Selinexor + Chemotherapy for Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma

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Age: 18+

Sex: Any

Trial Phase: Phase 1 & 2

Sponsor: Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute

Must not be taking: Investigational agents

Disqualifiers: Brain metastases, HIV, Hepatitis B/C, others

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

Approved in 2 Jurisdictions This treatment is already approved in other countries

Compensation: Varies

Number of Visits: 28

What You Need to Know Before You Apply

What is the purpose of this trial?

This trial explores whether adding Selinexor, a cancer treatment, to standard chemotherapy can improve outcomes for patients with B cell Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, a type of blood cancer. The researchers aim to determine the best dose of Selinexor and evaluate the effectiveness of this new combination. Suitable participants include those with advanced B cell Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma that can be measured by doctors and who have not received extensive prior chemotherapy. As a Phase 1, Phase 2 trial, this research focuses on understanding the treatment's effects in people and measuring its effectiveness in an initial, smaller group, offering patients a chance to contribute to groundbreaking cancer treatment advancements.

Will I have to stop taking my current medications?

The trial does not specify if you need to stop taking your current medications. However, if you have had prior chemotherapy or immunotherapy, you must wait at least 2 weeks before starting the trial treatment.

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

Research has shown that selinexor is generally well-tolerated when taken orally at a dose of 35 mg/m². In earlier studies, patients experienced promising and lasting anticancer effects with this treatment. Although selinexor is approved for use with another drug to treat multiple myeloma, it is not yet approved for non-Hodgkin's lymphoma.

Some studies have examined the safety of selinexor to determine the optimal dose that balances benefits and side effects. Like many cancer treatments, patients might experience side effects, such as fatigue, nausea, and low blood counts, though these effects can vary for each person.

In this trial, selinexor is combined with standard chemotherapy (R-CHOP) for non-Hodgkin's lymphoma. The trial tests the safety and effectiveness of this combination and aims to find the best dose of selinexor when used in this manner. ^{1 2 3 4 5}

Why are researchers excited about this study treatment for non-Hodgkin's lymphoma?

Unlike the standard treatments for Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma, which typically involve a combination of chemotherapy drugs like RCHOP, selinexor acts differently by targeting the nuclear export protein XPO1. This mechanism blocks the transport of tumor suppressor proteins out of the cell nucleus, potentially enhancing their ability to fight cancer. Researchers are excited about selinexor because it represents a new way to tackle the disease, potentially improving outcomes for patients who may not respond well to existing therapies. Additionally, its oral administration offers a more convenient option compared to traditional intravenous chemotherapy.

What evidence suggests that Selinexor plus chemotherapy might be an effective treatment for B cell Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma?

Research has shown that Selinexor, when combined with chemotherapy, could be promising for treating B cell Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma. Studies indicate that Selinexor blocks a protein called CRM1, which cancer cells need to grow and survive. By blocking this protein, Selinexor helps kill cancer cells and prevents them from spreading. Lab tests have demonstrated strong anti-cancer effects when Selinexor is combined with other treatments. In this trial, participants will receive Selinexor with the usual R-CHOP chemotherapy, suggesting that this combination might be more effective than chemotherapy alone. ^{4 6 7 8 9}

Who Is on the Research Team?

Dipenkumar Modi, M.D.

Principal Investigator

Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?

This trial is for adults with advanced B-cell non-Hodgkin lymphoma, including newly diagnosed and first relapse patients. It's suitable for those who haven't had anthracycline chemotherapy before or have only used non-anthracycline therapy once. Participants must be in good physical condition (ECOG <=1), not pregnant, willing to use contraception, and have a life expectancy over 6 months.

Inclusion Criteria

I am mostly self-sufficient and can carry out daily activities.

I have newly diagnosed DLBCL or low grade B cell NHL, or it's my first relapse after non-anthracycline chemo.

I have a low-grade B cell lymphoma such as follicular, marginal zone, indolent mantle cell lymphoma, or Waldenstrom's macroglobulinemia.

Exclusion Criteria

Pregnant and lactating women are excluded

Your liver enzymes (ALT and AST) are more than 2.5 times the normal level.

If you have HIV, active hepatitis B, or active hepatitis C, you cannot participate.

Timeline for a Trial Participant

Screening

Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial

2-4 weeks

Phase 1B Treatment

Dose escalation of Selinexor in combination with RCHOP chemotherapy to establish the recommended phase 2 dose

Up to 21 days per cycle, 6 cycles

Weekly visits for toxicity monitoring

Phase 2 Treatment

Treatment with recommended phase 2 dose of Selinexor plus RCHOP for newly diagnosed DLBCL patients

Up to 21 days per cycle, 6 cycles

Maintenance

Patients achieving partial response or better receive maintenance Selinexor for up to 1 year

1 year

Visits every 28 days

Follow-up

Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment

Up to 2 years

What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?

Interventions

• Selinexor

Trial Overview

The trial tests Selinexor combined with R-CHOP chemotherapy to find the safest dose and see if it's more effective against B-cell non-Hodgkin lymphoma than standard treatments. The study includes two phases: Phase Ib determines the maximum tolerated dose of Selinexor; Phase II assesses its effectiveness.

How Is the Trial Designed?

Group I: Treatment (selinexor, RCHOP) Experimental Treatment 1 Intervention

Patients will receive selinexor PO on days 1, 8, and 15 of a 21 week cycle. RCHOP will be given at standard dosing every 21 days. In the phase 1 part there is dose escalation for Selinexor in a 3+3 design. Treatment will be given for 6 courses in the absence of disease progression or unacceptable toxicity. Patients with partial response or better will receive maintenance selinexor PO on days 1, 8, 15, and 22 every 28 days for up to 1 year in the absence of disease progression or unacceptable toxicity.

Selinexor is already approved in United States, Canada for the following indications:

Approved in United States as Xpovio for:

• Multiple myeloma
• Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma

Approved in Canada as Xpovio for:

• Multiple myeloma

Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?

Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute

Lead Sponsor

Trials

166

Recruited

9,300+

National Cancer Institute (NCI)

Collaborator

Trials

14,080

Recruited

41,180,000+

Published Research Related to This Trial

The combination of the nuclear export inhibitor selinexor with dexamethasone (DEX) or everolimus (EVER) showed enhanced effectiveness against Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma (NHL) in both cell lines and animal models, indicating a promising therapeutic strategy.

Molecular analysis revealed that this combination therapy activates apoptotic signaling and down-regulates the nuclear exporter protein XPO1, supporting the mechanism of action for these drugs and providing a rationale for further clinical testing in Phase II trials.

NCBI (Pubmed)

pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Anti-tumor activity of selective inhibitor of nuclear export (SINE) compounds, is enhanced in non-Hodgkin lymphoma through combination with mTOR inhibitor and dexamethasone. Muqbil, I., Aboukameel, A., Elloul, S., et al.[2023]

In a phase 2 trial involving 114 patients with heavily pretreated recurrent gynecological cancers, selinexor showed a disease control rate of 30%, indicating its potential effectiveness as a treatment option for ovarian and endometrial cancers.

Common side effects included thrombocytopenia and fatigue, but these were manageable and reversible, with lower-grade adverse events observed in patients receiving a once-weekly dosing schedule compared to twice-weekly.

NCBI (Pubmed)

pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Phase 2 study of the Exportin 1 inhibitor selinexor in patients with recurrent gynecological malignancies. Vergote, IB., Lund, B., Peen, U., et al.[2023]

Docetaxel, a semisynthetic taxane, effectively stabilizes microtubules to induce cell-cycle arrest and apoptosis, showing improved survival rates in various cancers, including metastatic breast cancer and non-small-cell lung cancer.

Randomized trials have demonstrated that adding docetaxel to standard treatments enhances survival outcomes in high-risk early breast cancer and metastatic prostate cancer, highlighting its efficacy across multiple solid tumors.

NCBI (Pubmed)

pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Docetaxel for treatment of solid tumours: a systematic review of clinical data. Montero, A., Fossella, F., Hortobagyi, G., et al.[2022]

Selinexor (XPOVIO™) is a novel oral medication that inhibits Exportin-1 (XPO1) and has been approved for treating relapsed or refractory multiple myeloma (RRMM) in adults, marking a significant advancement in cancer therapy.

The drug is currently being tested for effectiveness in various other types of blood and solid tumors, indicating its potential as a versatile treatment option in oncology.

NCBI (Pubmed)

pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Selinexor: First Global Approval. Syed, YY.[2023]

In a systematic review of 11 studies involving 607 non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) patients, TAXs-based doublets showed a significantly higher overall response rate of 37.8% compared to 22% for PEM-based combinations, indicating that TAXs may be more effective as second-line therapy after platinum-based chemotherapy failure.

The median progression-free survival (PFS) was also better for TAXs at 5.3 months compared to 3.9 months for PEM, suggesting that TAXs-based treatments may provide a more favorable outcome for patients relapsing after initial treatment.

NCBI (Pubmed)

pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Platinum rechallenge in patients with advanced NSCLC: a pooled analysis. Petrelli, F., Coinu, A., Cabiddu, M., et al.[2022]

Selinexor, an exportin-1 inhibitor, has received regulatory approval for treating multiple myeloma and non-Hodgkin lymphomas based on pivotal trials, including the SADAL and BOSTON trials, demonstrating its potential as a monotherapy or in combination regimens.

While selinexor shows promise in overcoming treatment resistance and may have synergistic effects with other therapies, it has consistent tolerability issues, necessitating improved management strategies to enhance its efficacy compared to newer cellular and immunotherapies.

NCBI (Pubmed)

pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Selinexor therapy for multiple myeloma and non-Hodgkin lymphomas. Goldsmith, SR., Liu, L., Shiah, K.[2023]

S-1, an oral anticancer drug, combined with irinotecan (CPT-11), showed effectiveness similar to the traditional FOLFIRI regimen in treating advanced colorectal cancer, as demonstrated in a case study of a 65-year-old man with lymph node metastasis.

The patient achieved a complete response after 5 courses of S-1 plus CPT-11, with no signs of relapse observed 18 months later, indicating the potential long-term efficacy of this treatment combination.

NCBI (Pubmed)

pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Successful treatment with S-1 plus CPT-11 for lymph node metastasis from colon cancer: report of a case. Yoshimatsu, K., Yokomizo, H., Fujimoto, T., et al.[2018]

In a trial involving 20 Japanese patients with metastatic renal cell carcinoma (RCC) who had previously failed cytokine therapy, S-1 demonstrated an objective response rate of 15%, with a median overall survival of 25.7 months.

S-1 was generally well tolerated, with the most common severe side effects being neutropenia and anorexia, both occurring in 20% of patients, indicating that while effective, monitoring for these adverse effects is important.

NCBI (Pubmed)

pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

An early phase II trial of S-1 in Japanese patients with cytokine-refractory metastatic renal cell carcinoma. Naito, S., Tsukamoto, T., Usami, M., et al.[2013]

Docetaxel is an effective treatment for non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), showing comparable efficacy to newer platinum-based therapies in advanced stages, and has been approved for use in this context.

Clinical trials are ongoing to explore the best ways to combine docetaxel with other treatments, such as thoracic radiotherapy and molecularly targeted agents, to enhance its effectiveness in various stages of NSCLC.

NCBI (Pubmed)

pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Docetaxel in non-small cell lung cancer: a review. Davies, AM., Lara, PN., Mack, PC., et al.[2019]

Selinexor, an inhibitor of the exportin 1 (XPO1) receptor, showed significant cytotoxic activity against various solid tumors and acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) xenografts in a study involving in vitro and in vivo testing, with 76% of solid tumor models and 63% of ALL models showing improved event-free survival.

The treatment resulted in objective responses in 4 out of 38 solid tumor xenografts and 25% of ALL xenografts, indicating its potential effectiveness, particularly in tumors with specific genetic mutations.

NCBI (Pubmed)

pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Pharmacodynamic and genomic markers associated with response to the XPO1/CRM1 inhibitor selinexor (KPT-330): A report from the pediatric preclinical testing program. Attiyeh, EF., Maris, JM., Lock, R., et al.[2023]

In a phase 1 trial involving 79 patients with relapsed or refractory non-Hodgkin lymphoma, selinexor demonstrated a safety profile with common side effects including thrombocytopenia and neutropenia, but it was well-tolerated overall.

Selinexor showed promising efficacy, with 31% of evaluable patients achieving objective responses, including 4 complete responses, indicating that it may be a viable treatment option for this challenging patient population.

NCBI (Pubmed)

pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Selective inhibition of nuclear export with selinexor in patients with non-Hodgkin lymphoma. Kuruvilla, J., Savona, M., Baz, R., et al.[2021]

Selinexor, an oral inhibitor of exportin 1 (XPO1), was found to be safe for patients with advanced solid tumors, with the most common side effects being mild to moderate fatigue, nausea, and anorexia, while serious toxicities were rare.

In a study of 189 patients, selinexor demonstrated some antitumor activity, with 4% of patients achieving a complete or partial response and 17% maintaining stable disease for at least 4 months, indicating its potential as a therapeutic option.

NCBI (Pubmed)

pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

First-in-Class, First-in-Human Phase I Study of Selinexor, a Selective Inhibitor of Nuclear Export, in Patients With Advanced Solid Tumors. Abdul Razak, AR., Mau-Soerensen, M., Gabrail, NY., et al.[2022]

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