Trial Outcomes & Findings for A Clinical Trial of Dantrolene Sodium in Pediatric and Adult Patients With Wolfram Syndrome (NCT NCT02829268)

NCT ID: NCT02829268

Last Updated: 2024-03-13

Results Overview

The investigators assess the safety and tolerability of dantrolene sodium administered orally at upper end of therapeutic dose range for 6 months in patients with Wolfram syndrome. More specifically, the investigators perform liver function tests to check the levels of certain enzymes and proteins in participants' blood. Levels that are higher or lower than normal can indicate liver problems. The liver function tests include: Alanine transaminase (ALT), Aspartate transaminase (AST), Alkaline Phosphatase (AP), and bilirubin.

Recruitment status

COMPLETED

Study phase

PHASE1/PHASE2

Target enrollment

21 participants

Primary outcome timeframe

6 months

Results posted on

2024-03-13

Participant Flow

Participant milestones

Participant milestones
Measure
Pediatric
Pediatric patients treated with dantrolene sodium dantrolene sodium: The purpose of this study is to assess the safety and tolerability of dantrolene sodium in patients with Wolfram syndrome. In addition, we will assess the efficacy of dantrolene sodium on the cardinal manifestations of Wolfram syndrome, including visual acuity, remaining beta cell functions, and neurological functions. There is a screening period up to 56 days, a 6-month treatment period with an optional extension phase up to 24 months, and a 4-week safety follow-up period. Study assessments include medical \& medication history, physical exams, neurological exams, eye exams, endocrine exams, vital signs, height, weight, electrocardiograms, blood and urine tests, pregnancy test if applicable, and questionnaires.
Adult
Adult patients treated with dantrolene sodium dantrolene sodium: The purpose of this study is to assess the safety and tolerability of dantrolene sodium in patients with Wolfram syndrome. In addition, we will assess the efficacy of dantrolene sodium on the cardinal manifestations of Wolfram syndrome, including visual acuity, remaining beta cell functions, and neurological functions. There is a screening period up to 56 days, a 6-month treatment period with an optional extension phase up to 24 months, and a 4-week safety follow-up period. Study assessments include medical \& medication history, physical exams, neurological exams, eye exams, endocrine exams, vital signs, height, weight, electrocardiograms, blood and urine tests, pregnancy test if applicable, and questionnaires.
Overall Study
STARTED
8
13
Overall Study
COMPLETED
8
11
Overall Study
NOT COMPLETED
0
2

Reasons for withdrawal

Withdrawal data not reported

Baseline Characteristics

A Clinical Trial of Dantrolene Sodium in Pediatric and Adult Patients With Wolfram Syndrome

Baseline characteristics by cohort

Baseline characteristics by cohort
Measure
Pediatric
n=8 Participants
Pediatric patients treated with dantrolene sodium dantrolene sodium: The purpose of this study is to assess the safety and tolerability of dantrolene sodium in patients with Wolfram syndrome. In addition, we will assess the efficacy of dantrolene sodium on the cardinal manifestations of Wolfram syndrome, including visual acuity, remaining beta cell functions, and neurological functions. There is a screening period up to 56 days, a 6-month treatment period with an optional extension phase up to 24 months, and a 4-week safety follow-up period. Study assessments include medical \& medication history, physical exams, neurological exams, eye exams, endocrine exams, vital signs, height, weight, electrocardiograms, blood and urine tests, pregnancy test if applicable, and questionnaires.
Adult
n=11 Participants
Adult patients treated with dantrolene sodium dantrolene sodium: The purpose of this study is to assess the safety and tolerability of dantrolene sodium in patients with Wolfram syndrome. In addition, we will assess the efficacy of dantrolene sodium on the cardinal manifestations of Wolfram syndrome, including visual acuity, remaining beta cell functions, and neurological functions. There is a screening period up to 56 days, a 6-month treatment period with an optional extension phase up to 24 months, and a 4-week safety follow-up period. Study assessments include medical \& medication history, physical exams, neurological exams, eye exams, endocrine exams, vital signs, height, weight, electrocardiograms, blood and urine tests, pregnancy test if applicable, and questionnaires.
Total
n=19 Participants
Total of all reporting groups
Age, Categorical
<=18 years
8 Participants
n=5 Participants
0 Participants
n=7 Participants
8 Participants
n=5 Participants
Age, Categorical
Between 18 and 65 years
0 Participants
n=5 Participants
11 Participants
n=7 Participants
11 Participants
n=5 Participants
Age, Categorical
>=65 years
0 Participants
n=5 Participants
0 Participants
n=7 Participants
0 Participants
n=5 Participants
Age, Continuous
13 years
n=5 Participants
23 years
n=7 Participants
18 years
n=5 Participants
Sex: Female, Male
Female
6 Participants
n=5 Participants
8 Participants
n=7 Participants
14 Participants
n=5 Participants
Sex: Female, Male
Male
2 Participants
n=5 Participants
3 Participants
n=7 Participants
5 Participants
n=5 Participants
Race (NIH/OMB)
American Indian or Alaska Native
0 Participants
n=5 Participants
0 Participants
n=7 Participants
0 Participants
n=5 Participants
Race (NIH/OMB)
Asian
0 Participants
n=5 Participants
0 Participants
n=7 Participants
0 Participants
n=5 Participants
Race (NIH/OMB)
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0 Participants
n=5 Participants
0 Participants
n=7 Participants
0 Participants
n=5 Participants
Race (NIH/OMB)
Black or African American
0 Participants
n=5 Participants
0 Participants
n=7 Participants
0 Participants
n=5 Participants
Race (NIH/OMB)
White
7 Participants
n=5 Participants
9 Participants
n=7 Participants
16 Participants
n=5 Participants
Race (NIH/OMB)
More than one race
0 Participants
n=5 Participants
0 Participants
n=7 Participants
0 Participants
n=5 Participants
Race (NIH/OMB)
Unknown or Not Reported
1 Participants
n=5 Participants
2 Participants
n=7 Participants
3 Participants
n=5 Participants
Region of Enrollment
United States
8 participants
n=5 Participants
11 participants
n=7 Participants
19 participants
n=5 Participants
Abnormal liver function test results
0 Participants
n=5 Participants
0 Participants
n=7 Participants
0 Participants
n=5 Participants
C-peptide levels in participants during the oral mixed meal tolerance test
0.34 ng/mL
STANDARD_DEVIATION 0.07 • n=5 Participants
0.19 ng/mL
STANDARD_DEVIATION 0.05 • n=7 Participants
0.25 ng/mL
STANDARD_DEVIATION 0.04 • n=5 Participants
Visual Functioning in participants assessed by Visual Functioning Questionnaire-25
68 units on a scale
STANDARD_DEVIATION 2.3 • n=5 Participants
74.3 units on a scale
STANDARD_DEVIATION 1.3 • n=7 Participants
68.8 units on a scale
STANDARD_DEVIATION 3.1 • n=5 Participants
Best-corrected visual acuity in participants measured by LogMar Score
0.6 LogMAR
STANDARD_DEVIATION 0.2 • n=5 Participants
0.8 LogMAR
STANDARD_DEVIATION 0.2 • n=7 Participants
0.7 LogMAR
STANDARD_DEVIATION 0.2 • n=5 Participants
Neurological Functions in participants assessed by the Wolfram Unified Rating Scale (WURS)
21.3 score on a scale
STANDARD_DEVIATION 6.4 • n=5 Participants
20.5 score on a scale
STANDARD_DEVIATION 2.8 • n=7 Participants
20.8 score on a scale
STANDARD_DEVIATION 3.0 • n=5 Participants

PRIMARY outcome

Timeframe: 6 months

The investigators assess the safety and tolerability of dantrolene sodium administered orally at upper end of therapeutic dose range for 6 months in patients with Wolfram syndrome. More specifically, the investigators perform liver function tests to check the levels of certain enzymes and proteins in participants' blood. Levels that are higher or lower than normal can indicate liver problems. The liver function tests include: Alanine transaminase (ALT), Aspartate transaminase (AST), Alkaline Phosphatase (AP), and bilirubin.

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
Pediatric
n=8 Participants
Pediatric patients treated with dantrolene sodium dantrolene sodium: The purpose of this study is to assess the safety and tolerability of dantrolene sodium in patients with Wolfram syndrome. In addition, we will assess the efficacy of dantrolene sodium on the cardinal manifestations of Wolfram syndrome, including visual acuity, remaining beta cell functions, and neurological functions. There is a screening period up to 56 days, a 6-month treatment period with an optional extension phase up to 24 months, and a 4-week safety follow-up period. Study assessments include medical \& medication history, physical exams, neurological exams, eye exams, endocrine exams, vital signs, height, weight, electrocardiograms, blood and urine tests, pregnancy test if applicable, and questionnaires.
Adult
n=11 Participants
Adult patients treated with dantrolene sodium dantrolene sodium: The purpose of this study is to assess the safety and tolerability of dantrolene sodium in patients with Wolfram syndrome. In addition, we will assess the efficacy of dantrolene sodium on the cardinal manifestations of Wolfram syndrome, including visual acuity, remaining beta cell functions, and neurological functions. There is a screening period up to 56 days, a 6-month treatment period with an optional extension phase up to 24 months, and a 4-week safety follow-up period. Study assessments include medical \& medication history, physical exams, neurological exams, eye exams, endocrine exams, vital signs, height, weight, electrocardiograms, blood and urine tests, pregnancy test if applicable, and questionnaires.
Number of Participants With Treatment-related Adverse Events as Assessed by Liver Function Tests
Baseline
0 Participants
0 Participants
Number of Participants With Treatment-related Adverse Events as Assessed by Liver Function Tests
6 months
0 Participants
2 Participants

SECONDARY outcome

Timeframe: 6 months

The investigators determine the effect of dantrolene sodium on residual beta cell functions. The investigators monitor base-line C-peptide levels in participants' blood. The investigators also monitor C-peptide levels in participant's blood during the oral mixed meal tolerance test. The night before the oral mixed meal tolerance test, the participants will turn their insulin pump basal rate to 50% of the normal rate at midnight or take half of their evening dose of Lantus insulin and fasted from midnight until the test at 8 a.m. The mixed meal consists of 6 ml/kg (maximum 360 ml) of Boost Original (Société des Produits Nestlé S.A., Vevey, Switzerland). Blood for glucose and C-peptide measurement will be drawn at time 0 (fasting) and 30 minutes after the Boost. If a subject's fasting glucose exceeds 11.1 mmol/l, the test will not be performed, but fasting glucose and C-peptide will be obtained.

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
Pediatric
n=8 Participants
Pediatric patients treated with dantrolene sodium dantrolene sodium: The purpose of this study is to assess the safety and tolerability of dantrolene sodium in patients with Wolfram syndrome. In addition, we will assess the efficacy of dantrolene sodium on the cardinal manifestations of Wolfram syndrome, including visual acuity, remaining beta cell functions, and neurological functions. There is a screening period up to 56 days, a 6-month treatment period with an optional extension phase up to 24 months, and a 4-week safety follow-up period. Study assessments include medical \& medication history, physical exams, neurological exams, eye exams, endocrine exams, vital signs, height, weight, electrocardiograms, blood and urine tests, pregnancy test if applicable, and questionnaires.
Adult
n=11 Participants
Adult patients treated with dantrolene sodium dantrolene sodium: The purpose of this study is to assess the safety and tolerability of dantrolene sodium in patients with Wolfram syndrome. In addition, we will assess the efficacy of dantrolene sodium on the cardinal manifestations of Wolfram syndrome, including visual acuity, remaining beta cell functions, and neurological functions. There is a screening period up to 56 days, a 6-month treatment period with an optional extension phase up to 24 months, and a 4-week safety follow-up period. Study assessments include medical \& medication history, physical exams, neurological exams, eye exams, endocrine exams, vital signs, height, weight, electrocardiograms, blood and urine tests, pregnancy test if applicable, and questionnaires.
Changes in C-peptide Levels in Participants Assessed by the ELISA Assay
Baseline
0.34 ng/mL
Standard Deviation 0.07
0.19 ng/mL
Standard Deviation 0.05
Changes in C-peptide Levels in Participants Assessed by the ELISA Assay
6 months
0.47 ng/mL
Standard Deviation 0.13
0.30 ng/mL
Standard Deviation 0.09

SECONDARY outcome

Timeframe: 6 months

Changes in Visual Functioning in participants assessed by Visual Functioning Questionnaire-25. The Visual Functioning Questionnaire-25 (VFQ-25) is divided into several subdomains, each assessing a specific aspect of visual functioning and its impact on an individual's life. There are a total of 11 subdomains in the VFQ-25. To calculate the total score on the VFQ-25, we follow these steps: 1. Calculate Subdomain Scores, 2. Weighted Sum 3. Calculate Total Score VFQ-25 provides scores that range from 0 to 100. The total score represents the overall impact of visual functioning on the individual's quality of life, with higher scores indicating better quality of life and less impact from vision problems.

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
Pediatric
n=8 Participants
Pediatric patients treated with dantrolene sodium dantrolene sodium: The purpose of this study is to assess the safety and tolerability of dantrolene sodium in patients with Wolfram syndrome. In addition, we will assess the efficacy of dantrolene sodium on the cardinal manifestations of Wolfram syndrome, including visual acuity, remaining beta cell functions, and neurological functions. There is a screening period up to 56 days, a 6-month treatment period with an optional extension phase up to 24 months, and a 4-week safety follow-up period. Study assessments include medical \& medication history, physical exams, neurological exams, eye exams, endocrine exams, vital signs, height, weight, electrocardiograms, blood and urine tests, pregnancy test if applicable, and questionnaires.
Adult
n=11 Participants
Adult patients treated with dantrolene sodium dantrolene sodium: The purpose of this study is to assess the safety and tolerability of dantrolene sodium in patients with Wolfram syndrome. In addition, we will assess the efficacy of dantrolene sodium on the cardinal manifestations of Wolfram syndrome, including visual acuity, remaining beta cell functions, and neurological functions. There is a screening period up to 56 days, a 6-month treatment period with an optional extension phase up to 24 months, and a 4-week safety follow-up period. Study assessments include medical \& medication history, physical exams, neurological exams, eye exams, endocrine exams, vital signs, height, weight, electrocardiograms, blood and urine tests, pregnancy test if applicable, and questionnaires.
Changes in Visual Functioning in Participants Assessed by Visual Functioning Questionnaire-25.
Baseline
68 units on a scale
Standard Error 2.3
74.3 units on a scale
Standard Error 1.3
Changes in Visual Functioning in Participants Assessed by Visual Functioning Questionnaire-25.
6 months
70.5 units on a scale
Standard Error 2.9
73.5 units on a scale
Standard Error 2.4

SECONDARY outcome

Timeframe: 6 months

Population: Patient 012 was excluded from analysis due to LogMar of 3 (No Light Perception)

Best-corrected visual acuity is assessed using the Snellen optotype and then converted into LogMar Scores (Minimum: -0.30, Maximum: 3.0). A higher LogMar score signifies poorer vision.

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
Pediatric
n=8 Participants
Pediatric patients treated with dantrolene sodium dantrolene sodium: The purpose of this study is to assess the safety and tolerability of dantrolene sodium in patients with Wolfram syndrome. In addition, we will assess the efficacy of dantrolene sodium on the cardinal manifestations of Wolfram syndrome, including visual acuity, remaining beta cell functions, and neurological functions. There is a screening period up to 56 days, a 6-month treatment period with an optional extension phase up to 24 months, and a 4-week safety follow-up period. Study assessments include medical \& medication history, physical exams, neurological exams, eye exams, endocrine exams, vital signs, height, weight, electrocardiograms, blood and urine tests, pregnancy test if applicable, and questionnaires.
Adult
n=10 Participants
Adult patients treated with dantrolene sodium dantrolene sodium: The purpose of this study is to assess the safety and tolerability of dantrolene sodium in patients with Wolfram syndrome. In addition, we will assess the efficacy of dantrolene sodium on the cardinal manifestations of Wolfram syndrome, including visual acuity, remaining beta cell functions, and neurological functions. There is a screening period up to 56 days, a 6-month treatment period with an optional extension phase up to 24 months, and a 4-week safety follow-up period. Study assessments include medical \& medication history, physical exams, neurological exams, eye exams, endocrine exams, vital signs, height, weight, electrocardiograms, blood and urine tests, pregnancy test if applicable, and questionnaires.
Changes in Best-corrected Visual Acuity in Participants Measured by LogMar Score
Baseline
0.6 LogMAR
Standard Error 0.2
0.8 LogMAR
Standard Error 0.2
Changes in Best-corrected Visual Acuity in Participants Measured by LogMar Score
6 months
0.6 LogMAR
Standard Error 0.2
0.9 LogMAR
Standard Error 0.2

SECONDARY outcome

Timeframe: 6 months

Neurological functions are assessed by the Wolfram Unified Rating Scale (WURS). The WURS is divided into the following subscales: Physical Assessment and Behavioral Assessment. Physical Assessment (34 items rated on a scale from 0 = no symptoms to 4 = highest severity, minimum: 0, Maximum: 136) and Behavioral Assessment (9 items rated on frequency and severity from 0 = normal behavior to 3 = highest severity, Minimum: 0, Maximum: 27). Subscale scores are summed to calculate the total scores (minimum: 0, Maximum: 163). Higher total scores indicate more severe neurological manifestations.

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
Pediatric
n=8 Participants
Pediatric patients treated with dantrolene sodium dantrolene sodium: The purpose of this study is to assess the safety and tolerability of dantrolene sodium in patients with Wolfram syndrome. In addition, we will assess the efficacy of dantrolene sodium on the cardinal manifestations of Wolfram syndrome, including visual acuity, remaining beta cell functions, and neurological functions. There is a screening period up to 56 days, a 6-month treatment period with an optional extension phase up to 24 months, and a 4-week safety follow-up period. Study assessments include medical \& medication history, physical exams, neurological exams, eye exams, endocrine exams, vital signs, height, weight, electrocardiograms, blood and urine tests, pregnancy test if applicable, and questionnaires.
Adult
n=11 Participants
Adult patients treated with dantrolene sodium dantrolene sodium: The purpose of this study is to assess the safety and tolerability of dantrolene sodium in patients with Wolfram syndrome. In addition, we will assess the efficacy of dantrolene sodium on the cardinal manifestations of Wolfram syndrome, including visual acuity, remaining beta cell functions, and neurological functions. There is a screening period up to 56 days, a 6-month treatment period with an optional extension phase up to 24 months, and a 4-week safety follow-up period. Study assessments include medical \& medication history, physical exams, neurological exams, eye exams, endocrine exams, vital signs, height, weight, electrocardiograms, blood and urine tests, pregnancy test if applicable, and questionnaires.
Changes in Neurological Functions in Participants Assessed by the Wolfram Unified Rating Scale (WURS)
Baseline
21.3 score on a scale
Standard Error 6.4
20.5 score on a scale
Standard Error 2.8
Changes in Neurological Functions in Participants Assessed by the Wolfram Unified Rating Scale (WURS)
6 months
18.4 score on a scale
Standard Error 5.7
18.6 score on a scale
Standard Error 4.5

Adverse Events

Pediatric

Serious events: 0 serious events
Other events: 8 other events
Deaths: 0 deaths

Adult

Serious events: 0 serious events
Other events: 11 other events
Deaths: 0 deaths

Serious adverse events

Adverse event data not reported

Other adverse events

Other adverse events
Measure
Pediatric
n=8 participants at risk
Pediatric patients treated with dantrolene sodium dantrolene sodium: The purpose of this study is to assess the safety and tolerability of dantrolene sodium in patients with Wolfram syndrome. In addition, we will assess the efficacy of dantrolene sodium on the cardinal manifestations of Wolfram syndrome, including visual acuity, remaining beta cell functions, and neurological functions. There is a screening period up to 56 days, a 6-month treatment period and a 4-week safety follow-up period. Study assessments include medical \& medication history, physical exams, neurological exams, eye exams, endocrine exams, vital signs, height, weight, electrocardiograms, blood and urine tests, pregnancy test if applicable, and questionnaires.
Adult
n=11 participants at risk
Adult patients treated with dantrolene sodium dantrolene sodium: The purpose of this study is to assess the safety and tolerability of dantrolene sodium in patients with Wolfram syndrome. In addition, we will assess the efficacy of dantrolene sodium on the cardinal manifestations of Wolfram syndrome, including visual acuity, remaining beta cell functions, and neurological functions. There is a screening period up to 56 days, a 6-month treatment period, and a 4-week safety follow-up period. Study assessments include medical \& medication history, physical exams, neurological exams, eye exams, endocrine exams, vital signs, height, weight, electrocardiograms, blood and urine tests, pregnancy test if applicable, and questionnaires.
Gastrointestinal disorders
Diarrhea
25.0%
2/8 • 6 months
27.3%
3/11 • 6 months
Nervous system disorders
Weakness
37.5%
3/8 • 6 months
9.1%
1/11 • 6 months
Nervous system disorders
Dizziness
25.0%
2/8 • 6 months
9.1%
1/11 • 6 months
Hepatobiliary disorders
Elevated Hepatic enzymes
0.00%
0/8 • 6 months
18.2%
2/11 • 6 months
Gastrointestinal disorders
Nausea
0.00%
0/8 • 6 months
18.2%
2/11 • 6 months
Gastrointestinal disorders
Gastrointestinal upset
12.5%
1/8 • 6 months
9.1%
1/11 • 6 months
Skin and subcutaneous tissue disorders
Rash
12.5%
1/8 • 6 months
9.1%
1/11 • 6 months
Endocrine disorders
Hypoglycemia (mild)
37.5%
3/8 • 6 months
36.4%
4/11 • 6 months
Nervous system disorders
Headaches
25.0%
2/8 • 6 months
36.4%
4/11 • 6 months
Renal and urinary disorders
hyponatremia
12.5%
1/8 • 6 months
27.3%
3/11 • 6 months
Endocrine disorders
Hyperglycemia
25.0%
2/8 • 6 months
9.1%
1/11 • 6 months
Renal and urinary disorders
Urinary Tract Infection
12.5%
1/8 • 6 months
27.3%
3/11 • 6 months
Renal and urinary disorders
Hyperkalemia
12.5%
1/8 • 6 months
0.00%
0/11 • 6 months
Renal and urinary disorders
Urinary Retention
12.5%
1/8 • 6 months
0.00%
0/11 • 6 months
Respiratory, thoracic and mediastinal disorders
Influenza
12.5%
1/8 • 6 months
9.1%
1/11 • 6 months
Respiratory, thoracic and mediastinal disorders
Rhinovirus infection
12.5%
1/8 • 6 months
0.00%
0/11 • 6 months
Infections and infestations
Knee Infection
12.5%
1/8 • 6 months
0.00%
0/11 • 6 months
Nervous system disorders
Tics
12.5%
1/8 • 6 months
0.00%
0/11 • 6 months
Skin and subcutaneous tissue disorders
Knee Effusions
12.5%
1/8 • 6 months
0.00%
0/11 • 6 months
Injury, poisoning and procedural complications
Hit by car
0.00%
0/8 • 6 months
9.1%
1/11 • 6 months
Nervous system disorders
Fatigue
37.5%
3/8 • 6 months
45.5%
5/11 • 6 months

Additional Information

Fumihiko Urano, MD, PhD

Washington University School of Medicine, Department of Medicine, Division of Endocrinology

Phone: 314-362-8683

Results disclosure agreements

  • Principal investigator is a sponsor employee
  • Publication restrictions are in place