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B-cell Depletion Using the Monoclonal Anti-CD20 Antibody Rituximab in Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

This study is ongoing, but not recruiting participants.
Sponsor:
Information provided by (Responsible Party):
Haukeland University Hospital
ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier:
NCT01156909
First received: July 2, 2010
Last updated: September 7, 2012
Last verified: September 2012
History of Changes

July 2, 2010
September 7, 2012
October 2010
December 2013   (final data collection date for primary outcome measure)
Symptom alleviation, as compared to baseline, measured by standardized self-reports and quality of life schemes. [ Time Frame: Major response of at least six weeks duration, independent on when occuring, during the follow-up period. ] [ Designated as safety issue: Yes ]
The primary endpoint is defined as major response of the CFS symptoms, of at least six weeks duration, independent on when during 36 months follow-up the response period(s) occurs. Single such response periods, and the sum of these, are recorded.
Same as current
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Symptom alleviation, as compared to baseline, measured by standardized self-reports and quality of life schemes. [ Time Frame: At 3, 6, 10, 15, 20, 24, 30, 36 months after intervention ] [ Designated as safety issue: Yes ]
The secondary outcome measures are effect on the CFS symptoms, by evaluation at 3, 6, 10, 15, 20, 24, 30, and 36 months after first intervention (i.e. first Rituximab infusion)
Same as current
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B-cell Depletion Using the Monoclonal Anti-CD20 Antibody Rituximab in Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
B-lymphocyte Depletion Using the Monoclonal Anti-CD20 Antibody Rituximab in Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. An Open Label Phase II Study With Rituximab Induction and Maintenance Treatment

Based on pilot patient observations, and experience from the prior study KTS-1-2008, the investigators anticipate that chronic fatigue syndrome patients may benefit from B-cell depletion therapy using Rituximab induction with maintenance treatment.

The hypothesis is that at least a subset of CFS patients have an activated immune system involving B-lymphocytes, and that prolonged B-cell depletion may alleviate symptoms.
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Interventional
Phase 2
Endpoint Classification: Safety/Efficacy Study
Intervention Model: Single Group Assignment
Masking: Open Label
Primary Purpose: Treatment
  • Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
  • Myalgic Encephalomyelitis
Drug: Rituximab

Two infusions of Rituximab 500 mg/m2 (max 1000 mg) given two weeks apart, followed by maintenance Rituximab infusions 500 mg/m2 (max 1000 mg) at 3, 6, 10, and 15 months.

Approved amendment: for patients with gradual improvement in CFS/ME symptoms after 12 months follow-up, but not having reached a clear response, up to 6 additional Rituximab infusions (500 mg/m2, max 1000 mg) may be given during the following 12 months period.
Experimental: Rituximab
Rituximab induction using two infusions (500mg/m2, max 1000 mg) two weeks apart, followed by maintenance Rituximab infusions (500 mg/m2, max 1000 mg) after 3, 6, 10 and 15 months.
Intervention: Drug: Rituximab
Fluge Ø, Mella O. Clinical impact of B-cell depletion with the anti-CD20 antibody rituximab in chronic fatigue syndrome: a preliminary case series. BMC Neurol. 2009 Jul 1;9:28.

*   Includes publications given by the data provider as well as publications identified by ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier (NCT Number) in Medline.
 
Active, not recruiting
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December 2013
December 2013   (final data collection date for primary outcome measure)

Inclusion Criteria:

  • patients with CFS
  • age 18-66 years
  • informed consent

Exclusion Criteria:

  • patients with fatigue, not fulfilling criteria for CFS
  • pregnancy or lactation
  • previous malignant disease except basal cell carcinoma of skin and cervical carcinoma in situ
  • previous major immunological disease, except autoimmune diseases such as diabetes mellitus or thyroiditis
  • previous long-term use of immunosuppressive drugs, except steroids e.g. in obstructive lunge disease
  • endogenous depression
  • lack of ability to comply by the protocol
  • multi-allergy with risk of serious drug reaction
  • reduced renal function (creatinin > 1.5 x UNL)
  • reduced liver function (bilirubin or transaminases > 1.5 x UNL)
  • HIV positivity
  • evidence of clinically significant infection
Both
18 Years to 66 Years
No
Contact information is only displayed when the study is recruiting subjects
Norway
 
NCT01156909
2010/1318
No
Haukeland University Hospital
Haukeland University Hospital
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Principal Investigator: Olav Mella, PhD, MD Haukeland University Hospital
Haukeland University Hospital
September 2012

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