New hope for duchenne: Long-Term drug trial aims to slow muscle decline

NCT ID NCT04433234

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 25 times

Summary

This study tests the long-term safety and effectiveness of an experimental drug called DS-5141b in people with Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD). It includes 8 participants who have already completed an earlier study of the same drug. Researchers will monitor side effects and measure changes in muscle function, such as walking distance and strength, over time.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Kobe University Hospital

    Hyōgo, 650-0017, Japan

  • National Center of Neurology and Psychiatry

    Tokyo, Kodaira-Shi, 187-8551, Japan

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