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Selumetinib + Cyclosporine for Colorectal Cancer
Study Summary
This trial is testing the effects of selumetinib in combination with cyclosporine on patients with solid tumors or colorectal cancer.
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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.Trial Design
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- My cancer can be measured using specific criteria.My advanced cancer does not respond to standard treatments or no standard treatment exists.I am fully active or can carry out light work.I have a tumor that can be safely biopsied.My colorectal cancer is advanced, cannot be surgically removed, and I know my RAS status. I cannot join if I have BRAF mutations and have already tried treatments with oxaliplatin and irinotecan.My blood calcium level is below 8.4 mg/dL, but I can take supplements to increase it.I haven't had a stroke, mini-stroke, or blood clot in my lungs in the last 6 months.My blood pressure is controlled and below 140/90 mmHg.I do not have any severe illnesses or conditions that my doctor is still trying to get under control.I have eye conditions like high pressure, uncontrolled glaucoma, or past eye vein issues.I cannot swallow pills.I am not pregnant and will stop breastfeeding if treated with AZD6244.My blood potassium level is below 3.5 mmol/L.My blood clotting time is within the normal range, or I'm on warfarin for blood clots.I am using birth control and had a negative pregnancy test recently.I haven't had chemotherapy or radiotherapy in the last 4 weeks and have recovered from any side effects.I have advanced colorectal cancer that cannot be surgically removed, know my RAS status, and cannot take BRAF mutation treatments. I've also had and didn't respond well to treatments with oxaliplatin and irinotecan.My kidney function, measured by eGFR, is normal or above 60.I am allergic to AZD6244, cyclosporine A, or similar drugs.I have moderate heart valve disease.I take medication other than beta blockers or digoxin for heart rhythm problems.I am a man who can father children and will use birth control during and up to 12 weeks after the study.I have a tumor that can be safely biopsied.You are expected to live for at least three more months.I have brain metastases but am stable and not on recent steroids or anti-convulsants for it.I haven't had extensive radiotherapy in the last 4 weeks or targeted radiotherapy in the last 2 weeks.My advanced cancer does not respond to standard treatments or no treatment exists.I have moderate to severe heart failure.I haven't had major surgery or significant injury in the last 3 weeks, or minor procedures like a biopsy in the last week.I haven't had a recent heart attack or unstable heart disease in the last year.
- Group 1: Treatment (selumetinib and cyclosporine)
- 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
Are there any other examinations that have been conducted with Selumetinib?
"At this moment, 100 investigations into the efficacy of Selumetinib are in progress, with 17 trials reaching Phase 3. Although a majority of these studies are located near Houston, Texas; 1,465 sites across the world are conducting research related to Selumetinib."
What is the total participant count of this clinical experiment?
"This trial has concluded its recruitment process. It was first listed on August 5th 2014 and the listing was last updated November 16th 2022. If you're searching for other studies, there are 874 clinical trials involving colorectal carcinoma that are currently admitting patients and 100 trials using Selumetinib recruiting participants."
What therapeutic purposes does Selumetinib serve?
"Selumetinib is regularly employed in transplantation treatments. It can also assist with issues like watery eyes, lupus nephritis, and bulla."
How many medical centers are hosting this investigation?
"This trial encompasses 10 medical sites, among those Chapel Hill, New Brunswick and Pittsburgh. To minimize the need for travel, it is suggested to select a local clinic if possible."
Has the Food and Drug Administration sanctioned Selumetinib for medical use?
"Our assessment of Selumetinib's safety level on a scale of 1 to 3 was determined to be 1 due to the limited evidence available in this phase one trial."
Are researchers actively seeking participants for this experiment?
"As per the records on clinicaltrials.gov, this research endeavour is not currently recruiting participants. The trial was initially posted in August 2014 and last updated November 16th 2022, but there are presently 974 other studies looking for volunteers."
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