Combination Therapies for Breast Cancer
(Morpheus-panBC Trial)
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial evaluates the effectiveness of different treatment combinations for individuals with breast cancer that has spread or cannot be removed. It focuses on four groups: those with a specific type of untreated breast cancer, those whose cancer worsened after chemotherapy, and those with certain gene mutations. Suitable candidates include individuals whose breast cancer has spread or cannot be surgically treated and has progressed despite standard treatments. Participants will test various treatment combinations, including Atezolizumab (Tecentriq, an immunotherapy drug), to determine which are safest and most effective. As a Phase 1 trial, the research aims to understand how the treatment works in people, offering participants a chance to contribute to groundbreaking research.
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial requires that you stop taking certain medications before starting, such as investigational therapies, biologic treatments, and systemic immunosuppressive medications, at least 2 weeks prior to the study. It's best to discuss your specific medications with the study team to see if they are allowed.
Is there any evidence suggesting that this trial's treatments are likely to be safe?
Research has shown that the drugs tested in this trial have varying safety levels based on earlier studies. Atezolizumab, used in other breast cancer treatments, is usually well-tolerated but can cause common side effects like tiredness and nausea, with a risk of more serious issues like infections.
Capecitabine, also used in breast cancer treatment, often causes side effects such as tiredness, diarrhea, and hand-foot syndrome, which involves redness and swelling of the hands and feet.
Gemcitabine, when combined with carboplatin or eribulin, has been effective in breast cancer, with manageable side effects like low blood cell counts and tiredness.
Ipatasertib, when used with other drugs like paclitaxel, generally has manageable side effects, though it may cause diarrhea and nausea.
Nab-Paclitaxel is approved for breast cancer treatment, with common side effects including low blood cell counts and nerve pain.
Sacituzumab govitecan can cause side effects such as diarrhea and low blood cell counts, similar to those of standard chemotherapy.
Selicrelumab is an experimental drug that has shown promise but requires more data to fully understand its safety.
SGN-LIV1A has been tested in other trials and generally shows good tolerability, with side effects similar to other cancer treatments.
Tocilizumab, used for other conditions, carries risks of serious infections but is generally considered safe with careful monitoring.
Overall, these treatments have demonstrated a range of tolerability in various studies. Participants should consider these factors and consult healthcare providers when deciding about joining the trial.12345Why are researchers excited about this trial's treatments?
Researchers are excited about these treatments for breast cancer because they offer innovative combinations that might outperform existing therapies. Unlike standard options, which often focus on single-agent therapies, these investigational treatments combine multiple drugs to target cancer cells more effectively. For example, combining inavolisib with ribociclib and letrozole or fulvestrant brings together different mechanisms that may suppress tumor growth more effectively in hormone receptor-positive breast cancer. Additionally, the combination of inavolisib with trastuzumab deruxtecan targets HER2+/HER2-low breast cancer, potentially offering a new avenue for patients with these specific cancer subtypes. These tailored approaches aim to improve outcomes by addressing the cancer's unique biology.
What evidence suggests that this trial's treatments could be effective for breast cancer?
Studies have shown promising results for several treatment combinations for advanced breast cancer. In this trial, one treatment arm combines inavolisib, ribociclib, and fulvestrant, leading to a median survival of 34 months, a significant improvement over other treatments. Another arm tests inavolisib with trastuzumab deruxtecan, which has effectively slowed cancer progression. Additionally, the trial includes a combination of atezolizumab with chemotherapy drugs like gemcitabine and carboplatin, which previous studies have shown to improve survival rates. These findings suggest that these combinations might effectively treat advanced breast cancer, offering hope for better outcomes.678910
Who Is on the Research Team?
Clinical Trials
Principal Investigator
Hoffmann-La Roche
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for adults with metastatic or locally advanced breast cancer, including those who haven't had systemic therapy for TNBC, have progressed after first-line chemo, or have HR+/HER2- disease with PIK3CA mutation. Participants must be able to take capecitabine and agree to contraception if of childbearing potential. They should not have received certain prior treatments and must meet specific health criteria.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment Stage 1
Participants are assigned to one of several treatment arms based on their cohort and receive treatment until unacceptable toxicity or disease progression
Treatment Stage 2
Participants in the 2L CIT-naïve cohort who experience disease progression or loss of clinical benefit during Stage 1 may continue treatment with a different combination
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- Atezolizumab
- Bevacizumab
- Capecitabine
- Gemcitabine + Carboplatin or Eribulin
- Ipatasertib
- Nab-Paclitaxel
- Sacituzumab Govitecan
- Selicrelumab
- SGN-LIV1A
- Tocilizumab
Atezolizumab is already approved in United States, European Union for the following indications:
- Melanoma
- Hepatocellular carcinoma
- Small cell lung cancer
- Non-small cell lung cancer
- Urothelial carcinoma
- Melanoma
- Hepatocellular carcinoma
- Small cell lung cancer
- Non-small cell lung cancer
- Urothelial carcinoma
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Hoffmann-La Roche
Lead Sponsor
Dr. Levi Garraway
Hoffmann-La Roche
Chief Medical Officer since 2019
MD from the University of Basel
Dr. Thomas Schinecker
Hoffmann-La Roche
Chief Executive Officer since 2023
PhD in Molecular Biology from New York University
Pfizer
Industry Sponsor
Albert Bourla
Pfizer
Chief Executive Officer since 2019
PhD in Biotechnology of Reproduction, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki
Patrizia Cavazzoni
Pfizer
Chief Medical Officer
MD from McGill University
Seagen Inc.
Industry Sponsor
Dr. Roger Dansey
Seagen Inc.
Chief Medical Officer since 2018
MD from University of Witwatersrand
David R. Epstein
Seagen Inc.
Chief Executive Officer since 2022
BSc in Pharmacy from Rutgers University, MBA from Columbia University
Gilead Sciences
Industry Sponsor
Daniel O'Day
Gilead Sciences
Chief Executive Officer since 2019
MBA from Columbia University
Dietmar Berger
Gilead Sciences
Chief Medical Officer
MD and PhD from Albert-Ludwigs University School of Medicine