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Anti-metabolites

CAPTEM for Glioblastoma (CAPTEM Trial)

Phase 1 & 2
Recruiting
Led By John Boockvar, MD
Research Sponsored by Northwell Health
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial
Must have
Have a pathology proven diagnosis of newly diagnosed Glioblastoma Multiforme WHO IV
Be able to tolerate oral chemotherapeutic medications with no health-threatening allergies or side effects based on lab and clinical findings
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up 4 years
Awards & highlights

CAPTEM Trial Summary

This trial will help researchers learn whether adding capecitabine to the standard oral temozolomide treatment for newly diagnosed GBM is safe and improves patient outcomes.

Who is the study for?
This trial is for adults aged 18-74 with newly diagnosed Glioblastoma Multiforme who've finished initial chemo-radiation but not started maintenance temozolomide. Participants must be able to take oral medication, have a life expectancy over 3 months, use effective contraception if applicable, and have good organ function. Exclusions include prior treatment with similar drugs, serious illnesses or conditions that interfere with consent or treatment, recent other cancers (except certain treated cases), pregnancy/lactation, and severe drug allergies.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The study tests the safety and effectiveness of capecitabine combined with temozolomide in treating new glioblastoma multiforme after radiation therapy. It aims to see if adding capecitabine improves patient response compared to standard care which is just temozolomide alone.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
Potential side effects may include typical chemotherapy-related issues such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, fatigue, hand-foot syndrome (redness/pain/swelling of palms/soles), low blood cell counts leading to increased infection risk or bleeding problems. Heart complications could occur especially in those with pre-existing heart disease.

CAPTEM Trial Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

You may be eligible if you check “Yes” for the criteria below
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I have been diagnosed with a type of brain tumor called Glioblastoma.
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I can take oral chemotherapy without severe allergies or side effects.
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I am mostly independent and can care for myself.
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I am between 18 and 74 years old.

CAPTEM Trial Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~4 years
This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and 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
Overall Survival (OS)
Progression-free survival (PFS)
Secondary outcome measures
Composite overall response rate (CORR) through the Response Evaluation Criteria In Solid Tumors (RECIST)
Toxicities will be tabulated and graded according to the NCI Common Toxicity Criteria (CTCAE) version 4.03.

Side effects data

From 2016 Phase 2 trial • 175 Patients • NCT01055314
36%
Febrile neutropenia
31%
Death NOS
30%
Diarrhea
22%
Pain
21%
Hyperglycemia
16%
Anorexia
16%
Infections and infestations - Other, specify
16%
Alanine aminotransferase increased
14%
Hypokalemia
13%
Nausea
11%
Hyponatremia
10%
Weight loss
9%
Aspartate aminotransferase increased
9%
Anemia
9%
Mucositis oral
9%
Vomiting
9%
Constipation
9%
Dehydration
9%
Hypophosphatemia
8%
Platelet count decreased
8%
Sepsis
7%
Neoplasms benign, malignant and unspecified (incl cysts and polyps) - Other, specify
7%
Catheter related infection
7%
Colitis
7%
Abdominal pain
6%
Hypotension
6%
White blood cell decreased
6%
GGT increased
6%
Hypocalcemia
6%
Urinary retention
6%
Hypoalbuminemia
6%
Fever
5%
Anxiety
5%
Typhlitis
5%
Neutrophil count decreased
5%
Urinary tract infection
4%
Peripheral motor neuropathy
4%
Enterocolitis
4%
Lipase increased
4%
Pleural effusion
4%
Serum amylase increased
4%
Skin infection
4%
Epistaxis
4%
Urinary tract obstruction
3%
Lymphocyte count decreased
3%
Wound infection
3%
Blood bilirubin increased
3%
Syncope
3%
Dermatitis radiation
3%
Hypertension
3%
Sinus tachycardia
3%
Edema limbs
3%
Bone pain
3%
Dyspnea
3%
Hematuria
3%
Hypercalcemia
2%
Thromboembolic event
2%
Upper gastrointestinal hemorrhage
2%
Vulval infection
2%
Depressed level of consciousness
2%
Stridor
2%
Allergic reaction
2%
Back pain
2%
Lung infection
2%
Urticaria
2%
Acute kidney injury
2%
Muscle weakness lower limb
2%
Musculoskeletal and connective tissue disorder - Other, specify
2%
Pain in extremity
2%
Peripheral sensory neuropathy
2%
Proctitis
2%
Skin ulceration
2%
Apnea
2%
Stoma site infection
2%
Tumor pain
2%
Left ventricular systolic dysfunction
2%
Pancreatitis
2%
Portal hypertension
2%
Rectal hemorrhage
2%
Creatinine increased
2%
Enterocolitis infectious
2%
Hyperkalemia
2%
Investigations - Other, specify
2%
Abdominal distension
1%
Esophageal pain
1%
Gastrointestinal disorders - Other, specify
1%
Heart failure
1%
Hepatobiliary disorders - Other, specify
1%
Penile pain
1%
Vascular disorders - Other, specify
1%
Ascites
1%
Bone marrow hypocellular
1%
Anaphylaxis
1%
Delirium
1%
Sore throat
1%
Vasovagal reaction
1%
Anal hemorrhage
1%
Soft tissue infection
1%
Tracheitis
1%
Anal mucositis
1%
Seizure
1%
Menorrhagia
1%
Fracture
1%
Hydrocephalus
1%
Device related infection
1%
Tooth infection
1%
Gastric ulcer
1%
Sinusitis
1%
Skin and subcutaneous tissue disorders - Other, specify
1%
Pharyngitis
1%
Pyramidal tract syndrome
1%
Anal ulcer
1%
Depression
1%
Ejection fraction decreased
1%
Rash maculo-papular
1%
Pruritus
1%
Myositis
1%
Nail infection
1%
Pain of skin
1%
Pleuritic pain
1%
Pneumonitis
1%
Pneumothorax
1%
Postoperative hemorrhage
1%
Renal and urinary disorders - Other, specify
1%
Respiratory, thoracic and mediastinal disorders - Other, specify
1%
Salivary duct inflammation
1%
Small intestine infection
1%
Alkaline phosphatase increased
1%
Appendicitis
1%
Spinal fracture
1%
Disseminated intravascular coagulation
1%
Ear and labyrinth disorders - Other, specify
1%
Endocrine disorders - Other, specify
1%
Esophageal stenosis
1%
Esophagitis
1%
Gastric hemorrhage
1%
Gum infection
1%
Tumor lysis syndrome
1%
Upper respiratory infection
1%
Hypertriglyceridemia
1%
Hypoxia
1%
Ileus
1%
INR increased
1%
Laryngeal edema
1%
Multi-organ failure
1%
Myelodysplastic syndrome
1%
Oral hemorrhage
1%
Oral pain
1%
Pulmonary edema
1%
Rectal fistula
1%
Rectal pain
1%
Respiratory failure
1%
Bladder spasm
1%
Chest wall pain
1%
Confusion
1%
Congenital, familial and genetic disorders - Other, specify
1%
CPK increased
1%
Dizziness
1%
Encephalopathy
1%
Eye disorders - Other, specify
1%
Generalized muscle weakness
1%
Hoarseness
1%
Hypernatremia
1%
Hypoglycemia
1%
Hypomagnesemia
1%
Insomnia
1%
Irregular menstruation
1%
Irritability
1%
Joint range of motion decreased cervical spine
1%
Kyphosis
1%
Lethargy
1%
Headache
1%
Laryngeal mucositis
1%
Pelvic pain
1%
Esophageal infection
1%
Abdominal infection
1%
Acidosis
1%
Anal fistula
1%
Fall
1%
Fatigue
1%
Gait disturbance
100%
80%
60%
40%
20%
0%
Study treatment Arm
Group 1 (Chemotherapy, Radiation Therapy, Cixutumumab)
Group 2 (Chemotherapy, Radiation Therapy, Temozolomide)

CAPTEM Trial Design

1Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Group I: Capecitabine amd TemozolomideExperimental Treatment2 Interventions
Oral Capecitabine at 1500 mg/m2 divided into twice daily dosing, taken on days 1-14, and Temozolomide at 150 mg/m2 - 200 mg/m2 divided into twice daily dosing, taken on days 10-14; days 15-28 off.
Treatment
First Studied
Drug Approval Stage
How many patients have taken this drug
Capecitabine
FDA approved
Temozolomide
FDA approved

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Who is running the clinical trial?

Northwell HealthLead Sponsor
458 Previous Clinical Trials
470,866 Total Patients Enrolled
16 Trials studying Glioblastoma
806 Patients Enrolled for Glioblastoma
John Boockvar, MD3.916 ReviewsPrincipal Investigator - Lenox Hill Hospital-Northwell Health
Northwell Health
13 Previous Clinical Trials
758 Total Patients Enrolled
11 Trials studying Glioblastoma
717 Patients Enrolled for Glioblastoma
5Patient Review
This neurosurgeon is a true hero and miracle worker.

Media Library

Capecitabine (Anti-metabolites) Clinical Trial Eligibility Overview. Trial Name: NCT03213002 — Phase 1 & 2
Glioblastoma Research Study Groups: Capecitabine amd Temozolomide
Glioblastoma Clinical Trial 2023: Capecitabine Highlights & Side Effects. Trial Name: NCT03213002 — Phase 1 & 2
Capecitabine (Anti-metabolites) 2023 Treatment Timeline for Medical Study. Trial Name: NCT03213002 — Phase 1 & 2

Frequently Asked Questions

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

What is the current number of participants in this research project?

"Affirmative. The clinical trial's listing on clinicaltrials.gov attests to its ongoing recruitment efforts, which began June 13th 2017 and was most recently updated October 17th 2022. 67 individuals are needed for the single site conducting this study."

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Does this trial have an age restriction, and if so what is it?

"To be eligible for inclusion in this trial, the patient must fall between 18 and 74 years of age. Conversely, there are 215 studies available to those younger than 18 while 1651 trials target patients over 65."

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To what clinical conditions is Temozolomide typically administered?

"Temozolomide is typically used to combat progression of diseases, but also has been prescribed by doctors for nitrosourea treatment, advanced mycosis fungoides, and refractory cases."

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Who qualifies to join this test group?

"Qualified candidates must possess a diagnosis of glioblastoma and be between 18 to 74 years old. This medical research project is looking for 67 volunteers in total."

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Has Temozolomide been investigated in any prior research projects?

"At present, 531 trials pertaining to Temozolomide are in progress. Of those studies, 149 have reached Phase 3 and 16516 medical sites are participating across the globe. The majority of these research efforts are located in Adelaide, South Australia."

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Are new volunteers being recruited for this research endeavor?

"Correct. Clinicaltrials.gov reveals that this study, which was first announced on June 13th 2017, is currently enrolling participants into its trial. A total of 67 people will be recruited from one medical centre."

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~16 spots leftby Jun 2026