Urovant Sciences Initiates Part 2 of Phase 3 COURAGE Study of Vibegron for Overactive Bladder in Men with Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
“We are pleased to announce that, after reviewing the safety data from part 1 of the COURAGE trial, the independent Data Safety Monitoring Board (DSMB) agreed that the trial can now move to part 2, which will assess both efficacy and safety of vibegron in men with OAB and BPH,” said Dr. Cornelia Haag-Molkenteller, Chief Medical Officer of Urovant. “This is a pivotal milestone for this development program as there are currently no
About the COURAGE Phase 3 Trial
The COURAGE study is a randomized, double blind, placebo-controlled trial in men who are experiencing OAB symptoms, while also taking BPH medications. For part 2 of the trial, approximately 1,000 male patients with OAB and BPH will be randomized to receive either 75 mg of vibegron or placebo daily for 24 weeks. The co-primary endpoints are the reduction from baseline in average number of micturitions and urgency episodes per 24 hours. Key secondary endpoints are reduction in nocturia episodes (awakening at night to void), prostate symptom scores, and safety.
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