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A Randomized Phase II Dose Finding Study of ArginMax for Its Effect on Erectile Function and Quality of Life in Survivors of Prostate Cancer Previously Treated With Radiotherapy


Phase 2
18 Years
N/A
Open (Enrolling)
Male
Male Erectile Disorder, Prostate Cancer, Radiation Toxicity

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Trial Information

A Randomized Phase II Dose Finding Study of ArginMax for Its Effect on Erectile Function and Quality of Life in Survivors of Prostate Cancer Previously Treated With Radiotherapy


OBJECTIVES:

Primary

- To determine the "best dose" (defined as the dose that shows the greatest improvement
in the erectile function domain of the International Index of Erectile Function [IIEF]
after 8 weeks of therapy) of an L-arginine/Korean ginseng/gingko biloba/damiana-based
supplement (L-arginine) to be used in a subsequent phase III trial in prostate cancer
survivors previously treated with radiotherapy.

Secondary

- Evaluate the toxicity of treatment with L-arginine with or without phosphodiesterase-5
inhibitors.

- Estimate trial accrual, retention, adherence, and variability.

- Assess changes in quality of life (QOL) and sexual function as defined by changes in
the QOL of these patients using the Expanded Prostate Cancer Index Composite, changes
in the other domains of the IIEF (i.e., orgasmic function, sexual desire, intercourse
satisfaction, and overall satisfaction), changes in the Sexual Encounter Profile, and
changes in the percentage of "yes" (positive) responses to either of the two global
efficacy questions.

OUTLINE: Patients are stratified according to age (< 65 years vs ≥ 65 years) and current use
of phosphodiesterase-5 (PDE-5) inhibitors (yes vs no). Patients are randomized to 1 of 3
treatment arms.

- Arm I: Patients receive oral placebo twice daily (total of 6 capsules per day).

- Arm II: Patients receive oral L-arginine and oral placebo twice daily (total of 3
capsules of each per day).

- Arm III: Patients receive oral L-arginine twice daily (total of 6 capsules per day).

In all arms, treatment continues for 8 weeks in the absence of unacceptable toxicity.

Patients may also receive oral sildenafil, tadalafil, or vardenafil (PDE-5 inhibitors).

Patients complete the International Index of Erectile Function and the Expanded Prostate
Cancer Index Composite-26 at baseline and at weeks 4 and 8. Patients also complete the
Sexual Encounter Profile Questionnaire, FACT-P, and the Global Efficacy Questionnaire at
weeks 4 and 8.

Inclusion Criteria


INCLUSION CRITERIA:

- Male prostate cancer survivor previously treated with radiotherapy and who identifies
himself as concerned with sexual quality of life, including erectile dysfunction.
(seed implants are eligible)

- Had successful sexual activity prior to the commencement of radiotherapy.

- Erectile dysfunction, defined as inability to achieve or maintain an erection
sufficient for satisfactory sexual performance

- Interested in sexual activity and agrees to make at least one sexual intercourse
attempt with a partner every week during the study.

- The usage of PDE-5 inhibitors will be voluntary and will serve as a stratification
factor. Patients taking PDE-5 inhibitors must agree to assume the responsibility for
the cost of PDE-5 inhibitor treatment during the protocol period (8 week period) as
this is not covered in the cost of the trial.

- Patients currently taking PDE-5 inhibitors sildenafil (Viagra®, Pfizer
Pharmaceuticals), tadalafil(Cialis®, Lilly ICOS, LLC), and vardenafil (Levitra®,
Bayer Healthcare / Schering Plough Corp.)must agree to take the medication only as
prescribed by their treating physician.

- Patients taking PDE-5 inhibitors as part of this study must be on a stable dose of
drug for at least one month prior to study entry.

- Must be able to take oral medications.

- > 6 months following completion of all cancer therapy

- No evidence of prostate cancer

- Prior malignancies allowed if no evidence of recurrent disease.

- If previously taken LHRH agonist androgen suppression (e.g, Lupron, Zoladex),
anti-androgen (e.g., Casodex, Eulexin, Nilandron), or estrogenic (e.g.,
diethylstilbestrol) agents, serum testosterone must have returned to the laboratory
normal range

- No planned surgery while on protocol or for 4 weeks following completion of protocol

- Prior cystoscopy is permitted.

- Age > 18

- ECOG performance status 0/1.

- Patients must agree not to start taking an herbal product for erectile dysfunction
during the eight weeks of study intervention.

EXCLUSION CRITERIA:

- No other concurrent erectile dysfunction therapies permitted (i.e. vacuum
pump,cavernosal injections, and other drug therapies). Past use of these and other
therapies permitted if the patient can meet the inclusion criteria above.

- No testosterone supplementation permitted.

- Use of LHRH agonist androgen suppression (e.g, Lupron, Zoladex), anti- androgen
(e.g., Casodex,Eulexin, Nilandron), or estrogenic (e.g., diethylstilbestrol) agents
within the last 6 months.

- Prior prostate or lower genitourinary surgery (bladder, penis, urethra,
testicles)including transurethral resection of prostate (TURP). (Prior vasectomy is
allowed)

- Serious cardiovascular disease (unstable angina, supraventricular arrhythmia,
myocardial infarction, symptomatic congestive heart failure, cardiac arrhythmia,
coronary artery bypass surgery within 6 months prior to registration).

- Hypotension (<90/50mm Hg), or uncontrolled hypertension (>170/100 mm Hg)

- Stroke or spinal cord injury within 6 months before registration.

- Patients on Persantine, heparin, Lovenox, warfarin, ginkgo biloba, Plavix, Disalcid,
other blood-thinning medication or with a history of bleeding disorders will be
excluded.(Aspirin < 325mg allowed)

- Current use of cimetidine, ketoconazole, itraconazole, erythromycin, or ritonavir.
Major medical or psychiatric illness which, in the opinion of the investigator, would
prevent completion of treatment or would interfere with follow-up.

- Current or prior use of any organic nitrate within the last 6 months (e.g., use of
nitroglycerin)

- May not receive other investigational agents or devices during 30 days prior to start
of study drug.

- History of allergic reactions attributed to compounds of similar chemical or biologic
composition to ArginMax (l-arginine, ginseng, or ginkgo biloba)

Type of Study:

Interventional

Study Design:

Allocation: Randomized, Intervention Model: Factorial Assignment, Masking: Double Blind (Subject, Caregiver, Investigator, Outcomes Assessor), Primary Purpose: Supportive Care

Outcome Measure:

Determine the best dose of ArginMax

Outcome Description:

The best dose will be defined as the one that results in the greatest improvement in erectile function.

Outcome Time Frame:

8 weeks

Safety Issue:

No

Principal Investigator

James J. Urbanic, MD

Investigator Role:

Study Chair

Investigator Affiliation:

Comprehensive Cancer Center of Wake Forest University

Authority:

United States: Institutional Review Board

Study ID:

CCCWFU 98110

NCT ID:

NCT01105130

Start Date:

October 2010

Completion Date:

June 2013

Related Keywords:

  • Male Erectile Disorder
  • Prostate Cancer
  • Radiation Toxicity
  • radiation toxicity
  • male erectile disorder
  • prostate cancer
  • Prostatic Neoplasms
  • Erectile Dysfunction
  • Radiation Injuries

Name

Location

W F Baptist Health Winston Salem, North Carolina  27157