- Documented diagnosis of sickle cell disease (SCD) (HbSS, HbSC [combined heterozygosity for hemoglobins S and C], HbS/beta 0- thalassemia, HbS/ beta plus thalassemia, or other sickle cell syndrome variants)
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At least 2 sickle cell pain crises (SCPCs) and no more than 10 SCPCs in the past 12 months
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Hemoglobin at least 5.5 and 10.5 gram per deciliter (g/dL) at the most. Hemoglobin concentration must be based on an average of at least 2 Hb concentration measurements (separated by =7 days) collected during the Screening Period
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If taking hydroxyurea, the hydroxyurea dose must be stable for at least 90 days before starting study drug
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Women capable of becoming pregnant and men with partners who are women that are capable of becoming pregnant must agree to use 2 forms of contraception.
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