Sotorasib for Solid Cancers
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial explores the safety of sotorasib (also known as Lumakras or AMG-510) for adults with advanced cancers that have a specific gene mutation (KRAS p.G12C). Researchers are testing different combinations of sotorasib with other treatments, such as trametinib or chemotherapy, to find the most effective approach. The trial targets individuals whose cancer has this gene mutation and who can take oral medication. The goal is to understand how well these treatments work together and their effects on participants. As a Phase 1 trial, the research focuses on understanding how the treatment works in people, offering participants the opportunity to be among the first to receive this new treatment.
Do I need to stop my current medications for the trial?
The trial information does not specify if you need to stop taking your current medications. It's best to discuss this with the trial coordinators or your doctor.
Is there any evidence suggesting that this trial's treatments are likely to be safe?
Research has shown that sotorasib, used alone or with other drugs, generally maintains a manageable safety profile for people with KRAS G12C-mutated cancers. When used by itself, common side effects include diarrhea, muscle pain, nausea, tiredness, liver issues, and cough, affecting at least 20% of patients in some studies.
Combining sotorasib with trametinib and panitumumab revealed no new severe safety issues. The combination with panitumumab alone is also considered safe and well-tolerated.
In combinations with carboplatin, pemetrexed, docetaxel, paclitaxel, and pembrolizumab, studies have not identified new safety concerns. Promising data also indicate that combining sotorasib with RMC-4630 and TNO155 is generally safe, with no severe or life-threatening treatment-related side effects reported.
However, sotorasib combined with afatinib has shown limited responses in patients, and combining it with pembrolizumab or atezolizumab might increase liver-related side effects. The safety of sotorasib with BI 1701963 and AMG 404 is still under investigation, but the drug is generally considered well-tolerated.
Overall, sotorasib and its combinations have been found relatively safe, but some side effects do occur, so monitoring during treatment is important.12345Why are researchers excited about this trial's treatments?
Researchers are excited about sotorasib for solid cancers because it uniquely targets the KRAS p.G12C mutation, a common mutation in several advanced cancers like non-small cell lung cancer and colorectal cancer. Traditional treatments often involve chemotherapy or immunotherapy, which can have broad effects and significant side effects. Sotorasib specifically binds to the KRAS mutation, potentially offering a more targeted approach with fewer side effects. Additionally, when combined with other drugs like trametinib, panitumumab, or pembrolizumab, sotorasib may enhance the effectiveness of these treatments, offering new hope for patients with these challenging cancers.
What evidence suggests that this trial's treatments could be effective for advanced solid tumors?
Research has shown that sotorasib holds promise for treating advanced solid tumors with the KRAS p.G12C mutation. One study found that 41% of patients responded to sotorasib, with benefits lasting an average of 12.3 months and delaying cancer progression for about 6.3 months. In this trial, participants may receive sotorasib alone or combined with other treatments. For instance, one trial arm combines sotorasib with panitumumab, which has helped patients with chemotherapy-resistant colorectal cancer live longer without their cancer worsening compared to standard treatments. Another arm examines the combination of sotorasib with RMC-4630, which was found to be safe and effective for patients with the KRAS p.G12C mutation. These findings suggest that sotorasib, whether used alone or with other treatments, could be a potential option for treating cancers with this mutation.34678
Who Is on the Research Team?
MD
Principal Investigator
Amgen
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for adults over 18 with advanced solid tumors that have a specific mutation called KRAS p.G12C. Participants must have their condition confirmed by certain lab tests. People with primary brain tumors, recent heart attacks, or issues that prevent taking oral meds can't join.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Dose Exploration
Participants receive sotorasib in combination with other therapies to determine the optimal dose
Dose Expansion
Participants continue to receive the determined dose to further evaluate safety and efficacy
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- Sotorasib
Sotorasib is already approved in United States, European Union for the following indications:
- KRAS G12C-mutated locally advanced or metastatic non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC)
- KRAS G12C-mutated locally advanced or metastatic non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC)
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Amgen
Lead Sponsor
Robert A. Bradway
Amgen
Chief Executive Officer since 2012
MBA from Harvard Business School
Paul Burton
Amgen
Chief Medical Officer since 2023
MD from University of London, PhD in Molecular and Cellular Biology from Imperial College London