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Nelarabine/m2

Phase 2

Leukemia | Small molecule | Oncology |GSK plc|Trials Updated: Feb 11, 2020

Nelarabine/m2 target and mechanism

ModalitySmall molecule

Also known as Nelarabine

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Trial Design

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Total Trials3
Total Enrollment42

FDA Designations

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Nelarabine/m2 clinical trials

Nelarabine/m2 · 3 trials · 2 indications

Phase 2 1Phase 1 2
NCT00003635506U78 in Treating Patients With Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia That Has Not Responded to Fludarabine or Alkylating AgentsLeukemia
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PHASE2COMPLETED
506U78 in Treating Patients With Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia That Has Not Responded to Fludarabine or Alkylating Agents
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Study Endpoints

Primary Endpoints

Maximum Tolerated Dose (MTD) of a 5-day Continuous Infusion Schedule of Nelarabine
28 day cycle

MTD defined as the highest dose that no more than 1 dose limiting toxicity (DLT) occurs among 6 patients. Dose-limiting toxicity (DLT) defined based on drug related events only. DLT in the first treatment cycle used for the dose escalation.

Adverse events, changes from baseline in physical examination and clinical laboratory parameters12-lead ECGAssessment of pharmacokinetic endpoints of 506U78, ara-G and intracellular ara-GTP concentration.
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Secondary Endpoints

Evaluation of response (e.g., CR, CR*) in patients with bone marrow involvement.
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Study Design & Arms

PurposeTREATMENT

Treatment Arms

ArmTypeDescription
Continuous Infusion NelarabineEXPERIMENTALStarting dose 200 mg/m2 x 5 days
Pediatric Arm 1ACTIVE_COMPARATORCycle 1: Nelarabine 400mg/m2 will be administered once daily from Day 1 to Day 5 followed by 16 days of off-dose. Cycle 2 and subsequent Cycles: Nelarabine 650mg2 will be administered once daily from Day 1 to Day 5 followed by 16 days of off-dose.
Pediatric Arm 2ACTIVE_COMPARATORCycle 1 and subsequent Cycles: Nelarabine 650mg/m2 will be administered once daily from Day 1 to Day 5 followed by 16 days of off-dose.
Adult Arm 1ACTIVE_COMPARATORCycle 1: Nelarabine 1000mg/m2 will be administered once daily on Days 1, 3 and 5 followed by 16 days of off-dose. Cycle 2 and subsequent Cycles: Nelarabine 1500mg/m2 will be administered once daily on Days 1, 3 and 5 followed by 16 days of off-dose.
Adult Arm 2ACTIVE_COMPARATORCycle 1 and subsequent Cycles: Nelarabine 1500mg/m2 will be administered once daily on Days 1, 3 and 5 followed by 16 days of off-dose.
Pediatric Arm 3ACTIVE_COMPARATORNelarabine 650mg/m2 will be administered once a day from Day 1 to Day 5.

Interventions

NameTypeDescription
nelarabineDRUG -
Nelarabine injection 400mg/m2DRUGCycle 1: Nelarabine 400mg/m2 will be administered once a day from Day 1 to Day 5. Cycle 2 and subsequent Cycles: Nelarabine 650mg/m2 will be administered once daily from Day 1 to DAy 5.
Nelarabine injection 650mg/m2DRUGNelarabine 650mg/m2 will be administered once a day from Day 1 to Day 5.
Nelarabine injection 1000mg/m2DRUGCycle 1: Nelarabine 1000mg/m2 will be administered once a day on Days 1, 3 and 5. Cycle 2 and subsequent Cycles: Nelarabine 1500mg/m2 will be administered once a day on Days 1, 3 and 5.
Nelarabine injection 1500mg/m2DRUGNelarabine 1500mg/m2 will be administered once a day on Days 1, 3 and 5.
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Eligibility Criteria

Age Range18 Years to N/A
SexALL
Healthy VolunteersNo
Study Sites22

DISEASE CHARACTERISTICS: Diagnosis of refractory chronic lymphocytic leukemia Evidence of active disease after fludarabine or alkylator therapy Must meet one or more of the following criteria for active disease: Minimum of one of the following disease-related symptoms: Weight loss of 10% or more wit...

Countries:United StatesJapan
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Frequently asked questions about Nelarabine/m2

What is nelarabine/m2 used for?

Nelarabine/m2 is used in the treatment of lymphoid malignancies, specifically leukemias and lymphomas including acute lymphoblastic leukemia and lymphoblastic lymphoma. It is given as an injection at a dose of 400 mg/m2. The drug is being studied in patients with relapsed or refractory disease, as well as in Japanese patients with leukemia or lymphoma.

Who makes nelarabine/m2?

Nelarabine/m2 is developed by GSK plc, which trades under the ticker GSK. GSK is the company responsible for the clinical development of this injectable formulation of nelarabine.

What phase is nelarabine/m2 in?

Nelarabine/m2 is in Phase 1 clinical development. It is an investigational agent and has not been approved by the FDA for the indications being studied. The Phase 1 program includes pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic evaluations in patients with relapsed or refractory lymphoid malignancies.

What clinical trials is nelarabine/m2 in?

Nelarabine/m2 has been studied in clinical trials including NCT01094860, a Phase 1 pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic study in patients with relapsed or refractory lymphoid malignancies, and NCT00406757, a Phase 1 clinical evaluation in Japanese patients with leukemia or lymphoma. Both trials are completed.

Is nelarabine/m2 the same as nelarabine?

Yes, nelarabine/m2 is another name for nelarabine, also known as nelarabine injection 400 mg/m2. The '/m2' refers to the dosing based on body surface area. It is the same active agent used in the treatment of leukemias and lymphomas.