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EMD 72000+ ECX

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Esophageal Cancer | Small molecule | Oncology |Merck & Company, Inc.|Last Updated: Feb 19, 2014

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Total Trials1
Total Enrollment26

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Clinical trial landscape

EMD 72000+ ECX · 1 trial · 2 indications

Phase 1 1
NCT00113581Safety Study of EMD 72000 in Combination With ECX (Epirubicin, Cisplatin and Capecitabine) in Oesophagogastric CancerEsophageal Cancer
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PHASE1COMPLETED
Safety Study of EMD 72000 in Combination With ECX (Epirubicin, Cisplatin and Capecitabine) in Oesophagogastric Cancer
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Study Endpoints

Primary Endpoints

Safety and tolerability

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Study Design & Arms

AllocationNON_RANDOMIZED
MaskingNONE
ModelSINGLE_GROUP
PurposeTREATMENT

Interventions

NameTypeDescription
EMD 72000 (matuzumab) + ECXDRUG -
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Eligibility Criteria

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

Inclusion Criteria: * Advanced, recurrent or metastatic gastric adenocarcinoma or adenocarcinoma of the lower third of the esophagus * EGFR positive tumor * KPS greater than 60 * Normal cardiac function * Adequate liver and bone marrow function * GFR greater than 60 ml/minute Exclusion Criteria: ...

Countries:United Kingdom
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Frequently asked questions about EMD 72000+ ECX

What is EMD 72000+ ECX used for?

EMD 72000+ ECX is an investigational combination therapy being studied for the treatment of esophageal cancer and gastric cancer. It combines EMD 72000 with the chemotherapy regimen ECX, which includes epirubicin, cisplatin, and capecitabine. The drug is in Phase 1 clinical development for these indications.

Who makes EMD 72000+ ECX?

EMD 72000+ ECX is being developed by Merck & Company, Inc., which trades under the ticker symbol MRK. The company is conducting clinical research on this combination therapy for esophageal and gastric cancers.

What phase is EMD 72000+ ECX in?

EMD 72000+ ECX is in Phase 1 clinical development. It is an investigational drug combination and has not been approved by regulatory authorities. The therapy is being studied for safety and tolerability in patients with esophageal and gastric cancers.

What clinical trials is EMD 72000+ ECX in?

EMD 72000+ ECX has one completed clinical trial, NCT00113581, titled "Safety Study of EMD 72000 in Combination With ECX (Epirubicin, Cisplatin and Capecitabine) in Oesophagogastric Cancer." This Phase 1 study enrolled 26 participants in the United Kingdom and included patients aged 18 years and older.

Is EMD 72000+ ECX the same as EMD 72000?

EMD 72000+ ECX is a combination therapy that includes EMD 72000 plus the chemotherapy regimen ECX, which consists of epirubicin, cisplatin, and capecitabine. EMD 72000 alone is a separate investigational agent, while EMD 72000+ ECX refers specifically to the combination being studied.