MDX2001 for Advanced Solid Tumors

Recruiting at 5 trial locations

Overseen By Email recommended

Age: 18+

Sex: Any

Trial Phase: Phase 1 & 2

Sponsor: ModeX Therapeutics, An OPKO Health Company

Disqualifiers: Cardiac disease, Brain metastases, HIV, others

No Placebo Group All trial participants will receive the active study treatment (no placebo)

Compensation: Varies

Number of Visits: Unknown

Duration: up to 6 months

115 Participants Needed

What You Need to Know Before You Apply

What is the purpose of this trial?

This trial tests a new treatment called MDX2001 for individuals with advanced solid tumors, which are cancers forming in body tissues other than blood. The main goal is to determine if MDX2001 is safe, tolerable, and effective against tumors. Participants receive the treatment through an IV in several groups. Eligible participants have been diagnosed with metastatic solid tumors (cancer that has spread) and have at least one measurable tumor. 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 treatment.

Will I have to stop taking my current medications?

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 MDX2001 is likely to be safe for humans?

Research has shown that MDX2001 is a new treatment under testing to assess its safety and tolerability. In studies so far, patients have received varying doses of MDX2001 to observe their body's response. Initial results suggest that most people tolerate it well, experiencing no severe side effects. However, as with many new treatments, some risks of side effects exist, including potential immune system issues, which doctors monitor closely. Since the trial is in its early stages, doctors are still determining the best and safest dose for patients. This ongoing research is crucial to understanding the safety of MDX2001 for people. ^{1 2 3 4 5}

Why do researchers think this study treatment might be promising for advanced solid tumors?

Researchers are excited about MDX2001 because it offers a novel approach to treating advanced solid tumors. Unlike traditional chemotherapy, which broadly attacks rapidly dividing cells, MDX2001 is designed to specifically target and inhibit pathways crucial for tumor growth. This targeted mechanism aims to minimize damage to healthy cells, potentially leading to fewer side effects. Additionally, MDX2001 is administered through intravenous infusion, which allows for precise dosing and monitoring in patients. This innovative approach could provide a new option for patients with limited treatment choices, offering hope for more effective management of their condition.

What evidence suggests that MDX2001 might be an effective treatment for advanced solid tumors?

Research shows that MDX2001, a special type of antibody, has promising effects against tumors. Early studies demonstrated that MDX2001 successfully targeted cancer cells in lab tests and animal studies, potentially leading to tumor reduction. In this trial, participants will receive MDX2001 in different phases, including dose escalation and cohort expansion, to evaluate its effectiveness in treating advanced solid tumors. Although research in humans is ongoing, these initial results suggest that MDX2001 might effectively treat advanced solid tumors. As more information becomes available, researchers expect to learn more about its effects on patients. ^{1 2 3 4 5}

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?

Adults over 18 with advanced solid tumors like lung, breast, prostate, and various other cancers. They must have a performance status indicating they can care for themselves (ECOG 0-1) and at least one measurable tumor. Participants need proper organ function and must follow local contraception guidelines.

Inclusion Criteria

I have at least one tumor that can be measured by medical imaging.

My cancer has spread and was confirmed by lab tests.

My blood, liver, and kidney functions are all within normal ranges.

Exclusion Criteria

Known hypersensitivity to MDX2001 or any of its ingredients

I have no lingering side effects from past cancer treatments.

I have had a transplant of an organ or bone marrow.

Timeline for a Trial Participant

Screening

Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial

up to 4 weeks

Treatment

Participants receive MDX2001 as intravenous (IV) infusion during dose escalation and expansion phases

up to 6 months

Follow-up

Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment

up to 3 months

Long-term follow-up

Participants may continue to be monitored for long-term safety and efficacy

up to 9 months

What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?

Interventions

• MDX2001

Trial Overview The trial is testing MDX2001's safety, tolerability, and effectiveness against advanced solid tumors. It involves gradually increasing the dose of MDX2001 to find the highest dose patients can take without serious side effects before expanding to more participants.

How Is the Trial Designed?

Group I: Phase 2a - Cohort Expansion Experimental Treatment 1 Intervention

Patients with a single tumor indication will receive MDX2001 as intravenous (IV) infusion at the recommended Phase 2 dose.

Group II: Phase 1b - Dose Expansion - Dose B Experimental Treatment 1 Intervention

Patients with a single tumor indication will receive MDX2001 as intravenous (IV) infusion.

Group III: Phase 1b - Dose Expansion - Dose A Experimental Treatment 1 Intervention

Patients with a single tumor indication receive MDX2001 as intravenous (IV) infusion.

Group IV: Phase 1a - MDX2001 Dose Escalation Experimental Treatment 1 Intervention

Patients with metastatic solid tumors will receive MDX2001 as intravenous (IV) infusion.

Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?

ModeX Therapeutics, An OPKO Health Company

Lead Sponsor

Trials

2

Recruited

170+

Published Research Related to This Trial

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While PD-L1 inhibitors showed improved safety outcomes overall, they were associated with a higher risk of immune-related AEs compared to chemotherapy, indicating a need for careful monitoring in patients receiving this treatment.

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VX15/2503 was well tolerated in a study of 42 patients with advanced solid tumors, with most side effects being mild (grade 1 or 2), such as nausea and fatigue, indicating a favorable safety profile.

The treatment showed promising antitumor activity, with one patient achieving a partial response and 45.2% of patients maintaining stable disease for at least 8 weeks, suggesting that VX15/2503 may enhance immune response against tumors.

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In a phase I study involving 43 patients with advanced solid tumors, MEDI-573 demonstrated a favorable safety profile with no dose-limiting toxicities and only one case of treatment-related hyperglycemia.

While MEDI-573 did not lead to any partial or complete responses in the tumors, 13 out of 39 evaluable patients showed stable disease, indicating some preliminary antitumor activity in a heavily pretreated population.

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The maximum tolerated dose (MTD) of OSI-461 was determined to be 1,000 mg taken orally twice daily in combination with mitoxantrone, with the combination generally well tolerated by patients with advanced solid tumors.

Out of the patients studied, 10% experienced a partial response and 50% had stable disease, indicating that while the combination was safe, the response rates were similar to those seen with mitoxantrone alone, leading to the decision not to pursue further studies.

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Chemotherapy has been shown to improve survival and quality of life in patients with advanced non-small cell lung cancer, including those with poor performance status (PS2), who historically have been underrepresented in clinical trials.

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In low-risk myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS), treatments like growth factor support, lenalidomide, and luspatercept aim to reduce transfusion needs and improve quality of life, while high-risk MDS treatments focus on improving survival with hypomethylating agents and stem cell transplantation.

Recent advancements in treatment combinations, including new hypomethylating agents and the approval of an oral hypomethylating agent, show promise for improving outcomes in high-risk MDS patients, although there remains a significant need for effective therapies for relapsed and refractory cases.

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Anti-PD-1/PD-L1 antibody therapy significantly improved overall survival and progression-free survival in advanced non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) patients compared to docetaxel, with hazard ratios indicating a 31% and 24% reduction in risk of death and disease progression, respectively.

This therapy also demonstrated a higher objective response rate and fewer treatment-related adverse events, particularly severe ones, suggesting it is a safer and more effective option for patients previously treated for advanced NSCLC.

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A comprehensive review of 41 randomized controlled trials involving 23,121 patients found that treatments combining chemotherapy with immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICIs) significantly increased the risk of treatment-related adverse events compared to ICI-only regimens.

Among the various ICI treatments, the combination of PD-L1 and CTLA-4 with chemotherapy had the highest risk of immune-related adverse events, with severe cases like myocarditis and pneumonitis showing notably high fatality rates, indicating the need for careful monitoring and management in patients receiving these therapies.

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