GSK5764227 for Advanced Cancer
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial examines a new treatment called GSK5764227 for individuals with advanced or metastatic solid tumors. Researchers aim to determine the safety and effectiveness of GSK5764227 both alone and in combination with other cancer drugs. For those with advanced cancer who have not responded to standard treatments, this trial might be suitable. As a Phase 1 trial, participants will be among the first to receive this treatment, aiding researchers in understanding its effects in people.
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial information does not specify if you need to stop taking your current medications. However, it mentions that participants should not have received certain anticancer therapies within 28 days before starting the study treatment. It's best to discuss your current medications with the study team to get a clear answer.
Is there any evidence suggesting that GSK5764227 is likely to be safe for humans?
Research shows that GSK5764227 is generally safe and yields promising results for patients with advanced solid tumors. In ongoing studies involving over 200 patients, most tolerated GSK5764227 well, experiencing no serious side effects. Some did have side effects, but these were usually mild or manageable.
The FDA has granted GSK5764227 a breakthrough therapy designation for treating extensive-stage small cell lung cancer. This designation indicates that early research suggests the treatment could be beneficial, signaling its potential safety and effectiveness.
In these studies, researchers are testing GSK5764227 both alone and with other medicines. This approach helps determine its efficacy as a standalone treatment and in combination with others. Overall, early findings suggest GSK5764227 is well-tolerated, but like any new treatment, it carries some risks. Participating in clinical trials can enhance understanding of these risks and benefits.12345Why do researchers think this study treatment might be promising?
Researchers are excited about GSK5764227 for advanced cancer because it offers a novel approach to treatment. Unlike traditional chemotherapy and immunotherapy, which often target all rapidly dividing cells or boost the immune system broadly, GSK5764227 works by a new mechanism that specifically targets cancer cell pathways. This precision approach has the potential to reduce side effects and improve effectiveness compared to existing treatments. Additionally, the study is exploring both monotherapy and combination therapy options, potentially enhancing its versatility and impact on various cancer types.
What evidence suggests that this trial's treatments could be effective for advanced cancer?
Research has shown that GSK5764227, which participants in this trial may receive, may help treat certain advanced cancers. In studies, patients with a widespread form of small cell lung cancer experienced significant tumor shrinkage. Specifically, 96.2% of patients with visible tumors had a reduction in tumor size. The treatment also extended the time patients lived without their cancer worsening, with many experiencing no disease progression for at least three months. Additionally, the FDA has given special recognition to GSK5764227, highlighting its potential. These findings suggest GSK5764227 could be an effective option for some cancer patients.12567
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for individuals with advanced solid tumors. Specific eligibility criteria are not provided, but typically participants must have measurable disease and adequate organ function, and may need to meet certain lab value thresholds.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Phase 1a: Dose Escalation
Participants receive GSK5764227 alone or in combination with other medicines to determine the safety and tolerability at different dose levels
Phase 1b: Dose Expansion
Participants receive GSK5764227 monotherapy to further evaluate safety and clinical activity
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- GSK5764227
GSK5764227 is already approved in United States, European Union for the following indications:
- Relapsed or refractory osteosarcoma
- Extensive-stage small-cell lung cancer
- Relapsed or refractory extensive-stage small-cell lung cancer
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
GlaxoSmithKline
Lead Sponsor
Dame Emma Walmsley
GlaxoSmithKline
Chief Executive Officer since 2017
MA in Classics and Modern Languages from Oxford University
Dr. Hal Barron
GlaxoSmithKline
Chief Medical Officer since 2018
MD from Harvard Medical School