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2012-09-13 09:14
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 Sample size calculation for SABE [Power / Sample Size]

Hello Everyone,

I have a doubt regarding the sample size calculation for SABE. We have the CV% of a 2x2 crossover study. Based on this CV can we calculate the sample size for SABE? Can we use the same CV and find the sample size from this article "Sample Sizes for Designing Bioequivalence Studies for Highly Variable Drugs"?

Thanks in advance

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Nee…
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2012-09-13 16:45
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 CVintra ≤ CVwr

Hi Nee!

❝ We have the CV% of a 2x2 crossover study. Based on this CV can we calculate the sample size for SABE?


In a 2×2 crossover the CVintra is actually a pooled estimate from σ²WR and σ²WT. If you assume that these variances are equal you can apply CVintra directly. Since pharmaceutical technology improves, quite often σ²WR > σ²WT. CVintra from the 2×2 crossover will be < CVWR (‘dampening effect’ of σ²WT).
Now you have two options:
  1. Allow for a safety margin (e.g., use a higher CV).
  2. Perform a pilot study in a replicate design.

❝ […] find the sample size from this article "Sample Sizes for Designing Bioequivalence Studies for Highly Variable Drugs"?


Yes, this is the right reference.

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