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Monoclonal Antibodies

Dostarlimab for Rectal Cancer (AZUR-1 Trial)

Phase 2
Recruiting
Research Sponsored by GlaxoSmithKline
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial
Must have
Be older than 18 years old
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up up to 5 years
Awards & highlights

AZUR-1 Trial Summary

This trial tests if dostarlimab can help treat rectal cancer without chemo, radiation, or surgery, aiming to find if it leads to a complete response.

Who is the study for?
This trial is for adults with Stage II to III locally advanced rectal cancer that hasn't spread and hasn't been treated yet. Their tumors must be dMMR or MSI-H. People can't join if they've had prior treatments for their cancer, certain severe reactions to immunotherapy, other recent cancers (except some skin/bladder/in situ cancers), known allergies to dostarlimab or its parts, recent organ transplants, distant metastases, active autoimmune diseases needing treatment in the last 2 years, or lung disease/pneumonitis.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The study tests Dostarlimab as a solo therapy on patients with specific types of advanced rectal cancer. The aim is to see if this drug alone can effectively treat the cancer without needing chemotherapy, radiation, or surgery. Patients who respond completely will be monitored closely instead of undergoing traditional treatments.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
Dostarlimab may cause immune-related side effects such as inflammation in various organs including the lungs (pneumonitis), skin reactions like rashes and potentially more serious conditions like Stevens-Johnson Syndrome/toxic epidermal necrolysis/DRESS syndrome; neurological issues; blood disorders; fatigue; allergic reactions; and increased risk of infections.

AZUR-1 Trial Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~up to 5 years
This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and up to 5 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
Number of Participants with Sustained Complete Clinical Response for 12 Months (cCR12) as assessed by Independent Central Review (ICR)
Secondary outcome measures
Concentration at the end of infusion (C-EOI) of Dostarlimab
Disease-Specific Response at 5 years (DSS5)
Disease-Specific Survival (DSS)
+17 more

Side effects data

From 2022 Phase 2 trial • 18 Patients • NCT04409002
80%
Anemia
80%
Fatigue
73%
Abdominal pain
67%
CD4 lymphocytes decreased
67%
Alkaline phosphatase increased
67%
Nausea
60%
Anorexia
60%
Constipation
53%
Platelet count decreased
53%
Hyperglycemia
47%
Thromboembolic event
47%
Weight loss
47%
Anxiety
47%
Hypoalbuminemia
40%
Vomiting
40%
Peripheral motor neuropathy
40%
Blood bilirubin increased
40%
Dyspnea
40%
Hypertension
33%
Edema limbs
33%
Abdominal distension
33%
Aortic valve disease
33%
Back pain
33%
Diarrhea
33%
Fever
33%
Hypocalcemia
33%
Sinus tachycardia
27%
Depression
27%
White blood cell decreased
27%
Chills
27%
Ascites
27%
Hyponatremia
20%
Pain
20%
Urine discoloration
20%
Paresthesia
20%
Sore throat
20%
Delirium
20%
Cough
20%
Dizziness
20%
Lymphocyte count decreased
13%
Insomnia
13%
Palpitations
13%
Thrush
13%
Pain in extremity
13%
Neutrophil count decreased
13%
Confusion
13%
Dehydration
13%
Fall
13%
Cardiac troponin T increased
13%
Alanine aminotransferase increased
13%
Aspartate aminotransferase increased
13%
Bloating
13%
Dry mouth
13%
Dysphagia
13%
Dysuria
13%
Flatulence
13%
Gastroesophageal reflux disease
13%
Glucosuria
13%
Hiccups
13%
Hypercalcemia
13%
Hyperkalemia
13%
Hypokalemia
13%
Hypophosphatemia
13%
Hypothyroidism
13%
Localized edema
7%
Skin ulceration
7%
Oral pain
7%
Obesity
7%
Oral hemorrhage
7%
Encephalopathy
7%
Generalized muscle weakness
7%
Neoplasms benign, malignant and unspecified (incl cysts and polyps) - Other, specify
7%
Osteoporosis
7%
Urinary retention
7%
Papulopustular rash
7%
Skin infection
7%
Endocarditis infective
7%
Erectile dysfunction
7%
Hematuria
7%
Stroke
7%
Thyroid stimulating hormone increased
7%
Hemorrhoidal hemorrhage
7%
Urinary frequency
7%
Superficial thrombophlebitis
7%
Tremor
7%
Eye disorders - Other, specify
7%
Pelvic pain
7%
Prostatic obstruction
7%
Pruritus
7%
Rash acneiform
7%
Rectal pain
7%
Renal calculi
7%
Reproductive system and breast disorders - Other, specify
7%
Wheezing
7%
Portal vein thrombosis
7%
Vaginal dryness
7%
Alopecia
7%
Arthralgia
7%
Arthritis
7%
Bacteremia
7%
Biliary tract infection
7%
Blood lactate dehydrogenase increased
7%
Buttock pain
7%
Dry skin
7%
Dysgeusia
7%
Flank pain
7%
Gastric anastomotic leak
7%
Gastric ulcer
7%
Gastritis
7%
Gastrointestinal disorders - Other, specify
7%
Gastrointestinal pain
7%
Hyperlipidemia
7%
Hypoglycemia
7%
Lethargy
7%
Memory impairment
7%
Mucositis oral
7%
Muscle cramp
7%
Muscle weakness lower limb
7%
Myocarditis
7%
Restlessness
7%
Scleral disorder
7%
Sepsis
100%
80%
60%
40%
20%
0%
Study treatment Arm
Niraparib+Dostarlimab + Radiation

AZUR-1 Trial Design

1Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Group I: Dostarlimab monotherapyExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Treatment
First Studied
Drug Approval Stage
How many patients have taken this drug
Dostarlimab
2020
Completed Phase 2
~1000

Find a Location

Who is running the clinical trial?

GlaxoSmithKlineLead Sponsor
4,755 Previous Clinical Trials
8,070,685 Total Patients Enrolled
GSK Clinical TrialsStudy DirectorGlaxoSmithKline
3,595 Previous Clinical Trials
6,143,790 Total Patients Enrolled

Media Library

Dostarlimab (Monoclonal Antibodies) Clinical Trial Eligibility Overview. Trial Name: NCT05723562 — Phase 2
Rectal Cancer Research Study Groups: Dostarlimab monotherapy
Rectal Cancer Clinical Trial 2023: Dostarlimab Highlights & Side Effects. Trial Name: NCT05723562 — Phase 2
Dostarlimab (Monoclonal Antibodies) 2023 Treatment Timeline for Medical Study. Trial Name: NCT05723562 — Phase 2

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Has the FDA given its stamp of approval to Dostarlimab as a standalone treatment?

"As Dostarlimab monotherapy is currently in the second phase of clinical trials, our team at Power scored it a 2 on safety. While there is evidence for its security, no efficacy data has yet been collected."

Answered by AI

Are any openings available for volunteer participants in this clinical trial?

"Clinicaltrials.gov reveals that this investigation, which was first listed on April 3rd 2023, still requires participants and has been recently refreshed as of August 11th 2023."

Answered by AI

How many participants are receiving treatment through this trial?

"That is correct. The clinicaltrials.gov page reveals that this trial, which was first uploaded on April 3rd 2023, is actively recruiting patients. 150 participants are needed from 54 different healthcare facilities."

Answered by AI

How many venues are presently hosting this clinical trial?

"As of now, 54 clinics across Los Angeles, Sacramento and Whittier as well as other cities are running this trial. To alleviate the burden of travel, it is beneficial to select a clinic close by should you choose to take part in the research."

Answered by AI

Who else is applying?

What site did they apply to?
GSK Investigational Site
What portion of applicants met pre-screening criteria?
Met criteria
How many prior treatments have patients received?
3+

Why did patients apply to this trial?

I’m looking for new treatment since I’m stage 4.
PatientReceived 1 prior treatment

How responsive is this trial?

Typically responds via
Email
Average response time
  • < 2 Days
Most responsive sites:
  1. GSK Investigational Site: < 48 hours
~100 spots leftby Nov 2026