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147. Clinical Safety and Efficacy of Novel Antifungal, Fosmanogepix, in the Treatment of Candidemia: Results from a Phase 2 Proof of Concept Trial

P. Pappas, B. Kullberg, J. Vázquez, I. Oren, G. Rahav, M. Aoun, Pierre Bulpa, R. Ben-Ami et al.

Open Forum Infectious Diseases, 2020

21 participants · 11 citations

Abstract

Abstract Background Fosmanogepix (FMGX) is a first-in-class antifungal agent, with a unique MOA targeting the fungal enzyme Gwt1, that has broad-spectrum activity against both yeasts, molds, and dimorphic fungi, including fungi resistant to other antifungal agents. FMGX has a favorable safety profile, reduced potential for clinically significant drug-drug interactions, and is formulated for IV and oral administration. Methods This global, multicenter, open-label, non-comparative study evaluated the safety and efficacy of FMGX for first-line treatment of candidemia. Patients with a recent diagnosis of candidemia defined as positive blood culture for Candida spp. within 96 hrs prior to study entry, with ≤2 days of prior antifungal treatment were eligible. Patients with neutropenia, C. krusei infection, or deep-seated Candida infections were excluded. Patients were treated with FMGX for up to 14 days: 1000 mg IV BID for 1 day, then 600 mg IV QD for at least 2 days, followed by either 600 mg IV QD or 700 mg PO QD. Short-term fluconazole (or appropriate alternative) could follow if treatment was required beyond 14 days. Patients with a diagnosis of candidemia within 96 hrs of start of study drug who received at least 1 dose of FMGX were included in the mITT population. The primary efficacy endpoint was outcome at end of study treatment (EOST) as determined by an independent data review committee (DRC). Successful outcome was defined as clearance of Candida from blood cultures…

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