RMC-4630 for Cancer
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial tests a new treatment called RMC-4630, an experimental drug for individuals with solid tumors that haven't responded to other treatments or who can't use standard treatments. The trial aims to determine the best dose of RMC-4630 for future studies and ensure its safety. This trial may suit individuals with solid tumors who haven't had success with other cancer drugs and have specific gene changes, such as KRAS or BRAF mutations. Participants must follow the study schedule and agree to use effective birth control. As a Phase 1 trial, this research focuses on understanding how the treatment works in people, offering participants the opportunity to be among the first to receive this new drug.
Do I need to stop my current medications to join the trial?
The trial information does not specify if you need to stop taking your current medications. It's best to discuss this with the trial team or your doctor.
Is there any evidence suggesting that RMC-4630 is likely to be safe for humans?
Research has shown that RMC-4630 appears safe and manageable in early studies with patients who have certain types of cancer. In one study, patients taking RMC-4630 experienced no severe or life-threatening side effects related to the treatment. Most side effects were mild to moderate, such as fatigue and changes in blood test results, which are common in many cancer treatments.
Another study examined RMC-4630 combined with another drug. This combination was generally safe and did not cause severe side effects. These results suggest that RMC-4630 alone might also be safe.
Since this trial is in its early stages, the main goal is to understand how the body processes the drug and to determine the best dose. This phase helps ensure the treatment is safe enough before advancing to more extensive research.12345Why do researchers think this study treatment might be promising?
RMC-4630 is unique because it targets a specific pathway involved in the growth of cancer cells, known as the SHP2 pathway. Most treatments for relapsed or refractory solid tumors focus on inhibiting tumor growth in a more general way, but RMC-4630 zeroes in on this specific mechanism, potentially offering a more targeted approach. Researchers are excited about this treatment because it could lead to fewer side effects and more effective management of tumors that have stopped responding to traditional therapies.
What evidence suggests that RMC-4630 might be an effective treatment for solid tumors?
Research has shown that RMC-4630, a SHP2 inhibitor, may help treat solid tumors. One study found that using RMC-4630 alone reduced the growth of a specific type of lung cancer by 71%. This suggests potential effectiveness, particularly for cancers with certain genetic changes. However, previous trials have indicated it might not work as well when used alone. The treatment could be more effective when combined with other therapies, though results when used alone remain promising for some cases.14567
Who Is on the Research Team?
Revolution Medicines, Inc.
Principal Investigator
Revolution Medicines, Inc.
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Dose-Escalation
Participants receive escalating doses of RMC-4630 to evaluate safety, tolerability, and pharmacokinetics
Dose-Expansion
Participants with specific mutations receive RMC-4630 to further evaluate safety and efficacy
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- RMC-4630
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Revolution Medicines, Inc.
Lead Sponsor
Sanofi
Industry Sponsor
Paul Hudson
Sanofi
Chief Executive Officer since 2019
Degree in Economics from Manchester Metropolitan University
Christopher Corsico
Sanofi
Chief Medical Officer
MD from Cornell University, MPH in Chronic Disease Epidemiology from Yale University