RE: Half year report29 Apr 2024 05:16
Just an enlightened here.
What is the advantage of phase 2a over phase1b?
There is a degree of similarity in the to a certain extent both these trials achieve the same thing.
Effectively proof of concept that the inhibitor is or will likely provide a viable therapeutic treatment for Psoroasis.
Phase 1 trial establishes safety profile.
Phase 1b small number of patients up to several 10's
Can be no increase in therapeutic treatment, basically no exceeding 300mg per day. I doubt we would need anywhere near 30 mg per day anyhow for Psoriasis.
Phase 2a similar number of patients as to Phase 1b. Proof of concept.
Phase 2b, a larger number of patients normally around a couple if hundred. Increased dosaging v effectiveness here. The purpose of this Phase is to establish statistical data ( accuracy is related to the magnitude of count) that will indicate to a certain degree not only the tolerability, safety, but also efficacy.
When all proceeds fine then progression to phase 3 typically involving 1 to 2 thousand people.
At this stage, we are looking at long term effects and the evaluation of the compound continues dnd if this particular compound exceeds the safety and efficacy of the current standard of care, then apply for clinical approval.
Phase 2 by the very nature will have far more clout and add value as you have gone from phase 1 to phase 2.
Phase1b cab be put into progress znd whilst progressing plans can be made, via whatever means onlicence, partnership, or buyout can be decided on.
Regards
Apologies if a few mistakes as mobile phone misbehaving. It not allow me to read through.