About this trial
This study will examine the potential efficacy and safety of Rett-T for core motor deficits of Rett syndrome, and will explore biological markers of safety and treatment response.
Eligibility criteria
Qualifiers
Female outpatients 2-21 years of age inclusive.
Diagnosis of Rett syndrome.
At least partially ambulatory (may need assistive device to take a step).
If already receiving stable concomitant medications or nutraceuticals affecting behaviour, must be on a stable dose during the preceding 1 month prior to Screening (with the exception of fluoxetine, where a period of 6 weeks is needed), and will not electively initiate new or modify ongoing medications for study duration.
Disqualifiers
Pregnant females; sexually active females on inadequate birth control (extremely unlikely in this population).
Have another serious medical condition that, based on Investigator judgment, might interfere with the conduct of the study, confound interpretation of the study results, or endanger their own well-being. Have evidence or history of malignancy or any significant hematological, endocrine, cardiovascular (including any rhythm disorder), respiratory, renal, hepatic, or gastrointestinal disease, not including mild common pediatric diseases in these areas that are stable (e.g. mild asthma, constipation, etc.).
Have hypersensitivity to any components of Rett-T.
Have one or more of the following: HIV, HBV, HCV, hemophilia (bleeding problems, recent nose and brain injuries), drug abuse, immunity disorder, major depressive episode or psychosis.
Trial design
Treatments tested in this trial
- Rett-T
- Placebo
Treatment groups
Sponsors and collaborators
Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital
Lead sponsor
Ontario Brain Institute
Collaborator
Unity Health Toronto
Collaborator