Description Module
The Description Module contains narrative descriptions of the clinical trial, including a brief summary and detailed description. These descriptions provide important information about the study's purpose, methodology, and key details in language accessible to both researchers and the general public.
Description Module path is as follows:
Study -> Protocol Section -> Description Module
Description Module
Ignite Creation Date:
2025-12-25 @ 12:01 AM
Ignite Modification Date:
2025-12-25 @ 12:01 AM
NCT ID:
NCT00532558
Brief Summary:
The purpose of the study is to determine the reduction of LDL-cholesterol level after treatment with 50 mg per day of lapaquistat acetate once daily (QD).
Detailed Description:
This study is being conducted to determine the potential of lapaquistat acetate 50 mg per day to lower LDL-C levels compared with placebo. This study is also being conducted to further evaluate the safety and tolerability of lapaquistat acetate 50 mg over a period of 12 weeks. An optional, 48-week, open-label extension will follow the 12 week, double-blind treatment period to evaluate the long-term safety and tolerability of lapaquistat acetate 50 mg/day.
Study:
NCT00532558
Study Brief:
Protocol Section:
NCT00532558