Liver function may affect how itch drug works in body
NCT ID NCT04020016
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This early-phase study looked at how the body breaks down nalbuphine extended-release tablets in people with mild, moderate, or severe liver impairment compared to healthy volunteers. It also explored whether the drug could relieve itching in those with liver problems. The study involved 28 participants and focused on safety and drug levels in the blood.
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Study facts
What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.
- 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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28 people
The number who actually took part.
- Started
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Jun 2019
- Finished
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Feb 2020
- 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.
- Ages
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18 to 80 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Accepted
You do not need to have the condition being studied to take part.
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Inclusion Criteria: For participants with Hepatic Impairment (Cohort 1 to 4 and Cohort 6): * Male or female with stable hepatic impairment, non-smoker and/or light smoker. * Clinical diagnosis of liver cirrhosis * Stable for study participation based upon medical history, physical examination, vital signs, ECGs, and screening clinical laboratory evaluations For Healthy participants (Cohort 5): * Male or female, non-smoker and/or light smoker (up to 5 cigarettes or equivalent/day) * Healthy as defined by: * Normal hepatic function * The absence of clinically significant illness and surgery within 4 weeks prior to dosing. Exclusion Criteria: For participants with Hepatic Impairment (Cohort 1 to 4 and Cohort 6): * Clinically significant unstable medical conditions * Clinically significant abnormalities of laboratory, ECG, pulse oximetry, or clinical data that would preclude participation in the study. * History of any illness that might confound the results of the study or pose an additional risk to the participant by participation in the study. For Healthy participants (Cohort 5): * Diagnosis of liver disease * History of heart problems. * History of significant alcohol abuse or drug abuse
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Miami, Florida, 33136, United States
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Miami, Florida, 33146, United States
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Orlando, Florida, 32809, United States
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