Evaluation of TRC101 in Subjects With Chronic Kidney Disease and Metabolic Acidosis

A Double-Blind, Randomized, Placebo-Controlled Study to Evaluate the Safety, Tolerability and Efficacy of TRC101 in Subjects With Chronic Kidney Disease and Low Serum Bicarbonate Levels

This was a double-blind, placebo-controlled, parallel-design, 6-arm, fixed dose study. The study enrolled 135 adult male and female subjects with Stage 3 or 4 chronic kidney disease and low serum bicarbonate levels. The study was conducted in two parts. In Part 1 study drug dosing (TRC101 or placebo) continued for 14 days twice daily (BID). In Part 2 study drug dosing (TRC101 or placebo) continued for 14 days once daily (QD).

The maximum study duration per subject was anticipated to be up to 42 days.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) of 20 to <60 mL/min/1.73m2
• Serum bicarbonate level of 12 to 20 mEq/L

Exclusion Criteria:

• Any level of low serum bicarbonate that, in the opinion of the Investigator, requires emergency intervention.
• Severe comorbid conditions other than chronic kidney disease.
• Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
• Anticipated changes in doses of any of the following drugs or drug classes: diuretics, non-ophthalmic carbonic anhydrase inhibitors, oral diabetes drugs, antihypertensive drugs, antacids, H2-blockers, or proton pump inhibitors.
• Excluded drugs or drug classes: insulin, non-daily or "as needed" diuretics, herbal products, dietary supplements, multivitamins, naturopathic remedies, sodium bicarbonate, potassium citrate, sodium citrate or other alkali therapy, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), fiber supplements, laxatives, calcium and magnesium supplements, or electrolyte binders and other binder drugs.