SMS001 (Paclitaxel) for Lung Cancer

Overseen By Jennifer Lister / Clinical Research Coordinator / UHN

Age: 18+

Sex: Any

Trial Phase: Phase 2

Sponsor: ToLymph Inc.

Disqualifiers: Advanced NSCLC, Previous malignancy, Uncontrolled illness, others

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

Prior Safety Data This treatment has passed at least one previous human trial

Approved in 3 Jurisdictions This treatment is already approved in other countries

Compensation: Varies

Number of Visits: 1

Duration: 1 day

42 Participants Needed

What You Need to Know Before You Apply

What is the purpose of this trial?

This trial explores a new form of the drug Paclitaxel, called SMS001, for treating lung cancer. The main goals are to determine a safe dose and assess its effectiveness for patients undergoing lung surgery. Participants will receive the drug once during their surgery, and if tolerated well, future participants may receive an increased dose. The trial seeks individuals with specific types of non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) who have not undergone prior chemotherapy or radiation and are scheduled for surgery. As a Phase 2 trial, this research focuses on measuring the treatment's effectiveness in an initial, smaller group, offering participants a chance to contribute to significant advancements in lung cancer treatment.

Will I have to stop taking my current medications?

The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications. However, since the trial excludes patients with certain health conditions and those who have had prior chemotherapy or radiation, it's best to discuss your specific medications with the trial team.

Is there any evidence suggesting that SMS001 is likely to be safe for humans?

Research has shown that SMS001, a new version of the drug Paclitaxel, is being tested for safety in people with lung cancer. Paclitaxel has long been used in cancer treatment, providing some knowledge about its safety. Previous studies with a similar drug, nab-paclitaxel, demonstrated its effectiveness and general safety for people with lung cancer, especially when combined with other treatments.

In these studies, patients experienced manageable side effects, indicating the drug didn't cause serious problems for most people. This suggests that SMS001 might also be safe, but this trial focuses on finding the safest dose. As the trial is in an early stage, researchers are still learning how people react to SMS001 and are carefully monitoring for any side effects.

For those considering joining this trial, it's important to know that the researchers prioritize safety and will adjust doses to find the best one for patients. ^{1 2 3 4 5}

Why do researchers think this study treatment might be promising for lung cancer?

Paclitaxel (SMS001) is unique because it's being administered directly during scheduled lung cancer surgery, which is different from the standard chemotherapy treatments that are usually given in cycles over several weeks. Most treatments for lung cancer involve systemic chemotherapy or targeted therapies, but SMS001 is delivered in a one-time dose, potentially reducing the overall treatment burden for patients. Researchers are excited because this approach could lead to more manageable side effects and a more efficient dosing strategy, possibly improving patient outcomes and quality of life.

What evidence suggests that SMS001 might be an effective treatment for lung cancer?

Research has shown that Paclitaxel, the drug on which SMS001 is based, shows promise in treating lung cancer, particularly Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC). In earlier studies, Paclitaxel reduced tumor size in 21% and 24% of NSCLC patients. Another version, nab-Paclitaxel, has been associated with better response rates and longer periods without cancer progression in advanced NSCLC. These findings suggest that SMS001, which trial participants will receive, could effectively treat lung cancer, building on the proven benefits of Paclitaxel. ^{1 3 6 7 8}

Who Is on the Research Team?

Kazuhiro Yasufuku, MD, PhD

Principal Investigator

University Health Network (UHN)

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?

This trial is for individuals with non-small cell lung cancer. Specific eligibility criteria are not provided, so it's important to contact the study organizers for detailed requirements.

Inclusion Criteria

My lung cancer diagnosis was confirmed through tissue examination.

I am over 18 and fit for lung cancer surgery.

QT interval corrected for heart rate using Frederica's formula (QTcF): males < 450msec and females < 470msec

Exclusion Criteria

I have not had cancer in the last 5 years, except for non-melanoma skin cancer.

My lung cancer is advanced or has spread to distant areas.

I need a major lung surgery.

Timeline for a Trial Participant

Screening

Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial

2-4 weeks

Treatment

Participants receive a one-time administration of SMS001 during their scheduled lung cancer surgery

1 day

1 visit (in-person)

Follow-up

Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment, including evaluation of treatment-emergent adverse events

52 weeks

Regular visits as per study protocol

Long-term follow-up

Evaluation of tumor recurrence and disease-free survival at 12-month follow-up

1 year

What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?

Interventions

• SMS001

Trial Overview The trial is testing SMS001, a new version of the drug Paclitaxel, to determine a safe dosage and its effectiveness in treating non-small cell lung cancer.

How Is the Trial Designed?

Group I: Dose Escalation and Confirmation Experimental Treatment 1 Intervention

All participants will receive a one-time administration of SMS001 undergoing their scheduled lung cancer surgery. Participants are given SMS001 and are watched very closely for side effects. If the side effects are manageable, then more participants are asked to join the study and are given a higher dose of SMS001, until a pre-defined suitable dose is reached.

SMS001 is already approved in European Union, United States, Canada for the following indications:

Approved in European Union as Taxol for:

• Ovarian cancer
• Breast cancer
• Lung cancer
• Kaposi's sarcoma
• Cervical cancer
• Pancreatic cancer

Approved in United States as Taxol for:

• Breast cancer
• Pancreatic cancer
• Ovarian cancer
• Kaposi's sarcoma
• Non-small-cell lung cancer

Approved in United States as Abraxane for:

• Breast cancer
• Non-small-cell lung cancer
• Pancreatic cancer

Approved in Canada as Taxol for:

• Ovarian cancer
• Breast cancer
• Lung cancer
• Kaposi's sarcoma

Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?

ToLymph Inc.

Lead Sponsor

Trials

1

Recruited

40+

University Health Network (UHN)

Collaborator

Trials

1

Recruited

40+

Ozmosis Research Inc.

Industry Sponsor

Trials

25

Recruited

5,200+

Mayo Clinic

Collaborator

Trials

3,427

Recruited

3,221,000+

Published Research Related to This Trial

Paclitaxel (TAXOL) has shown promising efficacy in treating lung cancer, with objective response rates of 21% and 24% in patients with non-small cell lung cancer, and a higher response rate of 34% in patients with extensive-stage small cell lung cancer.

Further research is necessary to explore the effectiveness of paclitaxel as a standalone treatment for small cell lung cancer and its potential as a radiosensitizer or in combination with other therapies.

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The combination of paclitaxel and vinorelbine was effective as a first-line treatment for untreated patients with metastatic lung adenocarcinoma, with a response rate of 50% and a median survival of 10 months based on a study of 54 patients.

While myelotoxicity was a common side effect affecting 87% of patients, severe neutropenia (grade 4) occurred in only 14.8%, indicating that the treatment regimen was manageable and did not require dose reductions for most patients.

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Paclitaxel and vinorelbine combination in advanced inoperable adenocarcinoma of the lung: a phase II study. Stathopoulos, GP., Veslemes, M., Georgatou, N., et al.[2018]

In a study of 29 patients with advanced lung cancer, a combination of domestic paclitaxel and other chemotherapy agents resulted in a partial response rate of 31%, indicating some effectiveness in treating the disease.

The treatment was associated with significant adverse effects, particularly hematological toxicity and nausea/vomiting, affecting 90.3% of patients, but these effects were considered tolerable.

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Paclitaxel has demonstrated strong antitumor activity in various cancers, including ovarian, breast, and lung carcinoma, especially when combined with platinum compounds like cisplatin and carboplatin.

Recent large randomized trials in Europe have explored the effectiveness of paclitaxel in combination with platinum for treating non-small cell lung cancer, showing promising results and leading to ongoing studies on its use in preoperative settings and with radiotherapy.

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European perspectives on paclitaxel/platinum-based therapy for advanced non-small cell lung cancer. Novello, S., Le Chevalier, T.[2019]

The addition of paclitaxel to cisplatin/etoposide chemotherapy and concurrent thoracic radiotherapy in patients with limited-stage small-cell lung cancer resulted in a high overall response rate of 92%, with 81% achieving complete remission, indicating strong efficacy of this treatment regimen.

While the treatment was effective, it was associated with significant hematologic toxicity, including severe leukopenia in 74% of patients and one treatment-related death, highlighting the need for careful monitoring and management of side effects.

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In a multi-institutional early phase II study involving 15 patients with non-small cell lung cancer, BMS-181339 (paclitaxel) showed a partial response rate of 20%, indicating potential efficacy as a treatment.

The treatment was associated with significant side effects, including severe leukopenia in 73.3% of patients and neutropenia in 93.3%, but no serious hypersensitivity reactions were reported, suggesting that while the drug has potential, careful monitoring for side effects is necessary.

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In a phase II study involving 34 patients with stage IIIb-IV non-small cell lung cancer, the combination of paclitaxel and vinorelbine resulted in a promising overall response rate of 67.7%, with 16.1% achieving a complete response.

Despite significant side effects, including leukopenia in 48.4% and anemia in 45.4% of patients, the treatment led to a median survival time of 10 months and a 1-year survival rate of 45.1%, indicating its potential as a first-line therapy for non-operable NSCLC.

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In a phase I study involving 22 patients with locally advanced, inoperable non-small cell lung cancer, the combination of paclitaxel and radiation therapy was well tolerated, with no severe adverse events linked to the treatment.

Among the 18 evaluable patients, there was one complete remission and ten partial remissions, indicating that this combined treatment approach may be an effective option for managing this type of cancer.

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Paclitaxel and simultaneous radiation in locally advanced stage IIIA/B non-small cell lung cancer: a clinical phase I study. Vogt, HG., Kolotas, C., Martin, T., et al.[2015]

Taxol, when administered intravenously, has a well-established safety profile based on data from 655 patients, with myelosuppression, particularly neutropenia, identified as the main dose-limiting toxicity, which was less severe with a 3-hour infusion schedule.

Severe hypersensitivity reactions were effectively managed with a premedication regimen, and while mild to moderate peripheral neuropathy was observed, it rarely led to treatment discontinuation, indicating a generally manageable safety profile.

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Taxol has shown significant effectiveness in treating advanced ovarian carcinoma, particularly in patients who are resistant to cisplatin, despite its slow clinical development due to hypersensitivity reactions and supply issues.

While premedications have reduced hypersensitivity reactions, there are concerns about potential cardiotoxicity, with 29% of patients experiencing asymptomatic bradycardia and 5% showing more serious cardiac disturbances, necessitating caution in its use.

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The maximum tolerated doses (MTD) of ABI-007 in combination with carboplatin were determined to be 300 mg/m², 100 mg/m², and 125 mg/m² for three different treatment schedules, indicating a well-defined dosing strategy for future studies.

The combination therapy was well tolerated with a lower incidence of severe neutropenia compared to traditional solvent-based paclitaxel, showing promising activity against various solid tumors, including lung and breast cancers.

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In a preliminary phase II study involving 23 patients with unresectable stage IIIA or IIIB non-small cell lung cancer, 8 out of 15 patients who completed treatment achieved complete or near-complete responses, indicating promising efficacy of the combined therapy with paclitaxel, cisplatin, etoposide, and radiotherapy.

The treatment regimen was generally well tolerated, although 8 patients experienced grade 3 or 4 esophagitis, primarily during the last two weeks of radiation, highlighting the need for monitoring and management of side effects.

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Taxol (paclitaxel) is an effective chemotherapy drug for various cancers, including ovarian and breast cancer, but it can cause severe hypersensitivity reactions and other significant side effects like cardiotoxicity and myelosuppression.

Due to the environmental concerns of sourcing Taxol from the western yew tree, researchers are investigating semisynthetic alternatives like taxotere to provide similar therapeutic benefits with potentially reduced ecological impact.

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