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PI3K inhibitor

Copanlisib + Rituximab for Follicular Lymphoma

Phase 2
Waitlist Available
Led By Mark J Roschewski, M.D.
Research Sponsored by National Cancer Institute (NCI)
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial
Must have
Adequate organ function as evidenced by specific laboratory parameters
ECOG performance status 0-2
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up at 30 months from study enrollment
Awards & highlights

Study Summary

This trial is studying if a combination of drugs can attack the cancer cells in people with follicular lymphoma.

Who is the study for?
This trial is for people with untreated Follicular Lymphoma (FL) who need systemic therapy due to symptoms or disease progression. Participants must be at least 8 years old, have good organ function, and not have had previous FL treatments except radiation. They should also agree to use effective contraception.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The study tests the effectiveness of copanlisib plus rituximab in slowing FL growth. It involves up to 13 cycles of treatment over 28 days each, with both drugs administered through IV infusions at varying intervals.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
Potential side effects include reactions related to IV infusion, changes in blood counts that could affect immunity and clotting, liver enzyme alterations suggesting liver stress or damage, and possible kidney function changes.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

You may be eligible if you check “Yes” for the criteria below
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My organ functions are within normal ranges according to recent tests.
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I can take care of myself and am up and about more than half of the day.
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My lymphoma is confirmed as grade 1-2 or 3a Follicular Lymphoma by NCI standards.
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I am at least 8 years old.

Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~at 30 months from study enrollment
This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and at 30 months from study enrollment for reporting.

Treatment Details

Study Objectives

Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.
Primary outcome measures
Acheivement of complete response
Secondary outcome measures
Continuous complete response rate
Safety of study treatments when given in combination

Side effects data

From 2021 Phase 2 trial • 24 Patients • NCT02631590
75%
Platelet count decreased
75%
Lymphocyte count decreased
71%
White blood cell decreased
71%
Fatigue
67%
Neutrophil count decreased
67%
Anemia
63%
Hypertension
54%
Hyperglycemia
50%
Nausea
46%
Lipase increased
46%
Diarrhea
46%
Anorexia
42%
Alanine aminotransferase increased
42%
Abdominal Pain
33%
Fever
29%
Hyponatremia
25%
Hyperkalemia
25%
Constipation
25%
Vomiting
25%
Weight loss
25%
Dehydration
25%
Hypotension
25%
Rash maculo-papular
21%
Serum amylase increased
21%
Aspartate aminotransferase increased
21%
Edema limbs
17%
Creatinine increased
17%
Alkaline phosphatase increased
17%
Sinus tachycardia
17%
Chills
17%
Pain
17%
Thromboembolic event
17%
Dizziness
13%
Generalized muscle weakness
13%
Pain in extremity
13%
Gastrointestinal disorders - Other
13%
Mucositis oral
13%
Anxiety
13%
Tinnitus
13%
Infusion related reaction
13%
Non-cardiac chest pain
13%
Blood bilirubin increased
13%
Hypoalbuminemia
13%
Dyspnea
13%
Sepsis
13%
Upper respiratory infection
13%
Urinary tract infection
8%
Back pain
8%
Neck pain
8%
Depression
8%
Gallbladder obstruction
8%
Abdominal distension
8%
Ascites
8%
Bloating
8%
Dysphagia
8%
General disorders and administration site conditions -Other
8%
Cough
8%
Hypoxia
8%
Pleural effusion
8%
Pruritus
8%
Rash acneiform
8%
Infections and infestations - Other
8%
Insomnia
8%
Dysgeusia
8%
Peripheral sensory neuropathy
4%
Sore throat
4%
Cataract
4%
Lung infection
4%
Gastrointestinal disorders -Other
4%
Cholecystitis
4%
Infections and Infestations - Other
4%
Pancreatitis
4%
Toothache
4%
Stomach pain
4%
Postnasal drip
4%
Wheezing
4%
Hoarseness
4%
Hepatic infection
4%
Productive cough
4%
Nasal congestion
4%
Pneumonitis
4%
Urinary tract obstruction
4%
Bone pain
4%
Musculoskeletal and connective tissue disorders - Other
4%
Gallbladder infection
4%
Paroxysmal atrial tachycardia
4%
Pericarditis
4%
Sinus bradycardia
4%
Ear pain
4%
Dry eye
4%
Fracture
4%
Neoplasms benign, malignant and unspecified - Other
4%
Colitis
4%
Colonic obstruction
4%
Dry mouth
4%
Gastroesophageal reflux disease
4%
Infusion site extravasation
4%
Malaise
4%
Activated partial thromboplastin time prolonged
4%
Blood antidiuretic hormone abnormal
4%
Investigations - Other
4%
Urine output decreased
4%
Hypercalcemia
4%
Hypernatremia
4%
Hyperuricemia
4%
Hypokalemia
4%
Hypomagnesemia
4%
Phlebitis
4%
Aspiration
4%
Atelectasis
4%
Epistaxis
4%
Hiccups
4%
Dry skin
4%
Skin and subcutaneous tissue disorders - Other
4%
Skin ulceration
4%
Confusion
4%
Acute kidney injury
4%
Cystitis noninfective
4%
Hematuria
4%
Renal and urinary disorders - Other
4%
Urine discoloration
4%
Injury, poisoning and procedural complications - Other
4%
Gait disturbance
4%
Headache
4%
Parathesia
4%
Venous injury
4%
Allergic reaction
100%
80%
60%
40%
20%
0%
Study treatment Arm
Combination Therapy

Trial Design

1Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Group I: 1Experimental Treatment2 Interventions
Window of treatment with Copanlisib 60mg via IV for a single 28 day cycle, once weekly for the first 3 weeks and then a 1 week break followed by induction therapy with copanlisib and rituximab. Induction therapy will be 6 cycles (28 days) of: copanlisib dose and administration same as window, rituximab 375mg/m2 via IV, once weekly for the first 4 weeks during cycle 1, subsequent cycles (cycles 2-6), rituximab will be dosed only once on day 1 of the cycle.
Treatment
First Studied
Drug Approval Stage
How many patients have taken this drug
Copanlisib
2016
Completed Phase 2
~130
Rituximab
1999
Completed Phase 4
~1880

Find a Location

Who is running the clinical trial?

National Cancer Institute (NCI)Lead Sponsor
13,660 Previous Clinical Trials
40,924,312 Total Patients Enrolled
Mark J Roschewski, M.D.Principal InvestigatorNational Cancer Institute (NCI)
18 Previous Clinical Trials
2,142 Total Patients Enrolled

Media Library

Copanlisib (PI3K inhibitor) Clinical Trial Eligibility Overview. Trial Name: NCT03789240 — Phase 2
Follicular Lymphoma Research Study Groups: 1
Follicular Lymphoma Clinical Trial 2023: Copanlisib Highlights & Side Effects. Trial Name: NCT03789240 — Phase 2
Copanlisib (PI3K inhibitor) 2023 Treatment Timeline for Medical Study. Trial Name: NCT03789240 — 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 US Food and Drug Administration sanctioned Copanlisib?

"Considering there is available evidence attesting to the safety of Copanlisib, yet no proof for efficacy, our team at Power has assigned a score of 2 to this drug."

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For which conditions is Copanlisib prescribed?

"Copanlisib is an effective method of treating DLBCL, B-cell lymphomas, and polyangium."

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Is this study open to new enrollees?

"Yes, the data hosted on clinicaltrials.gov affirms that this study is current looking to enroll patients. The research was first initiated on August 22nd 2019 and its most recent update took place on October 15th 2022. To participate in the trial, 65 people need to be recruited from one medical centre."

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What is the total sample size of this clinical trial?

"Affirmative. Information available on clinicaltrials.gov demonstrates that this medical investigation, first posted in August 22nd 2019 and recently revised in October 15th 2022, is actively searching for patients; 65 individuals need to be recruited from 1 location."

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~8 spots leftby Jan 2027