Important Information
If you are interested in applying for this study, please:
- Read the study description and study information document.
- Review the Visit Planner dates in your location and confirm that you are available for the stated dates.
- If you have not yet registered with us, click on the ‘Register’ button at the top of this page and answer the questions.
- If you have already registered with us, answer the pre-screening questions listed below and submit your interest.
We will then contact you to check your suitability.
Study Description
NZCR is trialling an investigational medication that is being developed as a potential non-hormonal, oral contraceptive for males.
The investigational medication is designed to target and block a receptor required for sperm production. It is hoped that YCT-529 may be able to reduce sperm count and sperm motility (movement) in a reversible manner to provide an option for a non-hormonal male contraceptive.
This study is the first time YCT-529 will be given repeatedly to humans. Thus, the potential effects and risks of the drug are not yet known and may include a potential risk of impairing fertility irreversibly (becoming sterile). This is a first-in-human study, for which we have completed 3 cohort trial groups previously. We are looking for healthy male volunteers to support the research.
It is an investigational drug because it has not been approved by MedSafe or other drug regulatory authorities.
This study (2024 FULL 20396) is being funded by YourChoice Therapeutics, Inc and has been approved by the Health and Disability Ethics Committee.
Requirements
Healthy Males only
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- Have decided to have a vasectomy and/or are waiting for the procedure
- Have, in the opinion of the investigator, made a firm decision to not father children in future.
- Aged 28 – 70 years
- Weigh 55+ kgs
- BMI (Body Mass Index) 18 – 35 kg/m2
- Smokers/Vapers (less than 10 per week) allowed
- Not currently taking any regular prescription medications
What is Involved?
Study Visits: 1 x 7-night stay + 1 x 4-night stay (for a total of 11-nights) + 14 clinic visits + 17 follow-up phone calls
Reimbursement: Up to $10,700 before tax
Important Documents
Important documents to download and read
Pre-screening Form
Latitude
Pre screening for Latitude