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MAPK Inhibitor

Belvarafenib + Cobimetinib/Nivolumab for Melanoma

Phase 1
Waitlist Available
Research Sponsored by Genentech, Inc.
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial
Must have
Tumor specimen availability
ECOG Performance Status of 0 or 1
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up up to approximately 4 years
Awards & highlights

Study Summary

This trial will study the safety and effectiveness of belvarafenib, a new drug for NRAS-mutant melanoma that has progressed despite anti-PD-1/PD-L1 therapy.

Who is the study for?
This trial is for adults with advanced melanoma that has an NRAS mutation and worsened after anti-PD-1/PD-L1 therapy. They can have had up to two cancer treatments before, but not certain drugs like pan-RAF inhibitors or MEK inhibitors (for cobimetinib arm). No serious liver disease, untreated brain metastases, significant heart issues, autoimmune diseases, or immune deficiencies are allowed.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The study tests the safety and effectiveness of belvarafenib alone and combined with cobimetinib or both cobimetinib and nivolumab in treating advanced melanoma with NRAS mutations. Participants will be assessed for how their bodies handle the drugs (pharmacokinetics) and how well their tumors respond.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
Possible side effects include skin reactions from belvarafenib; vision changes from cobimetinib; fatigue, digestive issues, skin problems from nivolumab; as well as general risks like infection due to immune system effects.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

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I can provide a sample of my tumor for testing.
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I am fully active or can carry out light work.

Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~up to approximately 4 years
This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and up to approximately 4 years for reporting.

Treatment Details

Study Objectives

Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.
Primary outcome measures
Percentage of Participants With Adverse Events
Percentage of Participants With Dose Limiting Toxicity (DLTs)
Secondary outcome measures
Duration of response (DOR) according to RECIST v1.1
Objective response rate (ORR) according to RECIST v1.1
Overall survival (OS)
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Trial Design

3Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Group I: Belvarafenib Plus Cobimetinib Plus NivolumabExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Recommended dose (RD) and schedule of belvarafenib and cobimetinib plus nivolumab IV infusion every 4 weeks (Q4W) in a run-in phase followed by an expansion phase
Group II: Belvarafenib Plus CobimetinibExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Recommended dose (RD) and schedule of belvarafenib and cobimetinib selected based on the safety data, tolerability, pharmacokinetics, and anti-tumor activity tested in dose-finding phase followed by an expansion phase.
Group III: Belvarafenib MonotherapyExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Twice daily (BID), continuous dosing.
Treatment
First Studied
Drug Approval Stage
How many patients have taken this drug
Cobimetinib
2017
Completed Phase 3
~2660
Nivolumab
2014
Completed Phase 3
~4750

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Who is running the clinical trial?

Genentech, Inc.Lead Sponsor
1,539 Previous Clinical Trials
567,624 Total Patients Enrolled
34 Trials studying Melanoma
1,622 Patients Enrolled for Melanoma
Clinical TrialsStudy DirectorHoffmann-La Roche
2,199 Previous Clinical Trials
888,437 Total Patients Enrolled
50 Trials studying Melanoma
42,854 Patients Enrolled for Melanoma

Media Library

Belvarafenib (MAPK Inhibitor) Clinical Trial Eligibility Overview. Trial Name: NCT04835805 — Phase 1
Melanoma Research Study Groups: Belvarafenib Plus Cobimetinib Plus Nivolumab, Belvarafenib Monotherapy, Belvarafenib Plus Cobimetinib
Melanoma Clinical Trial 2023: Belvarafenib Highlights & Side Effects. Trial Name: NCT04835805 — Phase 1
Belvarafenib (MAPK Inhibitor) 2023 Treatment Timeline for Medical Study. Trial Name: NCT04835805 — Phase 1

Frequently Asked Questions

These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.

How many participants are involved in this experimental research?

"This medical investigation requires 98 volunteers who meet the specified criteria. Individuals can join from Memorial Sloan Kettering in New york, or Tennessee Oncology, PLLC - SCRI - PPDS located in Nashville."

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Is this experiment currently seeking volunteers?

"Affirmative. According to clinicaltrials.gov, this scientific investigation is presently recruiting volunteers; it was initially posted on May 13th 2021 and updated lastly on November 19th 2022. A total of 98 participants are being enrolled at 12 distinct locations."

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Does this research trial constitute a unique foray into the field?

"Since its initial evaluation by Hoffmann-La Roche in 2008, involving a cohort of 720 patients, Atezolizumab has become the subject of 373 active studies across 74 countries and 1651 cities. This medication was approved for Phase 2 trials after the first study's completion."

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Are there any extant reports detailing the efficacy of Atezolizumab in clinical trials?

"Atezolizumab was first trialled in 2008 at SCRI Tennessee Oncology Chattanooga and has since been the subject of 101 completed studies. At present, there are 373 active trials with numerous locations based out of New york City."

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How is atezolizumab typically employed in a therapeutic setting?

"Atezolizumab is commonly used to manage small cell lung cancer, but can also be beneficial for treating metastatic melanoma, unsalvageable tumors of the skin, and other malignant growths."

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Has Atezolizumab received regulatory clearance from the FDA?

"There is only scant evidence of safety and efficacy, so Atezolizumab was rated a 1 on our team's scale."

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What is the current scope of implementation for this clinical investigation?

"Presently, there are a dozen locations with active involvement in this clinical trial. Notable medical centres include Memorial Sloan Kettering (New york), Tennessee Oncology (Nashville) and University of Colorado Cancer Center (Aurora). Additionally, 9 other sites have been approved to participate."

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~23 spots leftby Nov 2025