AE or sequelae resolved or stabilized.
0.00%
0/296 • Adverse events (AEs) were reported from start of study participation through the period beyond study completion.
AEs were learned of through spontaneous reports and/or subject interview, or were observed during physical examinations or other safety assessments. Ongoing AEs were followed until resolution or 30 days after last study drug dose. Serious AEs up to 30 days following the last study visit were followed until the AE or sequelae resolved or stabilized.
0.00%
0/292 • Adverse events (AEs) were reported from start of study participation through the period beyond study completion.
AEs were learned of through spontaneous reports and/or subject interview, or were observed during physical examinations or other safety assessments. Ongoing AEs were followed until resolution or 30 days after last study drug dose. Serious AEs up to 30 days following the last study visit were followed until the AE or sequelae resolved or stabilized.
Cardiac disorders
Atrial fibrillation
0.00%
0/905 • Adverse events (AEs) were reported from start of study participation through the period beyond study completion.
AEs were learned of through spontaneous reports and/or subject interview, or were observed during physical examinations or other safety assessments. Ongoing AEs were followed until resolution or 30 days after last study drug dose. Serious AEs up to 30 days following the last study visit were followed until the AE or sequelae resolved or stabilized.
0.00%
0/296 • Adverse events (AEs) were reported from start of study participation through the period beyond study completion.
AEs were learned of through spontaneous reports and/or subject interview, or were observed during physical examinations or other safety assessments. Ongoing AEs were followed until resolution or 30 days after last study drug dose. Serious AEs up to 30 days following the last study visit were followed until the AE or sequelae resolved or stabilized.
0.34%
1/292 • Adverse events (AEs) were reported from start of study participation through the period beyond study completion.
AEs were learned of through spontaneous reports and/or subject interview, or were observed during physical examinations or other safety assessments. Ongoing AEs were followed until resolution or 30 days after last study drug dose. Serious AEs up to 30 days following the last study visit were followed until the AE or sequelae resolved or stabilized.
Endocrine disorders
Hypothyroidism
0.00%
0/905 • Adverse events (AEs) were reported from start of study participation through the period beyond study completion.
AEs were learned of through spontaneous reports and/or subject interview, or were observed during physical examinations or other safety assessments. Ongoing AEs were followed until resolution or 30 days after last study drug dose. Serious AEs up to 30 days following the last study visit were followed until the AE or sequelae resolved or stabilized.
0.34%
1/296 • Adverse events (AEs) were reported from start of study participation through the period beyond study completion.
AEs were learned of through spontaneous reports and/or subject interview, or were observed during physical examinations or other safety assessments. Ongoing AEs were followed until resolution or 30 days after last study drug dose. Serious AEs up to 30 days following the last study visit were followed until the AE or sequelae resolved or stabilized.
0.00%
0/292 • Adverse events (AEs) were reported from start of study participation through the period beyond study completion.
AEs were learned of through spontaneous reports and/or subject interview, or were observed during physical examinations or other safety assessments. Ongoing AEs were followed until resolution or 30 days after last study drug dose. Serious AEs up to 30 days following the last study visit were followed until the AE or sequelae resolved or stabilized.
Gastrointestinal disorders
Abdominal pain
0.11%
1/905 • Adverse events (AEs) were reported from start of study participation through the period beyond study completion.
AEs were learned of through spontaneous reports and/or subject interview, or were observed during physical examinations or other safety assessments. Ongoing AEs were followed until resolution or 30 days after last study drug dose. Serious AEs up to 30 days following the last study visit were followed until the AE or sequelae resolved or stabilized.
0.00%
0/296 • Adverse events (AEs) were reported from start of study participation through the period beyond study completion.
AEs were learned of through spontaneous reports and/or subject interview, or were observed during physical examinations or other safety assessments. Ongoing AEs were followed until resolution or 30 days after last study drug dose. Serious AEs up to 30 days following the last study visit were followed until the AE or sequelae resolved or stabilized.
0.00%
0/292 • Adverse events (AEs) were reported from start of study participation through the period beyond study completion.
AEs were learned of through spontaneous reports and/or subject interview, or were observed during physical examinations or other safety assessments. Ongoing AEs were followed until resolution or 30 days after last study drug dose. Serious AEs up to 30 days following the last study visit were followed until the AE or sequelae resolved or stabilized.
Gastrointestinal disorders
Vomiting
0.11%
1/905 • Adverse events (AEs) were reported from start of study participation through the period beyond study completion.
AEs were learned of through spontaneous reports and/or subject interview, or were observed during physical examinations or other safety assessments. Ongoing AEs were followed until resolution or 30 days after last study drug dose. Serious AEs up to 30 days following the last study visit were followed until the AE or sequelae resolved or stabilized.
0.00%
0/296 • Adverse events (AEs) were reported from start of study participation through the period beyond study completion.
AEs were learned of through spontaneous reports and/or subject interview, or were observed during physical examinations or other safety assessments. Ongoing AEs were followed until resolution or 30 days after last study drug dose. Serious AEs up to 30 days following the last study visit were followed until the AE or sequelae resolved or stabilized.
0.00%
0/292 • Adverse events (AEs) were reported from start of study participation through the period beyond study completion.
AEs were learned of through spontaneous reports and/or subject interview, or were observed during physical examinations or other safety assessments. Ongoing AEs were followed until resolution or 30 days after last study drug dose. Serious AEs up to 30 days following the last study visit were followed until the AE or sequelae resolved or stabilized.
General disorders
Chest pain
0.00%
0/905 • Adverse events (AEs) were reported from start of study participation through the period beyond study completion.
AEs were learned of through spontaneous reports and/or subject interview, or were observed during physical examinations or other safety assessments. Ongoing AEs were followed until resolution or 30 days after last study drug dose. Serious AEs up to 30 days following the last study visit were followed until the AE or sequelae resolved or stabilized.
0.34%
1/296 • Adverse events (AEs) were reported from start of study participation through the period beyond study completion.
AEs were learned of through spontaneous reports and/or subject interview, or were observed during physical examinations or other safety assessments. Ongoing AEs were followed until resolution or 30 days after last study drug dose. Serious AEs up to 30 days following the last study visit were followed until the AE or sequelae resolved or stabilized.
0.00%
0/292 • Adverse events (AEs) were reported from start of study participation through the period beyond study completion.
AEs were learned of through spontaneous reports and/or subject interview, or were observed during physical examinations or other safety assessments. Ongoing AEs were followed until resolution or 30 days after last study drug dose. Serious AEs up to 30 days following the last study visit were followed until the AE or sequelae resolved or stabilized.
Hepatobiliary disorders
Cholecystitis
0.00%
0/905 • Adverse events (AEs) were reported from start of study participation through the period beyond study completion.
AEs were learned of through spontaneous reports and/or subject interview, or were observed during physical examinations or other safety assessments. Ongoing AEs were followed until resolution or 30 days after last study drug dose. Serious AEs up to 30 days following the last study visit were followed until the AE or sequelae resolved or stabilized.
0.00%
0/296 • Adverse events (AEs) were reported from start of study participation through the period beyond study completion.
AEs were learned of through spontaneous reports and/or subject interview, or were observed during physical examinations or other safety assessments. Ongoing AEs were followed until resolution or 30 days after last study drug dose. Serious AEs up to 30 days following the last study visit were followed until the AE or sequelae resolved or stabilized.
0.34%
1/292 • Adverse events (AEs) were reported from start of study participation through the period beyond study completion.
AEs were learned of through spontaneous reports and/or subject interview, or were observed during physical examinations or other safety assessments. Ongoing AEs were followed until resolution or 30 days after last study drug dose. Serious AEs up to 30 days following the last study visit were followed until the AE or sequelae resolved or stabilized.
Infections and infestations
Lobar pneumonia
0.00%
0/905 • Adverse events (AEs) were reported from start of study participation through the period beyond study completion.
AEs were learned of through spontaneous reports and/or subject interview, or were observed during physical examinations or other safety assessments. Ongoing AEs were followed until resolution or 30 days after last study drug dose. Serious AEs up to 30 days following the last study visit were followed until the AE or sequelae resolved or stabilized.
0.00%
0/296 • Adverse events (AEs) were reported from start of study participation through the period beyond study completion.
AEs were learned of through spontaneous reports and/or subject interview, or were observed during physical examinations or other safety assessments. Ongoing AEs were followed until resolution or 30 days after last study drug dose. Serious AEs up to 30 days following the last study visit were followed until the AE or sequelae resolved or stabilized.
0.34%
1/292 • Adverse events (AEs) were reported from start of study participation through the period beyond study completion.
AEs were learned of through spontaneous reports and/or subject interview, or were observed during physical examinations or other safety assessments. Ongoing AEs were followed until resolution or 30 days after last study drug dose. Serious AEs up to 30 days following the last study visit were followed until the AE or sequelae resolved or stabilized.
Injury, poisoning and procedural complications
Concussion
0.00%
0/905 • Adverse events (AEs) were reported from start of study participation through the period beyond study completion.
AEs were learned of through spontaneous reports and/or subject interview, or were observed during physical examinations or other safety assessments. Ongoing AEs were followed until resolution or 30 days after last study drug dose. Serious AEs up to 30 days following the last study visit were followed until the AE or sequelae resolved or stabilized.
0.00%
0/296 • Adverse events (AEs) were reported from start of study participation through the period beyond study completion.
AEs were learned of through spontaneous reports and/or subject interview, or were observed during physical examinations or other safety assessments. Ongoing AEs were followed until resolution or 30 days after last study drug dose. Serious AEs up to 30 days following the last study visit were followed until the AE or sequelae resolved or stabilized.
0.34%
1/292 • Adverse events (AEs) were reported from start of study participation through the period beyond study completion.
AEs were learned of through spontaneous reports and/or subject interview, or were observed during physical examinations or other safety assessments. Ongoing AEs were followed until resolution or 30 days after last study drug dose. Serious AEs up to 30 days following the last study visit were followed until the AE or sequelae resolved or stabilized.
Injury, poisoning and procedural complications
Post procedural haemorrhage
0.11%
1/905 • Adverse events (AEs) were reported from start of study participation through the period beyond study completion.
AEs were learned of through spontaneous reports and/or subject interview, or were observed during physical examinations or other safety assessments. Ongoing AEs were followed until resolution or 30 days after last study drug dose. Serious AEs up to 30 days following the last study visit were followed until the AE or sequelae resolved or stabilized.
0.00%
0/296 • Adverse events (AEs) were reported from start of study participation through the period beyond study completion.
AEs were learned of through spontaneous reports and/or subject interview, or were observed during physical examinations or other safety assessments. Ongoing AEs were followed until resolution or 30 days after last study drug dose. Serious AEs up to 30 days following the last study visit were followed until the AE or sequelae resolved or stabilized.
0.00%
0/292 • Adverse events (AEs) were reported from start of study participation through the period beyond study completion.
AEs were learned of through spontaneous reports and/or subject interview, or were observed during physical examinations or other safety assessments. Ongoing AEs were followed until resolution or 30 days after last study drug dose. Serious AEs up to 30 days following the last study visit were followed until the AE or sequelae resolved or stabilized.
Musculoskeletal and connective tissue disorders
Arthritis
0.11%
1/905 • Adverse events (AEs) were reported from start of study participation through the period beyond study completion.
AEs were learned of through spontaneous reports and/or subject interview, or were observed during physical examinations or other safety assessments. Ongoing AEs were followed until resolution or 30 days after last study drug dose. Serious AEs up to 30 days following the last study visit were followed until the AE or sequelae resolved or stabilized.
0.00%
0/296 • Adverse events (AEs) were reported from start of study participation through the period beyond study completion.
AEs were learned of through spontaneous reports and/or subject interview, or were observed during physical examinations or other safety assessments. Ongoing AEs were followed until resolution or 30 days after last study drug dose. Serious AEs up to 30 days following the last study visit were followed until the AE or sequelae resolved or stabilized.
0.00%
0/292 • Adverse events (AEs) were reported from start of study participation through the period beyond study completion.
AEs were learned of through spontaneous reports and/or subject interview, or were observed during physical examinations or other safety assessments. Ongoing AEs were followed until resolution or 30 days after last study drug dose. Serious AEs up to 30 days following the last study visit were followed until the AE or sequelae resolved or stabilized.
Musculoskeletal and connective tissue disorders
Joint effusion
0.11%
1/905 • Adverse events (AEs) were reported from start of study participation through the period beyond study completion.
AEs were learned of through spontaneous reports and/or subject interview, or were observed during physical examinations or other safety assessments. Ongoing AEs were followed until resolution or 30 days after last study drug dose. Serious AEs up to 30 days following the last study visit were followed until the AE or sequelae resolved or stabilized.
0.00%
0/296 • Adverse events (AEs) were reported from start of study participation through the period beyond study completion.
AEs were learned of through spontaneous reports and/or subject interview, or were observed during physical examinations or other safety assessments. Ongoing AEs were followed until resolution or 30 days after last study drug dose. Serious AEs up to 30 days following the last study visit were followed until the AE or sequelae resolved or stabilized.
0.00%
0/292 • Adverse events (AEs) were reported from start of study participation through the period beyond study completion.
AEs were learned of through spontaneous reports and/or subject interview, or were observed during physical examinations or other safety assessments. Ongoing AEs were followed until resolution or 30 days after last study drug dose. Serious AEs up to 30 days following the last study visit were followed until the AE or sequelae resolved or stabilized.
Musculoskeletal and connective tissue disorders
Musculoskeletal chest pain
0.00%
0/905 • Adverse events (AEs) were reported from start of study participation through the period beyond study completion.
AEs were learned of through spontaneous reports and/or subject interview, or were observed during physical examinations or other safety assessments. Ongoing AEs were followed until resolution or 30 days after last study drug dose. Serious AEs up to 30 days following the last study visit were followed until the AE or sequelae resolved or stabilized.
0.00%
0/296 • Adverse events (AEs) were reported from start of study participation through the period beyond study completion.
AEs were learned of through spontaneous reports and/or subject interview, or were observed during physical examinations or other safety assessments. Ongoing AEs were followed until resolution or 30 days after last study drug dose. Serious AEs up to 30 days following the last study visit were followed until the AE or sequelae resolved or stabilized.
0.34%
1/292 • Adverse events (AEs) were reported from start of study participation through the period beyond study completion.
AEs were learned of through spontaneous reports and/or subject interview, or were observed during physical examinations or other safety assessments. Ongoing AEs were followed until resolution or 30 days after last study drug dose. Serious AEs up to 30 days following the last study visit were followed until the AE or sequelae resolved or stabilized.
Neoplasms benign, malignant and unspecified (incl cysts and polyps)
Squamous cell carcinoma of lung
0.00%
0/905 • Adverse events (AEs) were reported from start of study participation through the period beyond study completion.
AEs were learned of through spontaneous reports and/or subject interview, or were observed during physical examinations or other safety assessments. Ongoing AEs were followed until resolution or 30 days after last study drug dose. Serious AEs up to 30 days following the last study visit were followed until the AE or sequelae resolved or stabilized.
0.00%
0/296 • Adverse events (AEs) were reported from start of study participation through the period beyond study completion.
AEs were learned of through spontaneous reports and/or subject interview, or were observed during physical examinations or other safety assessments. Ongoing AEs were followed until resolution or 30 days after last study drug dose. Serious AEs up to 30 days following the last study visit were followed until the AE or sequelae resolved or stabilized.
0.34%
1/292 • Adverse events (AEs) were reported from start of study participation through the period beyond study completion.
AEs were learned of through spontaneous reports and/or subject interview, or were observed during physical examinations or other safety assessments. Ongoing AEs were followed until resolution or 30 days after last study drug dose. Serious AEs up to 30 days following the last study visit were followed until the AE or sequelae resolved or stabilized.
Nervous system disorders
Intracranial aneurysm
0.11%
1/905 • Adverse events (AEs) were reported from start of study participation through the period beyond study completion.
AEs were learned of through spontaneous reports and/or subject interview, or were observed during physical examinations or other safety assessments. Ongoing AEs were followed until resolution or 30 days after last study drug dose. Serious AEs up to 30 days following the last study visit were followed until the AE or sequelae resolved or stabilized.
0.00%
0/296 • Adverse events (AEs) were reported from start of study participation through the period beyond study completion.
AEs were learned of through spontaneous reports and/or subject interview, or were observed during physical examinations or other safety assessments. Ongoing AEs were followed until resolution or 30 days after last study drug dose. Serious AEs up to 30 days following the last study visit were followed until the AE or sequelae resolved or stabilized.
0.00%
0/292 • Adverse events (AEs) were reported from start of study participation through the period beyond study completion.
AEs were learned of through spontaneous reports and/or subject interview, or were observed during physical examinations or other safety assessments. Ongoing AEs were followed until resolution or 30 days after last study drug dose. Serious AEs up to 30 days following the last study visit were followed until the AE or sequelae resolved or stabilized.
Psychiatric disorders
Drug abuse
0.11%
1/905 • Adverse events (AEs) were reported from start of study participation through the period beyond study completion.
AEs were learned of through spontaneous reports and/or subject interview, or were observed during physical examinations or other safety assessments. Ongoing AEs were followed until resolution or 30 days after last study drug dose. Serious AEs up to 30 days following the last study visit were followed until the AE or sequelae resolved or stabilized.
0.00%
0/296 • Adverse events (AEs) were reported from start of study participation through the period beyond study completion.
AEs were learned of through spontaneous reports and/or subject interview, or were observed during physical examinations or other safety assessments. Ongoing AEs were followed until resolution or 30 days after last study drug dose. Serious AEs up to 30 days following the last study visit were followed until the AE or sequelae resolved or stabilized.
0.00%
0/292 • Adverse events (AEs) were reported from start of study participation through the period beyond study completion.
AEs were learned of through spontaneous reports and/or subject interview, or were observed during physical examinations or other safety assessments. Ongoing AEs were followed until resolution or 30 days after last study drug dose. Serious AEs up to 30 days following the last study visit were followed until the AE or sequelae resolved or stabilized.
Psychiatric disorders
Major depression
0.00%
0/905 • Adverse events (AEs) were reported from start of study participation through the period beyond study completion.
AEs were learned of through spontaneous reports and/or subject interview, or were observed during physical examinations or other safety assessments. Ongoing AEs were followed until resolution or 30 days after last study drug dose. Serious AEs up to 30 days following the last study visit were followed until the AE or sequelae resolved or stabilized.
0.34%
1/296 • Adverse events (AEs) were reported from start of study participation through the period beyond study completion.
AEs were learned of through spontaneous reports and/or subject interview, or were observed during physical examinations or other safety assessments. Ongoing AEs were followed until resolution or 30 days after last study drug dose. Serious AEs up to 30 days following the last study visit were followed until the AE or sequelae resolved or stabilized.
0.00%
0/292 • Adverse events (AEs) were reported from start of study participation through the period beyond study completion.
AEs were learned of through spontaneous reports and/or subject interview, or were observed during physical examinations or other safety assessments. Ongoing AEs were followed until resolution or 30 days after last study drug dose. Serious AEs up to 30 days following the last study visit were followed until the AE or sequelae resolved or stabilized.
Reproductive system and breast disorders
Ovarian cyst ruptured
0.11%
1/905 • Adverse events (AEs) were reported from start of study participation through the period beyond study completion.
AEs were learned of through spontaneous reports and/or subject interview, or were observed during physical examinations or other safety assessments. Ongoing AEs were followed until resolution or 30 days after last study drug dose. Serious AEs up to 30 days following the last study visit were followed until the AE or sequelae resolved or stabilized.
0.00%
0/296 • Adverse events (AEs) were reported from start of study participation through the period beyond study completion.
AEs were learned of through spontaneous reports and/or subject interview, or were observed during physical examinations or other safety assessments. Ongoing AEs were followed until resolution or 30 days after last study drug dose. Serious AEs up to 30 days following the last study visit were followed until the AE or sequelae resolved or stabilized.
0.00%
0/292 • Adverse events (AEs) were reported from start of study participation through the period beyond study completion.
AEs were learned of through spontaneous reports and/or subject interview, or were observed during physical examinations or other safety assessments. Ongoing AEs were followed until resolution or 30 days after last study drug dose. Serious AEs up to 30 days following the last study visit were followed until the AE or sequelae resolved or stabilized.
Respiratory, thoracic and mediastinal disorders
Emphysema
0.00%
0/905 • Adverse events (AEs) were reported from start of study participation through the period beyond study completion.
AEs were learned of through spontaneous reports and/or subject interview, or were observed during physical examinations or other safety assessments. Ongoing AEs were followed until resolution or 30 days after last study drug dose. Serious AEs up to 30 days following the last study visit were followed until the AE or sequelae resolved or stabilized.
0.00%
0/296 • Adverse events (AEs) were reported from start of study participation through the period beyond study completion.
AEs were learned of through spontaneous reports and/or subject interview, or were observed during physical examinations or other safety assessments. Ongoing AEs were followed until resolution or 30 days after last study drug dose. Serious AEs up to 30 days following the last study visit were followed until the AE or sequelae resolved or stabilized.
0.34%
1/292 • Adverse events (AEs) were reported from start of study participation through the period beyond study completion.
AEs were learned of through spontaneous reports and/or subject interview, or were observed during physical examinations or other safety assessments. Ongoing AEs were followed until resolution or 30 days after last study drug dose. Serious AEs up to 30 days following the last study visit were followed until the AE or sequelae resolved or stabilized.
Respiratory, thoracic and mediastinal disorders
Respiratory failure
0.00%
0/905 • Adverse events (AEs) were reported from start of study participation through the period beyond study completion.
AEs were learned of through spontaneous reports and/or subject interview, or were observed during physical examinations or other safety assessments. Ongoing AEs were followed until resolution or 30 days after last study drug dose. Serious AEs up to 30 days following the last study visit were followed until the AE or sequelae resolved or stabilized.
0.00%
0/296 • Adverse events (AEs) were reported from start of study participation through the period beyond study completion.
AEs were learned of through spontaneous reports and/or subject interview, or were observed during physical examinations or other safety assessments. Ongoing AEs were followed until resolution or 30 days after last study drug dose. Serious AEs up to 30 days following the last study visit were followed until the AE or sequelae resolved or stabilized.
0.34%
1/292 • Adverse events (AEs) were reported from start of study participation through the period beyond study completion.
AEs were learned of through spontaneous reports and/or subject interview, or were observed during physical examinations or other safety assessments. Ongoing AEs were followed until resolution or 30 days after last study drug dose. Serious AEs up to 30 days following the last study visit were followed until the AE or sequelae resolved or stabilized.
Surgical and medical procedures
Abortion induced
0.11%
1/905 • Adverse events (AEs) were reported from start of study participation through the period beyond study completion.
AEs were learned of through spontaneous reports and/or subject interview, or were observed during physical examinations or other safety assessments. Ongoing AEs were followed until resolution or 30 days after last study drug dose. Serious AEs up to 30 days following the last study visit were followed until the AE or sequelae resolved or stabilized.
0.00%
0/296 • Adverse events (AEs) were reported from start of study participation through the period beyond study completion.
AEs were learned of through spontaneous reports and/or subject interview, or were observed during physical examinations or other safety assessments. Ongoing AEs were followed until resolution or 30 days after last study drug dose. Serious AEs up to 30 days following the last study visit were followed until the AE or sequelae resolved or stabilized.
0.00%
0/292 • Adverse events (AEs) were reported from start of study participation through the period beyond study completion.
AEs were learned of through spontaneous reports and/or subject interview, or were observed during physical examinations or other safety assessments. Ongoing AEs were followed until resolution or 30 days after last study drug dose. Serious AEs up to 30 days following the last study visit were followed until the AE or sequelae resolved or stabilized.

Other adverse events

Other adverse events
Measure
Open-label Run-in Dose-titration Period Hydrocodone Bitartrate
n=905 participants at risk
The open-label run-in dose-titration period was designed to assess subjects' qualification for randomization
Hydrocodone Bitartrate
n=296 participants at risk
Hydrocodone bitartrate (HYD) once daily (q24h) tablets Hydrocodone bitartrate q24h film-coated tablets: Hydrocodone bitartrate q24h film-coated tablets 20 - 120 mg once daily
Placebo
n=292 participants at risk
Placebo to match hydrocodone bitartrate once daily tablets Placebo to match hydrocodone bitartrate q24h tablets: Placebo to match hydrocodone bitartrate q24h film coated tablets 20 - 120 mg once daily
Gastrointestinal disorders
Nausea
15.9%
144/905 • Adverse events (AEs) were reported from start of study participation through the period beyond study completion.
AEs were learned of through spontaneous reports and/or subject interview, or were observed during physical examinations or other safety assessments. Ongoing AEs were followed until resolution or 30 days after last study drug dose. Serious AEs up to 30 days following the last study visit were followed until the AE or sequelae resolved or stabilized.
8.1%
24/296 • Adverse events (AEs) were reported from start of study participation through the period beyond study completion.
AEs were learned of through spontaneous reports and/or subject interview, or were observed during physical examinations or other safety assessments. Ongoing AEs were followed until resolution or 30 days after last study drug dose. Serious AEs up to 30 days following the last study visit were followed until the AE or sequelae resolved or stabilized.
5.5%
16/292 • Adverse events (AEs) were reported from start of study participation through the period beyond study completion.
AEs were learned of through spontaneous reports and/or subject interview, or were observed during physical examinations or other safety assessments. Ongoing AEs were followed until resolution or 30 days after last study drug dose. Serious AEs up to 30 days following the last study visit were followed until the AE or sequelae resolved or stabilized.
Gastrointestinal disorders
Constipation
9.4%
85/905 • Adverse events (AEs) were reported from start of study participation through the period beyond study completion.
AEs were learned of through spontaneous reports and/or subject interview, or were observed during physical examinations or other safety assessments. Ongoing AEs were followed until resolution or 30 days after last study drug dose. Serious AEs up to 30 days following the last study visit were followed until the AE or sequelae resolved or stabilized.
3.4%
10/296 • Adverse events (AEs) were reported from start of study participation through the period beyond study completion.
AEs were learned of through spontaneous reports and/or subject interview, or were observed during physical examinations or other safety assessments. Ongoing AEs were followed until resolution or 30 days after last study drug dose. Serious AEs up to 30 days following the last study visit were followed until the AE or sequelae resolved or stabilized.
2.4%
7/292 • Adverse events (AEs) were reported from start of study participation through the period beyond study completion.
AEs were learned of through spontaneous reports and/or subject interview, or were observed during physical examinations or other safety assessments. Ongoing AEs were followed until resolution or 30 days after last study drug dose. Serious AEs up to 30 days following the last study visit were followed until the AE or sequelae resolved or stabilized.
Gastrointestinal disorders
Vomiting
7.2%
65/905 • Adverse events (AEs) were reported from start of study participation through the period beyond study completion.
AEs were learned of through spontaneous reports and/or subject interview, or were observed during physical examinations or other safety assessments. Ongoing AEs were followed until resolution or 30 days after last study drug dose. Serious AEs up to 30 days following the last study visit were followed until the AE or sequelae resolved or stabilized.
6.1%
18/296 • Adverse events (AEs) were reported from start of study participation through the period beyond study completion.
AEs were learned of through spontaneous reports and/or subject interview, or were observed during physical examinations or other safety assessments. Ongoing AEs were followed until resolution or 30 days after last study drug dose. Serious AEs up to 30 days following the last study visit were followed until the AE or sequelae resolved or stabilized.
3.1%
9/292 • Adverse events (AEs) were reported from start of study participation through the period beyond study completion.
AEs were learned of through spontaneous reports and/or subject interview, or were observed during physical examinations or other safety assessments. Ongoing AEs were followed until resolution or 30 days after last study drug dose. Serious AEs up to 30 days following the last study visit were followed until the AE or sequelae resolved or stabilized.
Nervous system disorders
Dizziness
7.1%
64/905 • Adverse events (AEs) were reported from start of study participation through the period beyond study completion.
AEs were learned of through spontaneous reports and/or subject interview, or were observed during physical examinations or other safety assessments. Ongoing AEs were followed until resolution or 30 days after last study drug dose. Serious AEs up to 30 days following the last study visit were followed until the AE or sequelae resolved or stabilized.
3.0%
9/296 • Adverse events (AEs) were reported from start of study participation through the period beyond study completion.
AEs were learned of through spontaneous reports and/or subject interview, or were observed during physical examinations or other safety assessments. Ongoing AEs were followed until resolution or 30 days after last study drug dose. Serious AEs up to 30 days following the last study visit were followed until the AE or sequelae resolved or stabilized.
1.7%
5/292 • Adverse events (AEs) were reported from start of study participation through the period beyond study completion.
AEs were learned of through spontaneous reports and/or subject interview, or were observed during physical examinations or other safety assessments. Ongoing AEs were followed until resolution or 30 days after last study drug dose. Serious AEs up to 30 days following the last study visit were followed until the AE or sequelae resolved or stabilized.
Nervous system disorders
Headache
6.5%
59/905 • Adverse events (AEs) were reported from start of study participation through the period beyond study completion.
AEs were learned of through spontaneous reports and/or subject interview, or were observed during physical examinations or other safety assessments. Ongoing AEs were followed until resolution or 30 days after last study drug dose. Serious AEs up to 30 days following the last study visit were followed until the AE or sequelae resolved or stabilized.
2.0%
6/296 • Adverse events (AEs) were reported from start of study participation through the period beyond study completion.
AEs were learned of through spontaneous reports and/or subject interview, or were observed during physical examinations or other safety assessments. Ongoing AEs were followed until resolution or 30 days after last study drug dose. Serious AEs up to 30 days following the last study visit were followed until the AE or sequelae resolved or stabilized.
1.7%
5/292 • Adverse events (AEs) were reported from start of study participation through the period beyond study completion.
AEs were learned of through spontaneous reports and/or subject interview, or were observed during physical examinations or other safety assessments. Ongoing AEs were followed until resolution or 30 days after last study drug dose. Serious AEs up to 30 days following the last study visit were followed until the AE or sequelae resolved or stabilized.

Additional Information

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