A Double-Blind, Double-Dummy Phase 2 Randomized Study to Evaluate the Efficacy and Safety of Ruxolitinib Versus Anagrelide in Subjects with Essential Thrombocythemia Who are Resistant to or Intolerant of Hydroxyurea
Sponsor: |
Incyte Corporation |
Enrolling: |
Male and Female Patients |
IRB Number: |
AAAR3247 |
U.S. Govt. ID: |
NCT03123588 |
Contact: |
Research Nurse Navigator: 212-342-5162 / cancerclinicaltrials@cumc.columbia.edu |
The purpose of this study is to compare the safety, tolerability, and effectiveness of ruxolitinib, an investigational drug, compared to anagrelide, an FDA approved drug. Investigational means that the study drug has not been approved by the FDA for treatment of ET. Patients will be assigned to one of two groups. Group A will receive ruxolitinib and placebo; Group B will receive anagrelide and placebo.
This study is closed
Investigator
Mark Heaney, MD, PhD
Are you 18 years or older? |
Yes |
No |
Have you been diagnosed with elevated thrombocythemia (too many platelets, leading to abnormal blood clotting or bleeding)? |
Yes |
No |
Are you able to walk, care for yourself, and do light physical activities like light housework or office work? |
Yes |
No |