Trial Outcomes & Findings for A Study to Evaluate the Efficacy of Sativex in Relieving Symptoms of Spasticity Due to Multiple Sclerosis (NCT NCT01599234)

NCT ID: NCT01599234

Last Updated: 2023-05-03

Results Overview

The average spasticity NRS was completed at the same time each day, i.e. bedtime in the evening. The subject was asked "on a scale of '0 to 10', please indicate the number that best describes your spasticity in the last 24 hours" where 0 = no spasticity and 10 = worst possible spasticity. A negative value indicates an improvement in pain score from baseline.

Recruitment status

COMPLETED

Study phase

PHASE3

Target enrollment

337 participants

Primary outcome timeframe

0-15 weeks

Results posted on

2023-05-03

Participant Flow

Participant milestones

Participant milestones
Measure
Sativex
Contains Δ9 tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), 27 mg/ml: cannabidiol (CBD), 25 mg/ml delivered in 100 microlitre actuations by a pump action oromucosal spray. Maximum permitted dose was 24 actuations (THC 65 mg: CBD 60 mg) in 24 hours.
Placebo
Contains no active drug but colourants and excipients. Maximum permitted dose was 24 actuations in 24 hours.
Overall Study
STARTED
167
170
Overall Study
COMPLETED
150
155
Overall Study
NOT COMPLETED
17
15

Reasons for withdrawal

Reasons for withdrawal
Measure
Sativex
Contains Δ9 tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), 27 mg/ml: cannabidiol (CBD), 25 mg/ml delivered in 100 microlitre actuations by a pump action oromucosal spray. Maximum permitted dose was 24 actuations (THC 65 mg: CBD 60 mg) in 24 hours.
Placebo
Contains no active drug but colourants and excipients. Maximum permitted dose was 24 actuations in 24 hours.
Overall Study
Adverse Event
9
5
Overall Study
Withdrawal by Subject
2
1
Overall Study
Lost to Follow-up
1
2
Overall Study
Lack of Efficacy
2
4
Overall Study
Unable to operate spray
1
0
Overall Study
Sponsor request as creatinine levels <50
0
1
Overall Study
Death
1
0
Overall Study
Patient would not stop driving
1
0
Overall Study
Contra-indication discovered
0
1
Overall Study
Pregnancy
0
1

Baseline Characteristics

A Study to Evaluate the Efficacy of Sativex in Relieving Symptoms of Spasticity Due to Multiple Sclerosis

Baseline characteristics by cohort

Baseline characteristics by cohort
Measure
Sativex
n=167 Participants
Contains Δ9 tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), 27 mg/ml: cannabidiol (CBD), 25 mg/ml delivered in 100 microlitre actuations by a pump action oromucosal spray. Maximum permitted dose was 24 actuations (THC 65 mg: CBD 60 mg) in 24 hours.
Placebo
n=170 Participants
Contains no active drug but colourants and excipients. Maximum permitted dose was 24 actuations in 24 hours.
Total
n=337 Participants
Total of all reporting groups
Age, Categorical
<=18 years
0 Participants
n=5 Participants
0 Participants
n=7 Participants
0 Participants
n=5 Participants
Age, Categorical
Between 18 and 65 years
162 Participants
n=5 Participants
168 Participants
n=7 Participants
330 Participants
n=5 Participants
Age, Categorical
>=65 years
5 Participants
n=5 Participants
2 Participants
n=7 Participants
7 Participants
n=5 Participants
Age, Continuous
48.0 years
STANDARD_DEVIATION 10.06 • n=5 Participants
47.1 years
STANDARD_DEVIATION 9.15 • n=7 Participants
47.5 years
STANDARD_DEVIATION 9.61 • n=5 Participants
Sex: Female, Male
Female
106 Participants
n=5 Participants
101 Participants
n=7 Participants
207 Participants
n=5 Participants
Sex: Female, Male
Male
61 Participants
n=5 Participants
69 Participants
n=7 Participants
130 Participants
n=5 Participants
Region of Enrollment
United Kingdom
65 participants
n=5 Participants
63 participants
n=7 Participants
128 participants
n=5 Participants
Region of Enrollment
Czech Republic
102 participants
n=5 Participants
107 participants
n=7 Participants
209 participants
n=5 Participants

PRIMARY outcome

Timeframe: 0-15 weeks

Population: All subjects who were randomised, received at least one actuation of study medication and had on-treatment efficacy data were included in the analysis

The average spasticity NRS was completed at the same time each day, i.e. bedtime in the evening. The subject was asked "on a scale of '0 to 10', please indicate the number that best describes your spasticity in the last 24 hours" where 0 = no spasticity and 10 = worst possible spasticity. A negative value indicates an improvement in pain score from baseline.

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
Sativex
n=166 Participants
Contains Δ9 tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), 27 mg/ml: cannabidiol (CBD), 25 mg/ml delivered in 100 microlitre actuations by a pump action oromucosal spray. Maximum permitted dose was 24 actuations (THC 65 mg: CBD 60 mg) in 24 hours.
Placebo
n=169 Participants
Contains no active drug but colourants and excipients. Maximum permitted dose was 24 actuations in 24 hours.
Change From Baseline in Mean Spasticity 0-10 Numerical Rating Scale (NRS) Score During the Last 14 Day of Treatment (End of Treatment)
-1.22 units on a scale
Standard Deviation 1.76
-0.91 units on a scale
Standard Deviation 1.72

SECONDARY outcome

Timeframe: 0-15 weeks

Population: All subjects who were randomised, received at least one actuation of study medication and had on-treatment efficacy data were included in the analysis

The cumulative response to treatment was the percentage change from baseline in the mean NRS spasticity score as defined as the 30% response. The spasticity NRS was completed at the same time each day, i.e. bedtime in the evening. The subject was asked "on a scale of '0 to 10', please indicate the number that best describes your spasticity in the last 24 hours" where 0 = no spasticity and 10 = worst possible spasticity. The number of responders at the 30% level is presented.

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
Sativex
n=166 Participants
Contains Δ9 tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), 27 mg/ml: cannabidiol (CBD), 25 mg/ml delivered in 100 microlitre actuations by a pump action oromucosal spray. Maximum permitted dose was 24 actuations (THC 65 mg: CBD 60 mg) in 24 hours.
Placebo
n=169 Participants
Contains no active drug but colourants and excipients. Maximum permitted dose was 24 actuations in 24 hours.
Number of Subjects With a 30% or Greater Improvement in Mean Spasticity 0-10 NRS Score at the End of Treatment Compared to Baseline
51 participants
42 participants

SECONDARY outcome

Timeframe: Day 0 (Randomisation) and Day 99 (End of Treatment)

Population: All subjects who were randomised, received at least one actuation of study medication and had on-treatment efficacy data were included in the analysis

All 20 muscle groups were assessed for spasticity (using a 1-5 scale): 1= no increase in muscle tone to 5= passive movement is difficult and affected part is rigid in flexion or extension. The score for all 20 muscle groups were added to give a total score out of 100; minimum score was 20. A decrease in score indicates an improvement in condition.

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
Sativex
n=156 Participants
Contains Δ9 tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), 27 mg/ml: cannabidiol (CBD), 25 mg/ml delivered in 100 microlitre actuations by a pump action oromucosal spray. Maximum permitted dose was 24 actuations (THC 65 mg: CBD 60 mg) in 24 hours.
Placebo
n=160 Participants
Contains no active drug but colourants and excipients. Maximum permitted dose was 24 actuations in 24 hours.
Change From Baseline in the Mean Modified Ashworth Scale Score at the End of Treatment
-3.3 units on a scale
Standard Deviation 9.25
-2.8 units on a scale
Standard Deviation 7.81

SECONDARY outcome

Timeframe: 0-15 weeks

Population: All subjects who were randomised, received at least one actuation of study medication and had on-treatment efficacy data were included in the analysis

The sleep disruption NRS was completed at the same time each day, i.e. bedtime in the evening. The subject was asked "on a scale of '0 to 10', please indicate how your spasticity disrupted your sleep last night?" where 0 = did not disrupt sleep and 10 = completely disrupted (unable to sleep at all). A negative value indicates an improvement in sleep disruption score from baseline.

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
Sativex
n=124 Participants
Contains Δ9 tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), 27 mg/ml: cannabidiol (CBD), 25 mg/ml delivered in 100 microlitre actuations by a pump action oromucosal spray. Maximum permitted dose was 24 actuations (THC 65 mg: CBD 60 mg) in 24 hours.
Placebo
n=139 Participants
Contains no active drug but colourants and excipients. Maximum permitted dose was 24 actuations in 24 hours.
Change From Baseline in Mean Sleep Quality 0-10 NRS During the Last 14 Days of Treatment (End of Treatment)
-0.7 units on a scale
Standard Deviation 2.85
-0.6 units on a scale
Standard Deviation 2.37

SECONDARY outcome

Timeframe: 0-15 weeks

Population: All subjects who were randomised, received at least one actuation of study medication and had on-treatment efficacy data were included in the analysis, as were a further two subjects who were excluded from the full analysis set (used for the efficacy analysis) as a result of no on-treatment efficacy data

The number of subjects who experienced and adverse event during the course of the study is presented

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
Sativex
n=167 Participants
Contains Δ9 tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), 27 mg/ml: cannabidiol (CBD), 25 mg/ml delivered in 100 microlitre actuations by a pump action oromucosal spray. Maximum permitted dose was 24 actuations (THC 65 mg: CBD 60 mg) in 24 hours.
Placebo
n=170 Participants
Contains no active drug but colourants and excipients. Maximum permitted dose was 24 actuations in 24 hours.
Incidence of Adverse Events as a Measure of Subject Safety
156 participants
132 participants

SECONDARY outcome

Timeframe: Day 0 (Randomisation) and Day 99 (End of Treatment)

Population: All subjects who were randomised, received at least one actuation of study medication and had on-treatment efficacy data were included in the analysis

Only those subjects for whom it was appropriate (i.e. ambulatory subjects) were timed how long it took to walk 10 metres. Walk time was only assessed for subjects who successfully completed the Timed 10 Metre Walk. A negative difference from baseline indicates an improvement walk time.

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
Sativex
n=115 Participants
Contains Δ9 tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), 27 mg/ml: cannabidiol (CBD), 25 mg/ml delivered in 100 microlitre actuations by a pump action oromucosal spray. Maximum permitted dose was 24 actuations (THC 65 mg: CBD 60 mg) in 24 hours.
Placebo
n=120 Participants
Contains no active drug but colourants and excipients. Maximum permitted dose was 24 actuations in 24 hours.
Change From Baseline in Mean Timed 10 Metre Walk Time at the End of Treatment
-2.1 time (seconds)
Standard Deviation 17.37
9.3 time (seconds)
Standard Deviation 63.56

SECONDARY outcome

Timeframe: Day 99 (end of treatment)

Population: All subjects who were randomised, received at least one actuation of study medication and had on-treatment efficacy data were included in the analysis, as were a further two subjects who were excluded from the full analysis set as a result of no on-treatment efficacy data

The carer of the subject gave their opinion of any noticeable change in the subject's overall functional ability at the end of the study. A 7-point Likert-type scale was used, with the markers "very much improved, much improved, slightly improved, no change, slightly worse, much worse or very much worse". The number of carers who reported an improvement at the end of treatment is presented.

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
Sativex
n=167 Participants
Contains Δ9 tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), 27 mg/ml: cannabidiol (CBD), 25 mg/ml delivered in 100 microlitre actuations by a pump action oromucosal spray. Maximum permitted dose was 24 actuations (THC 65 mg: CBD 60 mg) in 24 hours.
Placebo
n=170 Participants
Contains no active drug but colourants and excipients. Maximum permitted dose was 24 actuations in 24 hours.
Carer Global Impression of Change at the End of Treatment
72 participants
56 participants

SECONDARY outcome

Timeframe: Day 0 (Randomisation) and Day 99 (End of Treatment)

Population: All subjects who were randomised, received at least one actuation of study medication and had on-treatment efficacy data were included in the analysis

The Barthel Index consists of 10 items that measure a person's daily functioning specifically the activities of daily living and mobility. The items include feeding, moving from wheelchair to bed and return, grooming, transferring to and from a toilet, bathing, walking on level surface, going up and down stairs, dressing, continence of bowels and bladder. The person receives a score based on whether they have received help while doing the task. The scores for each of the items are summed to create a total score of 100. An increase in score indicates an improvement.

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
Sativex
n=162 Participants
Contains Δ9 tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), 27 mg/ml: cannabidiol (CBD), 25 mg/ml delivered in 100 microlitre actuations by a pump action oromucosal spray. Maximum permitted dose was 24 actuations (THC 65 mg: CBD 60 mg) in 24 hours.
Placebo
n=165 Participants
Contains no active drug but colourants and excipients. Maximum permitted dose was 24 actuations in 24 hours.
Change From Baseline in the Mean Total Barthel Activities of Daily Living Index Score at the End of Treatment
-0.1 units on a scale
Standard Deviation 10.26
0.5 units on a scale
Standard Deviation 8.05

SECONDARY outcome

Timeframe: 0 - 15 weeks

Population: All subjects who were randomised, received at least one actuation of study medication and had on-treatment efficacy data were included in the analysis

The cumulative response to treatment was the percentage change from baseline in the mean NRS spasticity score as defined as the 50% response. The spasticity NRS was completed at the same time each day, i.e. bedtime in the evening. The subject was asked "on a scale of '0 to 10', please indicate the number that best describes your spasticity in the last 24 hours" where 0 = no spasticity and 10 = worst possible spasticity. The number of responders at the 50% level is presented.

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
Sativex
n=166 Participants
Contains Δ9 tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), 27 mg/ml: cannabidiol (CBD), 25 mg/ml delivered in 100 microlitre actuations by a pump action oromucosal spray. Maximum permitted dose was 24 actuations (THC 65 mg: CBD 60 mg) in 24 hours.
Placebo
n=169 Participants
Contains no active drug but colourants and excipients. Maximum permitted dose was 24 actuations in 24 hours.
Number of Subjects With a 50% or Greater Improvement in Mean Spasticity 0-10 NRS Score at the End of Treatment Compared to Baseline
21 participants
18 participants

Adverse Events

Sativex

Serious events: 15 serious events
Other events: 156 other events
Deaths: 0 deaths

Placebo

Serious events: 7 serious events
Other events: 132 other events
Deaths: 0 deaths

Serious adverse events

Serious adverse events
Measure
Sativex
n=167 participants at risk
Contains Δ9 tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), 27 mg/ml: cannabidiol (CBD), 25 mg/ml delivered in 100 microlitre actuations by a pump action oromucosal spray. Maximum permitted dose was 24 actuations (THC 65 mg: CBD 60 mg) in 24 hours.
Placebo
n=170 participants at risk
Contains no active drug but colourants and excipients. Maximum permitted dose was 24 actuations in 24 hours.
General disorders
Irritability
0.60%
1/167 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
0.00%
0/170 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
General disorders
Asthenia
0.60%
1/167 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
0.00%
0/170 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
Infections and infestations
Urinary Tract Infection
1.8%
3/167 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
1.2%
2/170 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
Infections and infestations
Orchitis
0.60%
1/167 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
0.00%
0/170 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
Infections and infestations
Erysipelas
0.00%
0/167 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
1.2%
2/170 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
Infections and infestations
Sepsis
0.00%
0/167 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
1.2%
2/170 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
Injury, poisoning and procedural complications
Burns third degree
0.60%
1/167 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
0.00%
0/170 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
Injury, poisoning and procedural complications
Fall
0.60%
1/167 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
0.00%
0/170 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
Injury, poisoning and procedural complications
Foot Fracture
0.60%
1/167 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
0.00%
0/170 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
Injury, poisoning and procedural complications
Road Traffic Accident
0.00%
0/167 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
0.59%
1/170 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
Metabolism and nutrition disorders
Dehydration
0.60%
1/167 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
0.00%
0/170 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
Metabolism and nutrition disorders
Tetany
0.00%
0/167 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
0.59%
1/170 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
Musculoskeletal and connective tissue disorders
Muscle Spasms
0.60%
1/167 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
0.00%
0/170 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
Neoplasms benign, malignant and unspecified (incl cysts and polyps)
Colon Cancer
0.60%
1/167 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
0.00%
0/170 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
Neoplasms benign, malignant and unspecified (incl cysts and polyps)
Metastases to Liver
0.60%
1/167 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
0.00%
0/170 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
Neoplasms benign, malignant and unspecified (incl cysts and polyps)
Oesophageal Adenocarcinoma Metastatic
0.60%
1/167 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
0.00%
0/170 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
Nervous system disorders
Multiple Sclerosis Relapse
1.2%
2/167 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
0.59%
1/170 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
Nervous system disorders
Epilepsy
0.60%
1/167 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
0.00%
0/170 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
Nervous system disorders
Muscle Spasticity
0.60%
1/167 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
0.00%
0/170 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
Nervous system disorders
Somnolence
0.60%
1/167 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
0.00%
0/170 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
Psychiatric disorders
Aggression
0.60%
1/167 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
0.00%
0/170 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
Psychiatric disorders
Agitation
0.60%
1/167 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
0.00%
0/170 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
Psychiatric disorders
Confusional State
0.60%
1/167 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
0.00%
0/170 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
Psychiatric disorders
Depression
0.60%
1/167 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
0.00%
0/170 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
Psychiatric disorders
Drug Dependence
0.60%
1/167 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
0.00%
0/170 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
Psychiatric disorders
Insomnia
0.60%
1/167 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
0.00%
0/170 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
Psychiatric disorders
Paranoia
0.60%
1/167 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
0.00%
0/170 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
Psychiatric disorders
Suicidal Ideation
0.60%
1/167 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
0.00%
0/170 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
Psychiatric disorders
Delusions
0.60%
1/167 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
0.00%
0/170 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
Psychiatric disorders
Depression Worsened
0.60%
1/167 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
0.00%
0/170 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
Renal and urinary disorders
Urinary Retention
0.60%
1/167 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
0.59%
1/170 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
Respiratory, thoracic and mediastinal disorders
Haemoptysis
0.60%
1/167 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
0.00%
0/170 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
Skin and subcutaneous tissue disorders
Decubitus Ulcer
0.60%
1/167 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
0.00%
0/170 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
Vascular disorders
Peripheral Ischaemia
0.60%
1/167 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
0.00%
0/170 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
Vascular disorders
Phlebothrombosis
0.00%
0/167 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
0.59%
1/170 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.

Other adverse events

Other adverse events
Measure
Sativex
n=167 participants at risk
Contains Δ9 tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), 27 mg/ml: cannabidiol (CBD), 25 mg/ml delivered in 100 microlitre actuations by a pump action oromucosal spray. Maximum permitted dose was 24 actuations (THC 65 mg: CBD 60 mg) in 24 hours.
Placebo
n=170 participants at risk
Contains no active drug but colourants and excipients. Maximum permitted dose was 24 actuations in 24 hours.
Nervous system disorders
Dizziness
31.7%
53/167 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
10.0%
17/170 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
Nervous system disorders
Somnolence
14.4%
24/167 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
4.1%
7/170 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
Nervous system disorders
Muscle Spasticity
10.2%
17/167 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
7.6%
13/170 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
Nervous system disorders
Headache
9.0%
15/167 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
5.9%
10/170 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
Nervous system disorders
Dysgeusia
5.4%
9/167 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
0.00%
0/170 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
Nervous system disorders
Disturbance in Attention
4.2%
7/167 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
0.00%
0/170 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
Nervous system disorders
Dysarthria
4.2%
7/167 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
0.00%
0/170 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
Nervous system disorders
Multiple Sclerosis Relapse
3.0%
5/167 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
2.9%
5/170 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
General disorders
Fatigue
25.1%
42/167 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
18.8%
32/170 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
General disorders
Asthenia
15.6%
26/167 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
6.5%
11/170 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
General disorders
Feeling Abnormal
3.6%
6/167 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
0.59%
1/170 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
General disorders
Malaise
3.6%
6/167 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
0.59%
1/170 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
Gastrointestinal disorders
Nausea
31.7%
53/167 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
10.0%
17/170 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
Gastrointestinal disorders
Dry Mouth
14.4%
24/167 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
4.1%
7/170 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
Gastrointestinal disorders
Diarrhoea
9.0%
15/167 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
5.9%
10/170 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
Gastrointestinal disorders
Vomiting
5.4%
9/167 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
0.00%
0/170 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
Gastrointestinal disorders
Dyspepsia
4.2%
7/167 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
0.00%
0/170 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
Gastrointestinal disorders
Constipation
4.2%
7/167 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
0.00%
0/170 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
Psychiatric disorders
Insomnia
2.4%
4/167 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
2.9%
5/170 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
Psychiatric disorders
Anxiety
0.60%
1/167 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
2.9%
5/170 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
Infections and infestations
Urinary Tract Infection Not Otherwise Specified
11.4%
19/167 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
12.4%
21/170 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
Ear and labyrinth disorders
Vertigo
11.4%
19/167 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
4.1%
7/170 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
Musculoskeletal and connective tissue disorders
Back Pain
4.2%
7/167 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
0.59%
1/170 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
Musculoskeletal and connective tissue disorders
Muscle Spasms
4.2%
7/167 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.
2.9%
5/170 • All adverse events occurring from the time of consent to post study follow up were collected (Days 0 - 134). All deaths and serious adverse events occurring within 28 days of the final dose of study medication were also collected.
All adverse occurring during the study were reported on the running logs at the back of the study case report form.

Additional Information

Mr Richard Potts, Clinical Operations Director

GW Pharma Ltd.

Phone: 0044 1223 266800

Results disclosure agreements

  • Principal investigator is a sponsor employee GW will coordinate the dissemination of data from this study and may solicit input and assistance from the principal investigator. All publications, for example manuscripts, abstracts, oral/slide presentations or book chapters based on this study, must be submitted to GW for corporate review before release.
  • Publication restrictions are in place

Restriction type: OTHER