ZZ06 for Solid Tumors
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial aims to test the safety and effectiveness of a new treatment, ZZ06, for adults with advanced solid tumors that are positive for EGFR (a protein that helps cells grow). Researchers seek to determine how well ZZ06 is tolerated and how it interacts with the body. Participants will receive varying doses of ZZ06 to identify the most effective amount. The study seeks individuals with an EGFR-positive tumor who have tried other treatments without success and have at least one measurable tumor. As a Phase 1 trial, the research focuses on understanding how the treatment works in people, offering participants the opportunity to be among the first to receive this new treatment.
Do I need to stop my current medications to join the trial?
The trial does not clearly specify if you need to stop taking your current medications. However, you cannot have had certain anticancer therapies or investigational agents within 4 weeks before starting the trial, except for tamoxifen in specific cases.
Is there any evidence suggesting that ZZ06 is likely to be safe for humans?
Research has shown that ZZ06 is in the early stages of testing to determine its safety for people with advanced solid tumors. Since this is early research, only a few people have tried ZZ06 so far. The main goal is to find out how much of the drug can be given safely and if it helps reduce tumors.
In these early tests, doctors closely monitor for any side effects. They also aim to find the best dose that balances benefits with potential risks. Currently, detailed information on how well people are handling ZZ06 is unavailable, but early-stage trials like this are essential for understanding safety.
Because ZZ06 is still in the first phase of testing, side effects are being carefully monitored. This stage helps doctors learn how the treatment works in the body and what dose might be safe. More research will provide a clearer picture of its safety over time.12345Why do researchers think this study treatment might be promising?
Most treatments for solid tumors involve chemotherapy, radiation, or surgery, which aim to remove or shrink tumors. However, ZZ06 offers a novel approach by using a potentially more targeted therapy. Researchers are excited about ZZ06 because it is administered in multiple doses, ranging from 0.03 mg/kg to 1.00 mg/kg, and delivered twice weekly. This regimen allows for flexibility and precision in dosing, meaning it could be adjusted based on patient response, possibly leading to fewer side effects and improved outcomes. This innovative dosing strategy sets ZZ06 apart from conventional treatments and is a key reason why researchers are enthusiastic about its potential.
What evidence suggests that this trial's treatment, ZZ06, could be effective for advanced EGFR-positive solid tumors?
Research shows that ZZ06 targets a protein called EGFR, often found in high amounts in some cancers. Treatments focusing on EGFR have shown promise in studies by slowing down or even shrinking tumors. Although ZZ06 remains under testing, it is designed to block signals that promote tumor growth. Early signs suggest it might benefit individuals whose cancers haven't responded to other treatments. While data on its effectiveness is still being gathered, this treatment offers hope for those with advanced tumors with high levels of EGFR. Participants in this trial will receive different dosages of ZZ06 to evaluate its effectiveness and safety.12367
Who Is on the Research Team?
Sanjay Goel, MD
Principal Investigator
Montefiore Medical Center
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
Adults over 18 with advanced solid tumors positive for EGFR, who've exhausted standard treatments or have none available. They must be relatively healthy, not pregnant, agree to use contraception, and can't have active brain metastases or recent heart attacks. Prior treatment targeting EGF within 6 months is a disqualifier.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants receive ZZ06 at varying doses administered twice weekly in 28-day cycles, with an initial treatment course of 2 cycles and up to 6 additional cycles
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- ZZ06
Find a Clinic Near You
Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Changchun Intellicrown Pharmaceutical Co. LTD
Lead Sponsor
Covance
Industry Sponsor
Dr. Paul Kirchgraber
Covance
Chief Executive Officer since 2019
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Dr. Robert Dow
Covance
Chief Medical Officer since 2020
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