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Favezelimab

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Neoplasms | Monoclonal antibody | Oncology |Merck & Company, Inc.|Last Updated: May 30, 2025

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Trial Design

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Total Trials1
Total Enrollment481

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Clinical trial landscape

Favezelimab · 1 trial · 1 indication

Phase 1 1
NCT02720068Study of Favezelimab (MK-4280) as Monotherapy and in Combination With Pembrolizumab (MK-3475) With or Without Chemotherapy or Lenvatinib (MK-7902) AND Favezelimab/Pembrolizumab (MK-4280A) as Monotherapy in Adults With Advanced Solid Tumors (MK-4280-001)Neoplasms
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PHASE1COMPLETED
Study of Favezelimab (MK-4280) as Monotherapy and in Combination With Pembrolizumab (MK-3475) With or Without Chemotherapy or Lenvatinib (MK-7902) AND Favezelimab/Pembrolizumab (MK-4280A) as Monotherapy in Adults With Advanced Solid Tumors (MK-4280-001)
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Study Endpoints

Primary Endpoints

Number of Participants Who Experienced a Dose-Limiting Toxicity (DLT)
Up to 21 days (Cycle 1)

DLTs were assessed during the first cycle (21 days) \& were defined as: Grade (Gr) 4 nonhematologic toxicity; Gr 4 hematologic toxicity lasting ≥7 days, except Gr 4 thrombocytopenia of any duration or Gr 3 thrombocytopenia associated with bleeding; Gr 3 nonhematologic toxicity lasting ≥3 days despite optimal supportive care (with exceptions); Gr 3 or 4 nonhematologic lab abnormality (if medical intervention was required, lead to hospitalization, or persisted for \>1 week); Gr 3 or 4 febrile neutropenia; any drug-related AE that caused the participant to discontinue treatment during Cycle 1; Grade 5 toxicity; Any treatment-related toxicity that causes ≥2-week delay in initiation of Cycle 2.

Number of Participants Who Experienced an Adverse Event (AE)
Up to approximately 31.3 months

An AE was defined as any untoward medical occurrence in a participant administered study treatment and which did not necessarily have to have a causal relationship with this treatment. The number of participants who experienced an AE is presented.

Number of Participants Who Discontinued Study Treatment Due to an AE
Up to approximately 28.3 months

An AE was defined as any untoward medical occurrence in a participant administered study treatment and which did not necessarily have to have a causal relationship with this treatment. The number of participants who discontinued study treatment due to an AE is presented.

Secondary Endpoints

Objective Response Rate (ORR) for Part B Participants
Up to approximately 92 months
Area Under the Curve From Time 0 to Infinity (AUC0-inf) of Favezelimab
Predose, 2 hours post start of infusion, and post infusion on Day 1 of cycles 1-4 and 8; Day 2 postdose in cycle 1; Days 8 and 15 in cycles 2, 4, and 8; and at the discontinuation and safety follow-up visit if performed prior to the end of Cycle 8
Area Under the Curve From Time 0 to 21 Days (AUC0-21 Days) of Favezelimab
Predose, 2 hours post start of infusion, and post infusion on Day 1 of cycles 1-4 and 8; Day 2 postdose in cycle 1; Days 8 and 15 in cycles 2, 4, and 8; and at the discontinuation and safety follow-up visit if performed prior to the end of Cycle 8
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Study Design & Arms

AllocationNON_RANDOMIZED
MaskingNONE
ModelPARALLEL
PurposeTREATMENT

Treatment Arms

ArmTypeDescription
Part A: Favezelimab 7 mg MonotherapyEXPERIMENTALParticipants received favezelimab 7 mg intravenous (IV) infusion on Day 1 of each 21-day cycle.
Part A: Favezelimab 21 mg MonotherapyEXPERIMENTALParticipants received favezelimab 21 mg IV infusion on Day 1 of each 21-day cycle.
Part A: Favezelimab 70 mg MonotherapyEXPERIMENTALParticipants received favezelimab 70 mg IV infusion on Day 1 of each 21-day cycle.
Part A: Favezelimab 210 mg MonotherapyEXPERIMENTALParticipants received favezelimab 210 mg IV infusion on Day 1 of each 21-day cycle.
Part A: Favezelimab 700 mg MonotherapyEXPERIMENTALParticipants received favezelimab 700 mg IV infusion on Day 1 of each 21-day cycle.
Part A: Favezelimab 7 mg + Pembrolizumab 200 mgEXPERIMENTALParticipants received favezelimab 7 mg IV infusion on Day 1 of each 21-day cycle PLUS pembrolizumab 200 mg IV infusion administered sequentially on Day 1 of each 21-day cycle.
Part A: Favezelimab 21 mg + Pembrolizumab 200 mgEXPERIMENTALParticipants received favezelimab 21 mg IV infusion on Day 1 of each 21-day cycle PLUS pembrolizumab 200 mg IV infusion administered sequentially on Day 1 of each 21-day cycle.
Part A: Favezelimab 70 mg + Pembrolizumab 200 mgEXPERIMENTALParticipants received favezelimab 70 mg IV infusion on Day 1 of each 21-day cycle PLUS pembrolizumab 200 mg IV infusion administered sequentially on Day 1 of each 21-day cycle.
Part A: Favezelimab 210 mg + Pembrolizumab 200 mgEXPERIMENTALParticipants received favezelimab 210 mg IV infusion on Day 1 of each 21-day cycle PLUS pembrolizumab 200 mg IV infusion administered sequentially on Day 1 of each 21-day cycle.
Part A: Favezelimab 700 mg + Pembrolizumab 200 mgEXPERIMENTALParticipants received favezelimab 700 mg IV infusion on Day 1 of each 21-day cycle PLUS pembrolizumab 200 mg IV infusion administered sequentially on Day 1 of each 21-day cycle.
Part B: Favezelimab 800 mg Monotherapy (Arm 1)EXPERIMENTALParticipants received favezelimab 800 mg monotherapy IV infusion on Day 1 of each 21-day cycle.
Part B: Favezelimab 200 mg + Pembrolizumab 200 mg (Arm 2A)EXPERIMENTALParticipants received favezelimab 200 mg IV infusion on Day 1 of each 21-day cycle PLUS pembrolizumab 200 mg IV infusion administered sequentially on Day 1 of each 21-day cycle.
Part B: Favezelimab 700 mg + Pembrolizumab 200 mg (Arm 2B)EXPERIMENTALParticipants received favezelimab 700 mg IV infusion on Day 1 of each 21-day cycle PLUS pembrolizumab 200 mg IV infusion administered sequentially on Day 1 of each 21-day cycle.
Part B: Favezelimab 800 mg + Pembrolizumab 200 mg (Arm 2C)EXPERIMENTALParticipants received favezelimab 800 mg IV infusion on Day 1 of each 21-day cycle PLUS pembrolizumab 200 mg IV infusion administered sequentially on Day 1 of each 21-day cycle.
Part B: Favezelimab 800 mg + Pembrolizumab 200 mg + mFOLFOX7 (Arm 3)EXPERIMENTALParticipants received favezelimab 800 mg IV infusion on Day 1 of each 21-day cycle PLUS pembrolizumab 200 mg IV infusion administered sequentially on Day 1 of each 21-day cycle PLUS mFOLFOX7 (oxaliplatin 85 mg/m\^2 IV, leucovorin \[calcium folinate\] 400 mg/m\^2 IV, and fluorouracil \[5-FU\] 2400 mg/m\^2 IV over 46 to 48 hours, every 2 weeks \[Q2W\]).
Part B: Favezelimab 800 mg + Pembrolizumab 200 mg + FOLFIRI (Arm 4)EXPERIMENTALParticipants received favezelimab 800 mg IV infusion on Day 1 of each 21-day cycle PLUS pembrolizumab 200 mg IV infusion administered sequentially on Day 1 of each 21-day cycle PLUS FOLFIRI (irinotecan 180 mg/m\^2 IV, leucovorin \[calcium folinate\] 400 mg/m\^2 IV and 5-FU 2400 mg/m\^2 IV over 46 to 48 hours, Q2W).
Part B: MK-4280A (Arm 5)EXPERIMENTALParticipants received MK-4280A, a coformulation of favezelimab 800 mg + pembrolizumab 200 mg IV infusion on Day 1 of each 21-day cycle.
Part B: Favezelimab 800 mg + Pembrolizumab 200 mg + Lenvatinib 20 mg (Arm 6)EXPERIMENTALParticipants received favezelimab 800 mg IV infusion on Day 1 of each 21-day cycle PLUS pembrolizumab 200 mg IV infusion administered sequentially on Day 1 of each 21-day cycle PLUS oral lenvatinib 20 mg once daily.

Interventions

NameTypeDescription
FavezelimabBIOLOGICALIV infusion
PembrolizumabBIOLOGICALIV infusion
OxaliplatinDRUGIV infusion
IrinotecanDRUGIV infusion
Leucovorin (Calcium Folinate)DRUGIV infusion
Fluorouracil [5-FU]DRUGIV infusion
Favezelimab/PembrolizumabBIOLOGICALIV infusion
LenvatinibDRUGOral
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Eligibility Criteria

Age Range18 Years to N/A
SexALL
Healthy VolunteersNo

Inclusion Criteria: * Part A and Part B: Has histologically or cytologically-confirmed metastatic solid tumor. * Has measurable disease by immune-related Response Evaluation Criteria in Solid Tumors (irRECIST) 1.1 criteria. * Has a performance status of 0 or 1 on the Eastern Cooperative Oncology Gr...

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Frequently asked questions about Favezelimab

What is Favezelimab used for?

Favezelimab is an investigational monoclonal antibody being studied in oncology for the treatment of solid tumors, Hodgkin lymphoma, and colorectal cancer. It is being developed by Merck & Company, Inc. (MRK) and is currently in clinical development, with trials having reached Phase 3.

What does Favezelimab target?

Favezelimab is a monoclonal antibody that targets the immune checkpoint molecule LAG-3. By binding to LAG-3, it is designed to modulate the immune response against tumor cells. It is often studied in combination with pembrolizumab, which targets PD-1.

Who makes Favezelimab?

Favezelimab is being developed by Merck & Company, Inc., which trades under the ticker symbol MRK. The company is conducting clinical trials to evaluate the drug as a monotherapy and in combination with other agents for various cancer indications.

What phase is Favezelimab in?

Favezelimab is an investigational drug that has been studied in Phase 1, Phase 2, and Phase 3 clinical trials. As of the latest data, it is not FDA approved and remains in clinical development. All listed trials have been completed.

What clinical trials is Favezelimab in?

Favezelimab has been evaluated in several completed trials, including NCT02720068 (Phase 1 in advanced solid tumors), NCT05064059 (Phase 3 in colorectal cancer), NCT05508867 (Phase 2 in Hodgkin lymphoma), and NCT06036836 (Phase 2 in selected solid tumors).

Is Favezelimab the same as Favezelimab/Pembrolizumab?

Favezelimab is also known as Favezelimab/Pembrolizumab, which refers to a coformulated combination of favezelimab and pembrolizumab. This combination is being studied under the code MK-4280A in clinical trials for various cancers.