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P-Sam

Phase 2

Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma | Small Molecules | Oncology |AstraZeneca PLC|Trials Updated: Sep 18, 2026

P-Sam development status

Highest phase Phase 2
Registered trials 1 across 1 sponsor since Sep 2025

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Trial Design

UNCONTROLLEDDMC
Total Trials1
Total Enrollment28

FDA Designations

No designations recorded

P-Sam clinical trials

P-Sam · 1 trial · 1 indication

Phase 2 1
NCT07162480Phase II Trial of Puxitatug Samrotecan (AZD8205) in Advanced, Recurrent or Metastatic (R/M) Aggressive Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma Subtype I (ACC-I)Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma
RECRUITING28 Analytics
PHASE2RECRUITING
Phase II Trial of Puxitatug Samrotecan (AZD8205) in Advanced, Recurrent or Metastatic (R/M) Aggressive Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma Subtype I (ACC-I)
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Study Endpoints

Primary Endpoints

Safety and Adverse Events (AEs)
Through study completion; an average of 1 year

Incidence of Adverse Events, Graded According to National Cancer Institute Common Terminology Criteria for Adverse Events (NCI CTCAE) Version (v) 5.0

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Study Design & Arms

AllocationNA
MaskingNONE
ModelSINGLE_GROUP
PurposeTREATMENT

Treatment Arms

ArmTypeDescription
P-SamEXPERIMENTALParticipants will receive P-Sam at 2.4 mg/kg intravenously on D1 of a 21-day treatment cycle

Interventions

NameTypeDescription
P-SamDRUGGiven by IV
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Eligibility Criteria

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

Inclusion Criteria: 1. Patients ≥18 years with histology-proven advanced, or R/M ACC. 2. Evidence of locally advanced disease not amenable to curative intent surgery or radiotherapy, or recurrent/metastatic disease 3. ACC-I subtype defined by at least one of the following: 1. Presence of an act...

Countries:United States
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Frequently asked questions about P-Sam

What is P-Sam?

P-Sam is an investigational small molecule oncology drug being developed by AstraZeneca PLC under the ticker AZN. It is in Phase 2 clinical development for adenoid cystic carcinoma, a rare cancer. P-Sam has not been approved by the FDA and remains in clinical testing.

What is P-Sam used for in adenoid cystic carcinoma?

P-Sam is being studied for the treatment of advanced, recurrent or metastatic aggressive adenoid cystic carcinoma subtype I, abbreviated ACC-I. The Phase 2 trial enrolls adults 18 years and older with this rare salivary gland cancer. P-Sam is investigational and is not approved for any use.

Who makes P-Sam?

AstraZeneca PLC, which trades under the ticker AZN, is developing P-Sam. The company is running the clinical program for this small molecule oncology candidate in adenoid cystic carcinoma. AstraZeneca is the sole developer named for the asset.

What phase is P-Sam in?

P-Sam is in Phase 2 clinical development. One Phase 2 trial is currently recruiting, and no trials for P-Sam have been completed. The drug is investigational and has not received FDA approval. Its development is focused on adenoid cystic carcinoma.

What clinical trials is P-Sam in?

P-Sam is being evaluated in the Phase 2 trial NCT07162480, titled a Phase II Trial of Puxitatug Samrotecan (AZD8205) in Advanced, Recurrent or Metastatic Aggressive Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma Subtype I. The trial is recruiting in the United States with a planned enrollment of 28 participants. It is an uncontrolled study open to all sexes.

Is P-Sam the same as AZD8205?

Yes. P-Sam is also known as puxitatug samrotecan and by the code AZD8205. The Phase 2 trial NCT07162480 lists the drug under both the P-Sam and AZD8205 names, so searches for either term refer to the same AstraZeneca investigational small molecule.