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TAK-676 + Pembrolizumab for Metastatic Cancer (iintune-1 Trial)

Recruiting in Palo Alto (17 mi)

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Age: 18+

Sex: Any

Travel: May be covered

Time Reimbursement: Varies

Trial Phase: Phase 1 & 2

Waitlist Available

Sponsor: Takeda

No Placebo Group

Breakthrough Therapy

Trial Summary

What is the purpose of this trial?

This trial is testing a new drug called dazostinag, alone and with another drug called pembrolizumab, to treat people with advanced solid tumors. It focuses on patients with specific types of head and neck cancer and colorectal cancer who have few other treatment options. The goal is to find a safe dose and see if the combination can help the immune system fight the cancer more effectively.

Do I need to stop my current medications to join the trial?

The trial protocol does not specify if you must stop taking your current medications. However, you cannot use certain medications like systemic corticosteroids or immunosuppressive therapy within 7 days of starting the study drugs, and you should avoid medications that inhibit OATP1B1 and OATP1B3 within 14 days of starting. It's best to discuss your specific medications with the trial team.

What data supports the idea that TAK-676 + Pembrolizumab for Metastatic Cancer is an effective treatment?

The available research shows that Pembrolizumab, when used with other drugs like pemetrexed and platinum, has improved survival rates and slowed disease progression in patients with metastatic non-small-cell lung cancer. Although the specific combination of TAK-676 and Pembrolizumab for metastatic cancer isn't directly covered, Pembrolizumab alone has shown positive results in various studies for similar conditions, suggesting its potential effectiveness.

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What safety data is available for the treatment of TAK-676 and Pembrolizumab for metastatic cancer?

The safety data for Pembrolizumab, a PD-1 inhibitor, shows it is generally well tolerated with a favorable safety profile. Common adverse events include fatigue, rash, itching, and diarrhea, while less frequent immune-related adverse events include hypothyroidism, colitis, hepatitis, and pneumonitis. In various studies, Pembrolizumab has been used in different cancer types, including metastatic melanoma and non-small cell lung cancer, with manageable toxicities. However, specific safety data for the combination of TAK-676 and Pembrolizumab is not detailed in the provided research.

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Is the drug Pembrolizumab, used in the trial TAK-676 + Pembrolizumab for Metastatic Cancer, a promising treatment?

Yes, Pembrolizumab is a promising drug. It has shown positive results in treating various cancers, including non-small cell lung cancer and melanoma. It works by helping the immune system fight cancer cells more effectively.

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Eligibility Criteria

Adults with advanced or metastatic solid tumors who haven't responded to standard treatments, or can't tolerate them, may join this trial. They should be in good physical condition (ECOG 0-1), have not received certain vaccines recently, and must not have active hepatitis or heart issues. Smokers and those with specific lung conditions cannot participate.

Inclusion Criteria

CRC (Part 3): Third-line or later MSI-H/dMMR CRC (Part 3A): histologically confirmed recurrent locally advanced or metastatic MSI-H/dMMR CRC with disease progression on or following therapy with anti-PD-1 or PD-L1 antibody and at least one line of combination chemotherapy, Third-line MSS/pMMR CRC (Part 3B): histologically confirmed recurrent locally advanced or metastatic MSS/pMMR CRC with disease progression on or following therapy with 2 different lines of combination chemotherapy, MSI/MMR status confirmed by a clinically-approved IHC and/or PCR assay, treated with 2 prior lines of therapy in the recurrent locally advanced or metastatic setting

I have advanced cancer with no standard treatment options left or cannot tolerate them.

I can carry out all my daily activities without help.

My cancer is advanced or has spread, and standard treatments haven't worked or can't be used.

My cancer did not respond to previous immunotherapy treatments.

My advanced cancer has no standard treatment options left, or I can't tolerate them.

I am fully active or can carry out light work.

My tumor has not been treated with anti-PD-1 or anti-PD-L1 therapy.

Exclusion Criteria

I cannot take pembrolizumab due to adverse reactions or medical reasons.

My brain metastasis has been stable for over 6 weeks, and I'm not on corticosteroids.

I do not have severe lung problems or uncontrolled fluid in my lungs or abdomen.

I have experienced moderate to severe low blood pressure.

I cannot tolerate or am allergic to platinum-based chemotherapy and 5-FU.

I have ongoing, active hepatitis.

I currently have a serious infection or a high fever due to cancer.

I have refused all standard treatments available.

I am not taking drugs that affect liver transport proteins.

I have received a stem cell or organ transplant.

I am not on any cancer treatment except hormone therapy for breast cancer.

Participant Groups

The study is testing TAK-676 alone and combined with Pembrolizumab to find the highest dose patients can take without severe side effects. It includes a phase where doses increase (dose escalation) followed by a phase that tests the chosen dose more broadly (dose expansion). Some will also receive chemotherapy drugs like Platinum and 5-fluorouracil.

Group I: Part 3B (Expansion Phase in CRC): Dazostinag + Pembrolizumab in MSS/pMMR CRC Experimental Treatment 2 Interventions

Dazostinag 5.0 mg, infusion, IV, will be administered in participants with microsatellite stable/mismatch repair proficient (MSS/pMMR) CRC at the identified dose level from Part 1 on Days 1, 8, and 15 in a 21-day cycle. along with pembrolizumab 200 mg infusion, IV, Q3W.

Group II: Part 3A (Expansion Phase in CRC): Dazostinag + Pembrolizumab in MSI-H/dMMR CRC Experimental Treatment 2 Interventions

Dazostinag 5.0 mg, infusion, IV, will be administered in participants with microsatellite instability-high /mismatch repair deficient (MSI-H/dMMR) colorectal cancer (CRC) at the identified dose level from Part 1 on Days 1, 8, and 15 in a 21-day cycle along with pembrolizumab 200 mg infusion, IV, Q3W.

Group III: Part 2B (SCCHN Dose Expansion Phase): Dazostinag + Pembrolizumab + Chemotherapy Experimental Treatment 4 Interventions

Dazostinag 5.0 mg, infusion, IV, will be administered in participants with SCCHN at the identified dose level from Part 1 on Days 1, 8, and 15 in a 21-day cycle. Pembrolizumab infusion, IV will be administered at 200 mg Q3W. Platinum-based chemotherapy comprising the combination of carboplatin (target area under the curve of 5 milligrams per milli Liters per minute (mg/mL/minute) \[AUC 5\]) or cisplatin (100 milligrams per square meter \[mg/m\^2\] Day 1 of each treatment cycle), and 5-fluorouracil (\[5-FU\]; 1000 mg/m\^2 per day for 4 consecutive days) Q3W for up to 6 cycles.

Group IV: Part 2A (SCCHN CPS ≥ 1 Dose Expansion and Optimization Phase): Dazostinag + Pembrolizumab Experimental Treatment 2 Interventions

Dazostinag 5.0 mg, infusion, IV, will be administered in participants with squamous cell carcinoma of head and neck (SCCHN) at the identified dose level from Part 1 on Days 1, 8, and 15 in a 21-day cycle along with pembrolizumab 200 mg infusion, IV, Q3W. Dose optimization may be performed in this phase.

Group V: Part 1B (Combination Dose Escalation Phase): Dazostinag + Pembrolizumab Experimental Treatment 2 Interventions

Dazostinag escalating doses (0.2 mg and above) in combination with pembrolizumab 200 mg, infusion, IV, once weekly on Days 1, 8 and 15 in each 21-day treatment cycle. Pembrolizumab 200 mg will be administered 1 hour prior to Dazostinag once every 3 weeks (Q3W). The dosing will be initiated when at least two dose levels (DLs) of Part 1A have been evaluated.

Group VI: Part 1 (Monotherapy Dose Escalation Phase): Dazostinag Safety Lead-in + Dazostinag SA [Part 1A] Experimental Treatment 1 Intervention

Safety Lead-in: Dazostinag 0.1 mg, infusion, intravenously (IV), once weekly, on Days 1, 8 and 15 in 21-day treatment cycles. Dazostinag SA Dose Escalation (Part 1A): Dazostinag single agent (SA), infusion, IV, once weekly on Days 1, 8 and 15 in each 21-day treatment cycles with escalating doses (0.2 mg and above). The dosing will be initiated in the Dazostinag SA Dose Escalation Phase based on the available safety and tolerability data from the Safety Lead-in.

Group VII: Arm B: Japan Safety Lead-in Dazostinag Transitioned to Pembrolizumab Experimental Treatment 2 Interventions

Dazostinag 5.0 mg, infusion, IV, as an SA once on Day 1 in Cycle 0 (cycle length=7 days) in Japanese participants with advanced or metastatic solid tumors based on confirmation of tolerability in Arm A. Following Cycle 0 (7 days), participants will be transitioned to the same dose level of dazostinag on Days 1, 8, and 15 of each 21-day cycle in combination with pembrolizumab administered Q3W, IV, on Day 1 in each 21-day cycle. Additional dose levels of dazostinag (such as ≥ 7.0 mg) in combination with pembrolizumab (200 mg, Q3W) may be explored in the Safety Lead-in.

Group VIII: Arm A: Japan Safety Lead-in Dazostinag + Pembrolizumab Experimental Treatment 2 Interventions

Dazostinag 5.0 mg, infusion, IV, in Japanese participants with advanced or metastatic solid tumors on Days 1, 8, and 15 in each 21-day cycle in combination with pembrolizumab 200 mg administered Q3W, IV, on Day 1 in each 21-day cycle. Additional dose levels of Dazostinag (such as 14.0 mg) in combination with pembrolizumab (200 mg, Q3W) may be explored in the Safety Lead-in.

Pembrolizumab is already approved in United States, European Union, United Kingdom for the following indications:

🇺🇸 Approved in United States as KEYTRUDA for:

• Head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC) with PD-L1 CPS ≥1
• Melanoma
• Non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC)
• Urothelial carcinoma
• Colorectal cancer
• Gastric cancer
• Hepatocellular carcinoma
• Renal cell carcinoma
• Cervical cancer
• Endometrial carcinoma

🇪🇺 Approved in European Union as KEYTRUDA for:

• Head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC) with PD-L1 CPS ≥1
• Melanoma
• Non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC)
• Urothelial carcinoma
• Colorectal cancer
• Gastric cancer
• Hepatocellular carcinoma
• Renal cell carcinoma
• Cervical cancer
• Endometrial carcinoma

🇬🇧 Approved in United Kingdom as KEYTRUDA for:

• Untreated metastatic or unresectable recurrent head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC) with PD-L1 CPS ≥1

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Sarah Cannon Research Institute (SCRI) Nashville, TN

Sarah Cannon Research Institute- HealthOne, Denver Denver, CO

University of Pittsburgh Medical Center - Hillman Cancer Center Pittsburgh, PA

SCRI - HealthOne Denver Denver, CO

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Who is running the clinical trial?

Takeda Lead Sponsor

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