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Lenvatinib Product

Phase 2

Merkel Cell Carcinoma | Small molecule | Oncology |Merck & Company, Inc.|Last Updated: Apr 8, 2026

Target and mechanism

Molecular targetFLT1, FLT4, KDR
Target classInhibitor
ModalitySmall molecule

Also known as Lenvatinib Oral Product

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Trial Design

UNCONTROLLEDDMCBiomarker
Total Trials1
Total Enrollment26

FDA Designations

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Clinical trial landscape

Lenvatinib Product · 1 trial · 3 indications

Phase 2 1
NCT04869137Neoadjuvant Lenvatinib Plus Pembrolizumab in Merkel Cell CarcinomaMerkel Cell Carcinoma
ACTIVE NOT_RECRUITING26 Analytics
PHASE2ACTIVE NOT_RECRUITING
Neoadjuvant Lenvatinib Plus Pembrolizumab in Merkel Cell Carcinoma
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Study Endpoints

Primary Endpoints

Pathological Complete Response
1 year

Pathological Complete Response will be determined by pathologist examination of tissue after neoadjuvant treatment and resection

Secondary Endpoints

Progression Free Survival
1 year
Percentage of Patients Able to Complete Both Neoadjuvant Cycles of Trial Therapy and Able to Complete Planned Surgical Resection.
Assessed up to completion of planned surgical resection, up to 10 weeks
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Study Design & Arms

AllocationNA
MaskingNONE
ModelSINGLE_GROUP
PurposeTREATMENT

Treatment Arms

ArmTypeDescription
Lenvatinib plus PembrolizumabEXPERIMENTALParticipants with Merkel cell carcinoma amenable to complete resection will receive two cycles (6 weeks) of therapy with the combination of lenvatinib plus pembrolizumab and then proceed to planned resection within 2-4 weeks following completion of cycle 2. Following surgical recovery and completion of adjuvant radiation therapy (if indicated), treatment will resume with pembrolizumab monotherapy with intent to complete 17 cycles total of pembrolizumab.

Interventions

NameTypeDescription
Lenvatinib Oral ProductDRUG20mg of Lenvatinib will be taken orally once daily
PembrolizumabDRUG200mg of Pembrolizumab will be administered through IV infusion every 3 weeks.
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Eligibility Criteria

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

Inclusion Criteria: * Male/female participants who are at least 18 years of age on the day of signing informed consent with histologically confirmed diagnosis of Merkel cell carcinoma will be enrolled in this study. The clinical stage of the patient must be stage II, III, or IV (AJCC 8th edition) a...

Countries:United States
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Frequently asked questions about Lenvatinib Product

What is Lenvatinib Product used for in Merkel Cell Carcinoma?

Lenvatinib Product is an investigational small molecule being studied for the treatment of Merkel Cell Carcinoma, also known as neuroendocrine carcinoma of the skin or trabecular carcinoma of the skin. It is currently in Phase 2 clinical development for this indication.

What does Lenvatinib Product target?

Lenvatinib Product is a kinase inhibitor, belonging to the -tinib class of drugs. It works by targeting kinases, which are enzymes involved in cell signaling and growth. This mechanism is being evaluated in the context of Merkel Cell Carcinoma.

Who makes Lenvatinib Product?

Lenvatinib Product is being developed by Merck & Company, Inc., which trades under the ticker symbol MRK. The company is conducting clinical trials to evaluate the drug for Merkel Cell Carcinoma.

What phase is Lenvatinib Product in?

Lenvatinib Product is in Phase 2 clinical development. It is an investigational drug and has not been approved by the FDA. The ongoing trial is active but not recruiting participants.

What clinical trials is Lenvatinib Product in?

Lenvatinib Product is being studied in a Phase 2 clinical trial with the identifier NCT04869137, titled 'Neoadjuvant Lenvatinib Plus Pembrolizumab in Merkel Cell Carcinoma.' The trial is enrolling 26 participants in the United States and is active but not recruiting.

Is Lenvatinib Product the same as Lenvatinib Oral Product?

Yes, Lenvatinib Product is also known as Lenvatinib Oral Product. Both names refer to the same investigational drug being developed by Merck & Company, Inc. for Merkel Cell Carcinoma.