ML-004 for Adolescents and Adults With ASD

ML-004 for Adolescents and Adults With ASD

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Description
The purpose of this study is to test the safety of an investigational medicine called ML-004 and how it might affect communication, behavior, and other symptoms of autism spectrum disorder (ASD).  This medication is investigational because it has not been approved by the FDA for the treatment of symptoms associated with autism. You may qualify if you: 
  • Are 12 to 25 years old
  • Have an autism diagnosis
  • Have a designated care/study partner able to attend every visit and answer questions about the participant. This person does not need to be the participant's parent or guardian. This person should have significant contact with them and can support them for the duration of the study. 
  • Are able to swallow the study medication (tablet)

Eligibility and criteria
IRB Number:
22-019675
Eligible age range:
12 years - 25 years
Clinical trial phase:
Phase II
Official title:
A randomized, double-blind, parallel-group, placebo-controlled study to investigate the efficacy, safety, and tolerability of ML-004 in adolescents and adults with autism spectrum disorders (ASD)

What to expect
If you are eligible and agree to participate, you will be randomly assigned to receive either placebo (a pill with no medication in it) or the study medication. Participation will last approximately 25 weeks and involve 10 study visits and one phone call. You will need to take thestudy pill for approximately 17 weeks. 
During these visits, participants will get blood, urine, and heart monitoring tests, and complete behavioral assessments and questionnaires. The duration of the visits may vary but are expected to last between 1 and 4 hours. 
Compensation will be provided to offset the costs of travel. You do not need to be a patient at CHOP to participate.

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