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Kinase Inhibitor

Belumosudil for Chronic Graft-Versus-Host Disease

Phase 2
Recruiting
Research Sponsored by Kadmon, a Sanofi Company
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial
Must have
Have persistent cGVHD manifestations and systemic therapy is indicated
Contraception (with double contraception methods) for male and female participants; not pregnant or breastfeeding for female participants
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up up to approximately 48 months
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Study Summary

This trial tests the safety and effectiveness of a new drug for people with cGVHD who have had 2 prior treatments. Participation lasts up to 4 weeks and follow-up every 12 weeks.

Who is the study for?
This trial is for Black, African American, American Indian or Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander individuals aged 12+ with chronic Graft Versus Host Disease (cGVHD) who have tried at least two systemic therapies. Participants must be in stable condition with a certain performance score and not on specific treatments like ibrutinib or ruxolitinib recently.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The study tests the safety and effectiveness of an oral drug called Belumosudil in patients with cGVHD. The treatment period includes up to four weeks of screening, ongoing treatment until disease progression, followed by a safety check-up after four weeks and long-term follow-ups every three months.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
While the specific side effects are not listed here, participants will be monitored for any adverse reactions to Belumosudil during their treatment phase as well as throughout the safety follow-up period.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

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I have ongoing symptoms from a chronic graft-versus-host disease needing systemic treatment.
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I am using two forms of birth control and am not pregnant or breastfeeding.
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I can care for myself but may not be able to do active work or play.
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I am at least 12 years old and weigh 40 kg or more.
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I have had 2 to 5 treatments for chronic graft-versus-host disease.

Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~up to approximately 48 months
This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and up to approximately 48 months for reporting.

Treatment Details

Study Objectives

Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.
Primary outcome measures
Change from baseline in corrected QT interval using Fridericia's formula (QTc[F])
Heart rate
Diastolic blood pressure
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Secondary outcome measures
Change from baseline in cGVHD global severity rating using the Clinician-Reported Global cGVHD Activity Assessment
Change from baseline in calcineurin inhibitor dose
Adrenal Cortex Hormones
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Side effects data

From 2014 Phase 2 trial • 8 Patients • NCT02106195
25%
Transaminase increased
13%
Nausea
13%
Vomiting
13%
Pyrexia
13%
Fall
13%
Rib Fracture
13%
Tooth ache
13%
Nephrolithiasis
13%
Anastomotic ulder
13%
Somnolence
13%
Hypokalemia
13%
Anastomotic ulcer
100%
80%
60%
40%
20%
0%
Study treatment Arm
Belumosudil 200 mg PO QD

Trial Design

1Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Group I: BelumosudilExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Participants will receive belumosudil orally, once daily (QD) or twice daily (BID) if they are taking strong CYP3A4 inducers or proton pump inhibitors.
Treatment
First Studied
Drug Approval Stage
How many patients have taken this drug
Belumosudil
2018
Completed Phase 2
~320

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Who is running the clinical trial?

Kadmon, a Sanofi CompanyLead Sponsor
13 Previous Clinical Trials
635 Total Patients Enrolled
Clinical Sciences & OperationsStudy DirectorSanofi
862 Previous Clinical Trials
2,019,802 Total Patients Enrolled

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Are there currently any openings for this experiment?

"Affirmative, the clinicaltrials.gov database attests that this trial is still recruiting participants to join. First posted on January 16th 2024 and updated as of November 21st 2023, 36 individuals who meet the criteria are needed from 3 specific medical sites."

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What potential dangers should be taken into consideration when using Belumosudil?

"Belumosudil received a 2 on our risk assessment scale. This is because of the Phase 2 trial designation, indicating that there are studies which support its safety but none with evidence of efficacy."

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How many participants are currently enrolled in this trial?

"Affirmative. The clinical trial portal points to this study actively seeking participants, with the first post made on January 16th 2024 and last update on November 21st 2023. 36 enrollees are needed from 3 sites."

Answered by AI
~24 spots leftby Aug 2025