Study on the Effectiveness and Safety of PQ Birch for Patients with Seasonal Allergic Rhinitis or Rhinoconjunctivitis from Birch Pollen

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What is this study about?

This clinical trial is focused on studying the effects of a treatment called Pollinex Quattro Plus 1.0 mL Birch for people who experience seasonal allergic rhinitis and/or rhinoconjunctivitis due to exposure to birch pollen. Seasonal allergic rhinitis is commonly known as hay fever, which causes symptoms like sneezing, a runny or blocked nose, and itchy eyes. Rhinoconjunctivitis includes these symptoms along with eye irritation. The treatment being tested is given as a subcutaneous injection, which means it is injected under the skin.

The purpose of this study is to evaluate how effective and safe the PQ Birch treatment is for individuals affected by birch pollen allergies. Participants in the study will receive either the PQ Birch treatment or a placebo, which is a substance with no active medication. The study is designed to be randomised and double-blind, meaning neither the participants nor the researchers know who is receiving the actual treatment or the placebo, to ensure unbiased results.

Throughout the study, participants will attend several visits where they will receive injections and have their health monitored. The study will last for a period of time that includes the birch pollen season, allowing researchers to observe the treatment’s effects during peak allergy times. The main goal is to see if the treatment can reduce the symptoms of hay fever and improve the quality of life for those affected by birch pollen allergies.

1 initial visit

Upon joining the clinical trial, you will attend an initial visit. During this visit, a healthcare professional will review your medical history and conduct a physical examination to ensure you meet the trial’s health criteria.

You will be asked to provide informed consent, which means you agree to participate in the trial after understanding its purpose, procedures, and potential risks.

2 screening tests

You will undergo several screening tests to confirm your eligibility. These tests include a blood test to measure your birch-specific IgE levels and a lung function test to assess your breathing capacity.

A skin prick test will be performed to check your reaction to birch pollen and other substances.

3 randomization

If you qualify for the trial, you will be randomly assigned to receive either the investigational treatment, Pollinex Quattro Plus 1.0 mL Birch, or a placebo. A placebo is a substance with no active medication, used to compare the effects of the investigational treatment.

4 treatment administration

You will receive the assigned treatment through a subcutaneous injection, which means the injection is given under the skin. The treatment will be administered according to the trial schedule, which will be explained to you by the healthcare team.

The frequency and duration of the treatment will be specified during your visits.

5 regular follow-up visits

You will attend regular follow-up visits to monitor your health and the effects of the treatment. During these visits, you may undergo physical examinations, blood tests, and other assessments as required by the trial protocol.

Your symptoms and any side effects will be recorded to evaluate the safety and efficacy of the treatment.

6 end of treatment

At the end of the treatment period, you will have a final visit to assess your overall health and the outcomes of the trial.

You may be asked to provide feedback on your experience and any changes in your symptoms.

Who Can Join the Study?

  • Capable of giving signed informed consent, which means you understand the study and agree to follow its rules and attend required visits.
  • Have a birch-specific IgE level of 0.71 kUA/L or higher, as shown by a blood test. IgE is a type of antibody that your body makes in response to allergens.
  • Have a forced expiratory volume in one second (FEV1) and peak expiratory flow rate (PEFR) that are both 70% or more of what is expected for your age and size. These are tests that measure how well your lungs are working.
  • Be between 18 and 65 years old at the time of signing the consent form.
  • Can be male or female.
  • If you are a female, you must either not be able to have children or agree to use birth control as required by the study.
  • Be in good general health, as determined by the study doctor, based on your medical history, physical exam, mental health assessment, and lab tests.
  • Have a history of moderate to severe symptoms of seasonal allergic rhinitis or rhinoconjunctivitis due to birch pollen for at least 2 years, even after using allergy medications like antihistamines or nasal sprays.
  • Have a positive skin prick test (SPT) to histamine, which means your skin reacts to a small amount of histamine, and a negative reaction to a control substance.
  • Have a positive skin prick test for birch pollen, which means your skin reacts to a small amount of birch pollen.

Who Cannot Join the Study?

  • Patients who do not have seasonal allergic rhinitis (a type of allergy that affects the nose) or rhinoconjunctivitis (an allergy that affects both the nose and eyes) caused by birch pollen cannot participate.
  • Patients who are not within the specified age range for the study cannot participate.
  • Patients who are not willing to follow the study procedures cannot participate.
  • Patients who have other medical conditions that might interfere with the study cannot participate.
  • Patients who are currently participating in another clinical trial cannot participate.
  • Patients who have a history of severe allergic reactions cannot participate.
  • Patients who are pregnant or breastfeeding cannot participate.
  • Patients who have a known allergy to any component of the study medication cannot participate.

Where you can join this trial?

Verified and Recommended Sites

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Verified Sites

Site Name City Country Status
Technische Universitaet Dresden Dresden Germany
HNO Praxis Dr. Sonja Runge Neuenhagen Germany
Hautarztpraxis Dr. Mihaescu Augsburg Germany
ALL-MED Specialistyczna Opieka Medyczna. Medyczny Instytut Badawczy Wroclaw Poland
Hautzentrum Friedrichshain Berlin Germany

Other Sites

Site Name City Country Status
Santa Sp. z o.o. Lodz Poland
Centrum Medyczne Plejady Magdalena Celinska Loewenhoff Michal Zolnowski sp.k. Cracow Poland
Clinical Best Solutions Sp. z o.o. S.K. Lublin Poland
Klinische Forschung Hamburg GmbH Hamburg Germany
Medizentrum Essen Borbeck Essen Germany
Ip Clinic Sp. z o.o. Lodz Poland
Specjalistyczna Przychodnia Lekarska Alergo Med Sp. z o.o. Poznan Poland
Centrum Nowoczesnych Terapii Dobry Lekarz Sp. z o.o. Cracow Poland
Allgemein Oeffentliches Bezirkskrankenhaus Kufstein Kufstein Austria
Malopolskie Centrum Alergologii Sp. z o.o. Cracow Poland
Niepubliczny Zaklad Opieki Zdrowotnej Centrum Uslug Medycznych Proximum Sp. z o.o. Wroclaw Poland
Centrum Alergologii Sp. z o.o. Lublin Poland
Medaimun GmbH Frankfurt Germany
Alergo-Med Specjalistyczna Przychodnia Lekarska Sp. z o.o. Tarnow Poland
Uniwersytecki Szpital Kliniczny W Bialymstoku Bialystok Poland
Clinmedica Research sp. z o.o. Skierniewice Poland
Santa Sp. z o.o. sp. K.Polimedica PTG Kielce Kielce Poland
Universitaetsklinikum Erlangen AöR Erlangen Germany
Klinikum Der Landeshauptstadt Stuttgart gKAöR Stuttgart Germany
Charite Universitaetsmedizin Berlin KöR Berlin Germany
Synexus Polska Sp. z o.o. Poznan Poland
Pratia S.A. Skorzewo Poland
Uniwersytecki Szpital Kliniczny Nr 1 Im Norberta Barlickiego Uniwersytetu Medycznego W Lodzi SPZOZ Lodz Poland
Berufsausuebungsgemeinschaft Bag Prof Dr. Med Gerhard Hoheisel Dr. Med Andreas Bonitz GbR Leipzig Germany
HELIOS Kliniken Schwerin GmbH Schwerin Germany
Clinical Research Hamburg GmbH Hamburg Germany
Studienzentrum Dr. Laßmann Saalfeld Germany
Klinische Forschung Osnabrueck Osnabrück Germany
IRMED Irena Wojciechowska Warsaw Poland
Centermed Sp. z o.o. Lublin Poland
Praxis Dres. Med. Florian Heimlich Und Angelika Witzel-Heimlich GbR Heidelberg Germany
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Trial status

Country Status Recruitment Start
Austria Austria
Not yet recruiting
01.03.2025
Germany Germany
Not yet recruiting
01.03.2025
Poland Poland
Not yet recruiting
01.03.2025

Trial locations

Investigated drugs:

PQ Birch is a treatment being tested for people who have allergies to birch pollen. This medication is designed to help reduce the symptoms of seasonal allergic rhinitis, which is a condition that causes sneezing, a runny or stuffy nose, and itchy eyes when exposed to birch pollen. The goal of this treatment is to make it easier for people to manage their allergy symptoms during the birch pollen season.

Seasonal Allergic Rhinitis – Seasonal allergic rhinitis is an inflammatory condition affecting the nasal passages, triggered by allergens such as pollen. It is characterized by symptoms like sneezing, nasal congestion, runny nose, and itching. The condition typically occurs during specific seasons when pollen levels are high. As the exposure to allergens continues, symptoms may persist or worsen. The inflammation can also affect the eyes, leading to itching and redness, a condition known as rhinoconjunctivitis. The progression of symptoms is closely linked to the duration and intensity of allergen exposure.

Trial ID:
2023-507427-28-00
Protocol code:
PQBirch302
Trial Phase:
Therapeutic confirmatory (Phase III)

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