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BYL719 + Letrozole for Breast Cancer
Study Summary
This trial is testing the side effects and best dose of the PI3K inhibitor BYL719 given with letrozole to treat hormone receptor-positive metastatic breast cancer.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria
You may be eligible if you check “Yes” for the criteria belowTimeline
Treatment Details
Study Objectives
Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.Side effects data
From 2017 Phase 1 trial • 17 Patients • NCT02038010Trial Design
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- I had radiation therapy more than 2 weeks ago and have recovered from its side effects.I stopped hormone therapy over 2 weeks ago and have no major side effects except for hair loss.I have not had a period for at least 6 months due to radiation treatment.I am not using hormone therapy to suppress my ovaries.My breast cancer has come back in the same area and can be surgically removed.I have a condition that significantly affects my digestion.I have diabetes or had gestational diabetes.I am not taking medication that affects liver enzyme levels.I am on medication that affects my heart's rhythm and cannot change it.I have severe heart failure symptoms.I have received hormone therapy for my breast cancer that has spread.I have tissue samples from my cancer diagnosis available for study.My blood, liver, and kidney functions are all within normal ranges.I am fully active or can carry out light work.I have had both of my ovaries removed.I can swallow and keep down pills.I have not taken any herbal medications in the last 2 weeks.I do not have serious heart rhythm problems.I have a history of abnormal heart rhythms.I have brain metastases but have been stable for over 4 weeks after radiation.I haven't had a heart attack or any heart procedures in the last 6 months.I have a history of chronic liver or kidney failure.My breast cancer is stage IV, ER/PR positive, and HER2 negative.My liver function tests are within acceptable limits, even with liver metastasis.I have moderate to severe diarrhea.I stopped my cancer treatment 4 weeks ago and have recovered from its side effects.I have been treated with a PI3K inhibitor before.I am post-menopausal.My cancer has a PIK3CA mutation.I am currently on IV antibiotics for an infection.I have severe lung problems and need oxygen therapy.My blood pressure is controlled and below 180/110 mm Hg.I do not have any severe illnesses that are not under control.My calcium, potassium, or magnesium levels are not normal and can't be corrected.I am under 55 and have not had a period for 12 months or my hormone levels indicate menopause.I am 55 years old or older.I am 18 years old or older.I have a history of pancreatitis.My family has a history of long QT syndrome.
- Group 1: Treatment (PI3K inhibitor BYL719, letrozole)
- No Placebo-Only Group - All patients enrolled in this study will receive some form of active treatment.
- Screening: It may take up to 3 Weeks to process to see if you qualify in this trial.
- Treatment: The duration you will receive the treatment varies.
- Follow Ups: You may be asked to continue sharing information regarding the trial for 6 Months after you stop receiving the treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the participant count for this research endeavor?
"This clinical trial is not accepting applications at this time. It was initially posted on April 1st 2013 and last modified on October 14th 2022. For those looking for other trials, there are presently 2298 studies recruiting patients with carcinoma breast stage IV and 181 trials admitting participants to test PI3K inhibitor BYL719."
Are there any prior research studies relating to the effectiveness of BYL719 as a PI3K inhibitor?
"BYL719, a PI3K inhibitor, was first studied at the NIH Clinical Center in 1995. Since then it has been trialled 998 times and currently 181 clinical trials are actively recruiting patients; Nashville is home to many of these studies."
Has the Food and Drug Administration authorized the use of BYL719 as a PI3K inhibitor?
"With limited data regarding its safety and efficacy, the Power team has assigned BYL719 a score of 1 on their scale from 1 to 3."
To what ailment is BYL719, a PI3K inhibitor, typically prescribed?
"BYL719, a PI3K inhibitor medication, is useful for treating breast cancer and other medical conditions such as anovulatory cycle, tamoxifen resistance in postmenopausal women."
Is there still an opportunity to participate in this research initiative?
"This clinical trial has now concluded; first posted on April 1st 2013 and last edited on October 14th 2022. If you are searching for alternative studies, there are currently 2298 trials recruiting patients with carcinoma breast stage IV and 181 studies utilizing PI3K inhibitor BYL719 actively enrolling participants."
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