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Proteasome Inhibitor

DKd Regimen for Smoldering Multiple Myeloma

Phase 2
Recruiting
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
Patients must have histologically or cytologically confirmed smoldering multiple myeloma (SMM) based on the International Myeloma Working Group Criteria
Age of patients must be 18 years or older
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up through 3 years post-treatment
Awards & highlights

Study Summary

This trial is studying a combination of 3 drugs as a treatment for people with smoldering multiple myeloma.

Who is the study for?
Adults over 18 with high-risk smoldering multiple myeloma, a condition where cancer cells are present but not causing symptoms. Participants must have certain levels of M-protein and plasma cells, no severe organ damage or bone lesions, and be able to perform daily activities. Women who can bear children must use contraception.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The DKd treatment combines daratumumab (injection under the skin), carfilzomib (IV), and dexamethasone (oral/IV) in cycles to prevent or slow down the progression of multiple myeloma from its smoldering phase. The study includes frequent tests, scans, questionnaires, and long-term follow-up.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
Possible side effects include reactions at injection sites for daratumumab; heart, lung, liver or kidney problems from carfilzomib; and increased blood sugar or mood changes from dexamethasone. Side effects vary by individual.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

You may be eligible if you check “Yes” for the criteria below
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My condition is confirmed as smoldering multiple myeloma.
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I am 18 years old or older.
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I can take care of myself but might not be able to do heavy physical work.
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I am classified as high-risk for smoldering multiple myeloma.

Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~through 3 years post-treatment
This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and through 3 years post-treatment for reporting.

Treatment Details

Study Objectives

Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.
Primary outcome measures
Response Rate
Secondary outcome measures
Biochemical and Symptomatic progression free survival (PFS)
Durability of MRD negative complete response (CR)
Duration of Response
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Side effects data

From 2024 Phase 3 trial • 498 Patients • NCT02136134
60%
Thrombocytopenia
50%
Peripheral sensory neuropathy
47%
Peripheral Sensory Neuropathy
36%
Upper respiratory tract infection
36%
Diarrhoea
29%
Cough
28%
Anaemia
23%
Fatigue
23%
Upper Respiratory Tract Infection
23%
Constipation
21%
Back pain
20%
Arthralgia
20%
Oedema peripheral
19%
Neutropenia
19%
Dyspnoea
18%
Insomnia
17%
Pyrexia
16%
Oedema Peripheral
15%
Nausea
14%
Lymphopenia
14%
Pain in extremity
14%
Nasopharyngitis
14%
Bronchitis
14%
Neuralgia
13%
Back Pain
13%
Dizziness
12%
Decreased appetite
12%
Vomiting
12%
Headache
12%
Hypertension
11%
Conjunctivitis
11%
Asthenia
11%
Pneumonia
11%
Hypokalaemia
10%
Muscle spasms
10%
Musculoskeletal chest pain
9%
Urinary tract infection
9%
Leukopenia
9%
Bone pain
9%
Decreased Appetite
9%
Hyperglycaemia
9%
Pain in Extremity
9%
Bronchospasm
8%
Weight decreased
8%
Muscle Spasms
8%
Abdominal pain upper
8%
Alanine aminotransferase increased
7%
Hypophosphataemia
7%
Herpes zoster
7%
Influenza
7%
Hypocalcaemia
7%
Alanine Aminotransferase Increased
7%
Rash
6%
Nasal congestion
6%
Musculoskeletal Chest Pain
6%
Myalgia
6%
Aspartate aminotransferase increased
6%
Abdominal pain
5%
Bone Pain
5%
Hypotension
5%
Abdominal Pain Upper
5%
Weight Decreased
5%
Chills
5%
Productive cough
5%
Throat irritation
5%
Herpes Zoster
5%
Oedema
5%
Paraesthesia
5%
Epistaxis
4%
Dyspepsia
2%
Atrial fibrillation
2%
Acute kidney injury
2%
Sepsis
2%
Atrial Fibrillation
1%
Acute myocardial infarction
1%
Pneumonia cytomegaloviral
1%
Rib fracture
1%
Lower Respiratory Tract Infection
1%
Pulmonary sepsis
1%
Febrile neutropenia
1%
Acute coronary syndrome
1%
Pulmonary Sepsis
1%
Hypercalcaemia
1%
Pneumonia Cytomegaloviral
1%
Cardiac failure congestive
1%
Lower respiratory tract infection
1%
Hip fracture
1%
Angina unstable
1%
Cerebrovascular accident
1%
Ischaemic stroke
1%
Respiratory failure
1%
Bronchitis chronic
1%
Squamous cell carcinoma of skin
1%
Humerus fracture
1%
Gastroenteritis
1%
Femur fracture
1%
Pleural effusion
1%
Pathological fracture
1%
Ischaemic Stroke
1%
Respiratory Failure
1%
Pathological Fracture
1%
Febrile Neutropenia
1%
Cardiac Failure Congestive
1%
Bronchopneumonia
1%
Femur Fracture
1%
Humerus Fracture
1%
Acute Kidney Injury
1%
Pleural Effusion
100%
80%
60%
40%
20%
0%
Study treatment Arm
Daratumumab + Bortezomib and Dexamethasone (DVd)
Bortezomib + Dexamethasone (Vd)
Switch From Bortezomib + Dexamethasone (Vd) to Daratumumab Monotherapy

Trial Design

1Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Group I: Arm 1Experimental Treatment3 Interventions
Daratumumab SC (Cycles 1-2: Days 1, 8, 15, 22; Cycles 3-6: Days 1, 15; Cycles =7: Days 1 of the 28-day cycle); Carfilzomib IV (Days 1, 8, 15 of the 28-day cycle); Dexamethasone PO/IV (Days 1, 8, 15, 22 of the 28-day cycle)
Treatment
First Studied
Drug Approval Stage
How many patients have taken this drug
Dexamethasone
2007
Completed Phase 4
~2590
Carfilzomib
2017
Completed Phase 3
~1440
Daratumumab
2014
Completed Phase 3
~1860

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Who is running the clinical trial?

National Cancer Institute (NCI)Lead Sponsor
13,660 Previous Clinical Trials
40,924,213 Total Patients Enrolled
579 Trials studying Multiple Myeloma
189,072 Patients Enrolled for Multiple Myeloma
Janssen Scientific Affairs, LLCIndustry Sponsor
159 Previous Clinical Trials
580,459 Total Patients Enrolled
23 Trials studying Multiple Myeloma
2,037 Patients Enrolled for Multiple Myeloma
Mark J Roschewski, M.D.Principal InvestigatorNational Cancer Institute (NCI)
18 Previous Clinical Trials
2,105 Total Patients Enrolled
5 Trials studying Multiple Myeloma
955 Patients Enrolled for Multiple Myeloma

Media Library

Carfilzomib (Proteasome Inhibitor) Clinical Trial Eligibility Overview. Trial Name: NCT04933539 — Phase 2
Multiple Myeloma Research Study Groups: Arm 1
Multiple Myeloma Clinical Trial 2023: Carfilzomib Highlights & Side Effects. Trial Name: NCT04933539 — Phase 2
Carfilzomib (Proteasome Inhibitor) 2023 Treatment Timeline for Medical Study. Trial Name: NCT04933539 — Phase 2

Frequently Asked Questions

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

To what maladies is Daratumumab commonly administered?

"Daratumumab can be administered to patients suffering from ophthalmia, sympathetic problems, branch retinal vein occlusions and macular edema."

Answered by AI

Is recruitment still available for this research endeavor?

"Indeed, information on clinicaltrials.gov reveals that this experiment is still enrolling participants. It was initially uploaded on October 31st 2022 and most recently edited November 19th of the same year. 59 individuals are being sought for participation at a single medical facility."

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Are there any other research endeavors that have utilized Daratumumab?

"At the moment, there are 617 Daratumumab-related clinical trials in progress. Of these studies, 151 have entered Phase 3 and most of them take place in Joliet, Illinois. However, across the United States alone there are over 20 thousand locations running clinical trials related to this medication."

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How many people have been accepted as participants in this clinical trial?

"Affirmative. According to the details provided on clinicaltrials.gov, this medical research is still welcoming participants; it was first listed on October 31st 2022 and last revised November 19th of that same year. The study requires 59 volunteers who will be evaluated at one specific site."

Answered by AI

Has the FDA sanctioned Daratumumab for public use?

"Based on the limited knowledge of this drug, our team at Power awarded Daratumumab a 2 out of 3 for safety. This is because while there are some studies that have demonstrated its security, it has yet to be shown effective in clinical trials."

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Who else is applying?

What state do they live in?
California
How old are they?
18 - 65
What portion of applicants met pre-screening criteria?
Did not meet criteria
~37 spots leftby Oct 2026