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Dacogen

Phase 1

Colorectal Cancer | Small molecule | Oncology |Amgen Inc.|Last Updated: Oct 31, 2014

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UNCONTROLLEDDMCBiomarker
Total Trials1
Total Enrollment21

FDA Designations

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Clinical trial landscape

Dacogen · 1 trial · 1 indication

Phase 1 1
NCT00879385KRAS Wild-type Metastatic Colorectal Cancer TrialColorectal Cancer
COMPLETED21 Analytics
PHASE1COMPLETED
KRAS Wild-type Metastatic Colorectal Cancer Trial
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Study Endpoints

Primary Endpoints

Evaluate safety & feasibility of sequential use of a DNA methyltransferase (DNMT) inhibitor (decitabine) with targeted biological agent against EGFR (panitumumab) for KRAS wild type tumors in second or third line treatment of colorectal cancer.
2 years

Secondary Endpoints

To examine re-expression or a reduction in promoter methylation in genes involved in tumor suppressor pathways known to be important in colorectal cancer (CRC) or involved in EGFR signaling pathway.
2 years
Evaluate overall response (OR = CR +PR) according to RECIST criteria at 2, 4, and 6 cycles. Progression free survival, measured as the first evidence of tumor growth from the start of treatment will also be assessed.
2 years
Measure CEA levels at the beginning of each cycle to examine if they correlate with treatment response or disease progression.
2 years
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Study Design & Arms

AllocationNA
MaskingNONE
ModelSINGLE_GROUP
PurposeTREATMENT

Treatment Arms

ArmTypeDescription
All patientsEXPERIMENTALAll participants enrolled.

Interventions

NameTypeDescription
Dacogen™ (decitabine)DRUGDacogen™ (decitabine) is a FDA approved drug (NDA - 021790) for the treatment of myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS) including previously treated and untreated, de novo and secondary MDS (refractory anemia, refractory anemia with ringed sideroblasts, refractory anemia with excess blasts, refractory anemia with excess blasts in transformation, and chronic myelomonocytic leukemia). Decitabine will be given on this study at 45 mg/m2 IV over 2 hrs
Vectibix® (panitumumab)DRUGVectibix® (panitumumab) is a FDA approved drug (BLA-125147) indicated as a single agent for the treatment of EGFR-expressing metastatic colorectal carcinoma with disease progression on or following fluoropyrimidine, oxaliplatin, and irinotecan chemotherapy regimens. Approval is based on progression-free survival; no data demonstrate an improvement in disease-related symptoms or increased survival. DRUG DESCRIPTION Vectibix® (panitumumab) is a recombinant, human IgG2 kappa monoclonal antibody that binds specifically to the human epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR). Panitumumab has an approximate molecular weight of 147 kDa. Panitumumab is produced in genetically engineered mammalian (Chinese Hamster Ovary) cells. Panitumumab will be given on this study at 6 mg/kg, IV over 1 hr
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Eligibility Criteria

Age Range18 Years to N/A
SexALL
Healthy VolunteersNo
Study Sites1

Inclusion Criteria: 1. At least third line stage IV metastatic colorectal cancer or metastatic colorectal cancer patients intolerant to second line therapy. 2. Tumor is KRAS wild-type. 3. ECOG performance status of 0-1 4. Age (≥)18 5. Adequate bone marrow function (ANC \>1500/mm3, hemoglobin \>9 g/...

Countries:United States
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Frequently asked questions about Dacogen

What is Dacogen used for in colorectal cancer?

Dacogen is a small molecule being studied for the treatment of colorectal cancer. It is currently in Phase 1 clinical development as an investigational therapy. The drug has been evaluated in a completed clinical trial involving patients with KRAS wild-type metastatic colorectal cancer.

Who makes Dacogen?

Dacogen is being developed by Amgen Inc., a biopharmaceutical company traded on the NASDAQ under the ticker symbol AMGN. The drug is currently in Phase 1 clinical development for the treatment of colorectal cancer.

What phase is Dacogen in?

Dacogen is currently in Phase 1 clinical development. It is an investigational drug being studied for the treatment of colorectal cancer. The drug has completed one Phase 1 clinical trial, and it is not yet approved by regulatory authorities.

What clinical trials is Dacogen in?

Dacogen has been studied in one completed clinical trial with the identifier NCT00879385, titled "KRAS Wild-type Metastatic Colorectal Cancer Trial." This Phase 1 trial enrolled 21 participants in the United States and included patients aged 18 years and older with colorectal cancer.

Is Dacogen the same as decitabine?

Dacogen is the brand name for decitabine, a small molecule drug. In the context of this development program, it is being investigated for use in colorectal cancer. The drug is currently in Phase 1 clinical development by Amgen Inc.