Repotrectinib Drug Interactions for Advanced Cancer
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial tests how a new cancer treatment, repotrectinib (also known as TPX-0005), interacts with other medications in the body. It targets individuals with advanced cancer who have a specific gene change, ROS1 or NTRK1-3. Participants must have a confirmed diagnosis of a solid tumor with this gene change and be able to perform daily activities with minimal assistance. The trial involves taking repotrectinib alongside some common drugs to observe their combined effects. As a Phase 1 trial, this research aims to understand how the treatment works in people, offering participants the opportunity to be among the first to receive this new treatment.
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
You may need to stop taking certain medications before joining the trial. Specifically, you cannot take drugs that are moderate or strong CYP3A inhibitors or inducers, or certain other drugs like metformin, digoxin, or rosuvastatin within 14 days before the trial's drug interaction assessment period.
Is there any evidence suggesting that this treatment is likely to be safe for humans?
Research has shown that repotrectinib, also known as TPX-0005, has undergone safety testing in patients with advanced cancer. In a previous study involving 426 patients, 35% experienced serious side effects. This indicates some significant reactions, but researchers continue to investigate these further.
Repotrectinib has already received approval for treating a type of lung cancer, suggesting that its safety is somewhat established. However, since this current trial is in an early phase, the complete safety profile is still being developed. This phase typically focuses on how well participants tolerate the drug and identifying any potential side effects.
Participants considering this trial should consult their doctors and weigh the benefits against possible risks.12345Why do researchers think this study treatment might be promising?
Researchers are excited about Repotrectinib (TPX-0005) because it targets advanced cancers in a novel way. Unlike traditional treatments that focus on one specific cancer pathway, Repotrectinib is designed to inhibit multiple pathways, potentially making it more effective against tumors that have become resistant to other treatments. This drug is taken orally, which can be more convenient than intravenous therapies. Its ability to work in concert with other drugs like metformin, digoxin, and rosuvastatin might enhance its effectiveness, offering a multifaceted approach to tackling tough cancers.
What evidence suggests that this treatment might be an effective treatment for advanced cancer?
Research has shown that repotrectinib, also known as TPX-0005, may help treat certain types of cancer. In patients with ROS1-positive non-small-cell lung cancer (NSCLC), studies found that 79% of those untreated with TKIs (tyrosine kinase inhibitors) responded well to the treatment. Among those with previous TKI treatments, 41% still showed a positive response. On average, the benefits lasted about 36.8 months, indicating prolonged improvements. Repotrectinib also proved effective for patients who had received other treatments, continuing to show positive effects. These findings suggest that repotrectinib could be effective for advanced cancers, especially those with ROS1-positive markers. Participants in this trial will receive repotrectinib alongside a combination of cocktail drugs to study potential drug interactions.678910
Who Is on the Research Team?
Bristol-Myers Squibb
Principal Investigator
Bristol-Myers Squibb
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for adults with advanced solid tumors, including CNS tumors, that have specific gene fusions (ROS1 or NTRK1-3). Participants must be in fairly good health based on ECOG status and lab tests. They can't join if they have symptomatic brain metastases, significant heart disease, are in another clinical trial, had major surgery recently, have active infections needing treatment, use certain other drugs or have gastrointestinal issues affecting drug absorption.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants receive oral repotrectinib and cocktail drugs (metformin, digoxin, rosuvastatin) to evaluate drug-drug interactions
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- TPX-0005
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Turning Point Therapeutics, Inc.
Lead Sponsor