MRTX1719 for Solid Tumors
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial tests a new treatment called MRTX1719 for individuals with advanced solid tumors that cannot be surgically removed or have metastasized. The focus is on tumors with a specific genetic change known as MTAP deletion. Researchers aim to assess the treatment's safety, patient tolerance, and its effectiveness in shrinking tumors. Candidates may qualify if they have a solid tumor with the MTAP gene deletion that is inoperable or has spread. As a Phase 1 trial, participants will be among the first to receive this treatment, aiding researchers in understanding its effects in humans.
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications. It's best to discuss this with the trial coordinators or your doctor.
Is there any evidence suggesting that MRTX1719 is likely to be safe for humans?
Research shows that MRTX1719 is being tested for safety in patients with solid tumors that have a specific genetic change called MTAP deletion. This early-stage research examines how well patients tolerate the treatment and any side effects. Early results have shown some positive responses in patients with these tumors.
However, because this is an early-phase study, information about safety remains limited. This phase primarily aims to assess drug tolerance and identify possible side effects. Treatments at this stage often involve closely monitored testing to ensure patient safety. Prospective participants should discuss any concerns with the trial team to understand what to expect regarding safety and possible side effects.12345Why do researchers think this study treatment might be promising?
Researchers are excited about MRTX1719 because it targets solid tumors with a new approach. Unlike standard treatments that might rely on chemotherapy or radiation, MRTX1719 specifically targets tumors with MTAP homozygous deletion. This precision focus aims to disrupt the tumor's survival mechanism directly, potentially leading to more effective outcomes with fewer side effects. By honing in on this specific genetic feature, MRTX1719 could offer a more personalized and efficient treatment option for patients with these particular tumor characteristics.
What evidence suggests that MRTX1719 might be an effective treatment for solid tumors?
Research has shown that MRTX1719 may help treat solid tumors in people with MTAP gene deletions. In early studies, MRTX1719 shrank tumors in patients with these specific genetic changes. This treatment blocks PRMT5, a protein that cancer cells need to grow when the MTAP gene is missing. Lab studies also demonstrated that MRTX1719 could stop tumor growth in various cancers, such as lung and pancreatic cancer. This trial includes a Phase 1/1B arm for dose escalation and evaluation of MRTX1719, along with a Phase 1b Sub-Study arm where MRTX1719 is combined with standard care therapy in selected solid tumor malignancies. These findings suggest MRTX1719 might be effective against certain solid tumors, but further research is needed to confirm its benefits.13467
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 that can't be surgically removed and have a specific genetic change called MTAP deletion. Participants must have tried standard treatments without success, be in fairly good health, and able to perform daily activities with ease or only slight difficulty.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Dose Escalation/Evaluation
Exploration of MRTX1719 dose and regimen in patients with advanced solid tumors
Phase 1b Expansion
Implementation of expansion cohorts to ensure safety, PK information, and early evidence of clinical activity
Phase 2
Evaluation of clinical activity and efficacy of MRTX1719 in separate cohorts by histological diagnosis
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- MRTX1719
Find a Clinic Near You
Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Bristol-Myers Squibb
Lead Sponsor
Christopher Boerner
Bristol-Myers Squibb
Chief Executive Officer since 2023
PhD in Business Administration from the Haas School of Business, University of California, Berkeley; BA in Economics and History from Washington University in St. Louis
Deepak L. Bhatt
Bristol-Myers Squibb
Chief Medical Officer since 2024
MD from Yale University; MSc in Clinical Epidemiology from the University of Pennsylvania
Mirati Therapeutics Inc.
Lead Sponsor
Dr. Charles M. Baum
Mirati Therapeutics Inc.
Chief Executive Officer since 2023
MD, PhD
Dr. Joseph Leveque
Mirati Therapeutics Inc.
Chief Medical Officer since 2021
MD