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ADH-1

Phase 2

Neoplasms | Small molecule | Oncology |Fennec Pharmaceuticals Inc.|Last Updated: Dec 28, 2023

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Trial Design

UNCONTROLLEDBiomarker
Total Trials4
Total Enrollment56

FDA Designations

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Clinical trial landscape

ADH-1 · 5 trials · 21 indications

Phase 2 1Phase 1 4
NCT00264433A Study of the Safety and Effects of ADH-1 Given Intravenously as a Single AgentNeoplasms
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PHASE2COMPLETED
A Study of the Safety and Effects of ADH-1 Given Intravenously as a Single Agent
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Study Endpoints

Primary Endpoints

Recommended dose of ADH-1, defined as the highest dose tested which results in dose-limiting toxicities in no more than 1 of 6 evaluable patients based on the National Cancer Institute Common Terminology Criteria for Adverse Events version 4.0
21 days

The incidence rates of adverse events will be described by dose level. The frequency of occurrence of overall toxicity, categorized by toxicity grades, will be described.

To tabulate the Best Overall Response according to unconfirmed RECIST, modified for cutaneous lesions
By Week 12

Secondary Endpoints

Changes in the levels of ICAM-1, E-selectin, VEGF, soluble VEGFR and B-FGF
After all patients complete cycle 1, about 2 years after initial patient enrolled
Progression-free survival
From the first date of therapy until the first notation of clinical progression, relapse or death from any cause, assessed up to 2 years
Survival
From the first date of therapy until the date of death from any cause, assessed up to 2 years
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Study Design & Arms

AllocationNON_RANDOMIZED
MaskingNONE
ModelSINGLE_GROUP
PurposeTREATMENT

Treatment Arms

ArmTypeDescription
Treatment (ADH-1, cisplatin, gemcitabine hydrochloride)EXPERIMENTALPatients receive ADH-1 IV over 20-80 minutes on days 1, 4, 8, 11, 15, and 18, cisplatin IV and gemcitabine hydrochloride IV over 30 minutes on days 1 and 8. Treatment repeats every 3 weeks for 3 courses in the absence of disease progression or unacceptable toxicity. Patients with stable or responsive disease may receive maintenance therapy with cisplatin and gemcitabine hydrochloride.

Interventions

NameTypeDescription
ADH -1 (Exherin™)DRUG -
ADH-1DRUGGiven IV
CisplatinDRUGGiven IV
Gemcitabine HydrochlorideDRUGGiven IV
Laboratory Biomarker AnalysisOTHERCorrelative studies
melphalanDRUGBy Isolated Limb Infusion (ILI), Lower Extremity: 7.5 mg/L (Limb Volume), Day 1 or Upper Extremity: 10 mg/L (Limb Volume), Day 1
ADH -1 and carboplatinDRUG -
ADH -1 and docetaxelDRUG -
ADH -1 and capecitabineDRUG -
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Eligibility Criteria

Age Range18 Years to N/A
SexALL
Healthy VolunteersNo
Study Sites11

Inclusion Criteria: * Signed written informed consent * Male and female patients \> or = 18 years of age with a solid tumor(s) refractory to standard curative therapy or for which no curative therapy exists * Histologically proven advanced and/or metastatic solid tumor of one of the following histo...

Countries:United StatesCanadaItalySwitzerland
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Frequently asked questions about ADH-1

What is ADH-1 used for?

ADH-1 is an investigational small molecule being studied for the treatment of neoplasms, including ampulla of Vater adenocarcinoma. It is administered intravenously and is currently in Phase 1 clinical development. The drug is being evaluated as a single agent and in combination with other therapies for patients with solid tumors.

Who makes ADH-1?

ADH-1 is being developed by Fennec Pharmaceuticals Inc., a biopharmaceutical company traded on the NASDAQ under the ticker symbol FENC. The company is conducting clinical trials of ADH-1 in oncology indications, including studies in the United States, Canada, Italy, and Switzerland.

What phase is ADH-1 in?

ADH-1 is in Phase 1 clinical development. It is an investigational drug and has not been approved by regulatory authorities. The drug has completed four clinical trials, including Phase 1 and Phase 2 studies, but remains in early-stage development for the treatment of neoplasms.

What clinical trials is ADH-1 in?

ADH-1 has completed four clinical trials. These include a Phase 2 study of ADH-1 as a single agent (NCT00264433), a Phase 1 study in patients with solid tumors (NCT00265057), a Phase 1 study combining ADH-1 with carboplatin, docetaxel, or capecitabine (NCT00390676), and a Phase 1 study combining ADH-1 with melphalan via isolated limb infusion (NCT00421811).

How is ADH-1 administered?

ADH-1 is given intravenously. Clinical trials have evaluated it as a single agent and in combination with other cancer therapies, including carboplatin, docetaxel, capecitabine, and melphalan. The drug is being studied in adult patients with solid tumors and neoplasms.

Is ADH-1 the same as any other drug?

ADH-1 is the primary name used in clinical trials for this investigational compound. No alternative names have been reported in the clinical trial records. The drug is being studied under the name ADH-1 by Fennec Pharmaceuticals Inc. in oncology indications.