One shot of gene therapy aims to fix a rare Muscle-Weakening disease
NCT ID NCT07830563
First seen Sep 21, 2026 · Last updated Sep 21, 2026
Summary
Researchers are testing AMP-101, an experimental gene therapy, in people with DOK7 congenital myasthenic syndrome, a rare inherited disorder that causes muscle weakness and exercise intolerance. About 4 participants with moderate to severe DOK7 CMS will receive a single intravenous dose and be monitored for safety and any early signs of benefit. The study measures side effects, heart and lab changes, immune responses to the therapy, and shifts in muscle strength and daily function scores.
What this could mean
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- Active substance
- AMP-101, an experimental gene therapy given as a single intravenous infusion
- What this could lead to
- If it works, a one-time gene therapy could ease or correct the muscle weakness caused by DOK7 congenital myasthenic syndrome, a rare inherited condition with few targeted options.
- What could go wrong
- This is a first-in-human study with about 4 participants, so safety and any benefit remain unproven. Gene therapies can trigger immune reactions, liver stress, or other serious side effects, and a single small trial cannot show whether the treatment works.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Phase 1
The first testing in people. Mainly checks safety and dose, usually in a small group.
- Participants
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About 4 people
The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.
- Expected to start
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Oct 2026
An estimate. Start dates often move.
- Expected to finish
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Oct 2031
An estimate. End dates often move.
- Lead sponsor
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A company
The lead sponsor is a pharmaceutical, biotech, or medical-device company.
Who can take part
This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.
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7 years and older
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
This study is not open to healthy volunteers. The entry requirements below say who it is open to.
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Copied word for word from the study's registry entry, so the wording is the study team's rather than ours.
Inclusion Criteria: * A diagnosis of moderate to severe DOK7 CMS as defined by: 1. genetic mutation analysis, 2. demonstrated clinical findings such as limb girdle muscle weakness, 3. exercise intolerance. * Is willing to discontinue drugs known to worsen symptoms in DOK7 CMS patients such as 3,4-diaminopyridine (3,4-DAP) and pyridostigmine at least 1 month prior to Day 1. * If being treated with oral salbutamol, is clinically stable, and plans to remain on the same dose for the duration of the study through to EoS (approximately 6 months) - unless a change in dose is medically indicated at the discretion of the PI or designee. * If discontinuing oral salbutamol, is clinically stable, and has been off the medication for at least 1 month prior to Day 1 - unless a change in dose is clinically indicated at the discretion of the PI or designee. * Not pregnant or breastfeeding, or willing to cease breastfeeding. Exclusion Criteria: * Active infections including Epstein-Barr virus (EBV), cytomegalovirus (CMV), positive test for hepatitis C antibody (HCV), hepatitis B surface antigen (HBsAg), human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) antibody. * Have required oral or systemic corticosteroids within the last 14 days prior to Screening. * Rh74 AAV capsid binding antibody titers \> 1:100 as determined by ELISA immunoassay. * Platelet count below the lower limit of normal (LLN) at Screening. * Have received other gene transfer/gene therapy agents. * Clinically significant liver dysfunction, including significant hepatic fibrosis, liver cirrhosis of any etiology identified by liver ultrasound or other imaging modalities, portal hypertension, or a history of hepatic malignancy. * Current or history of clinically significant respiratory failure, including the requirement for long-term supplemental oxygen therapy, non-invasive ventilation, mechanical ventilation, or other evidence of severe respiratory impairment, as determined by medical history, physical examination, or pulmonary function assessment.
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