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225Ac-PSMA-R2

Phase 1

Prostate Cancer | Small molecule | Oncology |Novartis AG|Trials Updated: Sep 11, 2026

Development status

Highest phase Phase 1
Registered trials 1 across 1 sponsor since Aug 2023

Target and mechanism

Molecular targetPSMA
ModalitySmall molecule

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Trial Design

CONTROLLED
Total Trials1
Total Enrollment33

FDA Designations

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Clinical trial landscape

225Ac-PSMA-R2 · 1 trial · 1 indication

Phase 1 1
NCT05983198Phase I/II Study of [225Ac]Ac-PSMA-R2 in PSMA-positive Prostate Cancer, With/Without Prior 177Lu-PSMA RLTProstate Cancer
ACTIVE NOT_RECRUITING33 Analytics
PHASE1ACTIVE NOT_RECRUITING
Phase I/II Study of [225Ac]Ac-PSMA-R2 in PSMA-positive Prostate Cancer, With/Without Prior 177Lu-PSMA RLT
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Study Endpoints

Primary Endpoints

Phase I Dose Escalation: Incidence and severity of DLTs during the DLT observation period
Up to 6 weeks after the first 225Ac-PSMA-R2 dose administration

To determine the Recommended Dose for Expansion (RDE) and corresponding regimen for 225Ac-PSMA-R2 monotherapy in PSMA-positive in: * Group-1 (mCRPC): Participants previously treated with 177Lu-labelled PSMA-targeted RLT (post-177Lu). * Group-2 (mCRPC): Participants not treated previously with 177Lu-labelled PSMA-targeted RLT (pre-177Lu). * Group-3 (mHSPC): Participants not treated previously with 177Lu-labelled PSMA-targeted RLT (pre-177Lu).

Phase I Dose Escalation: Incidence and severity of adverse events (AEs) and serious adverse events (SAEs) by group and frequency schedule
From date of the first administration of 225Ac-PSMA-R2 till 30 days safety follow-up, assessed up to approximately 15 months

The distribution of adverse events will be done via the analysis of frequencies for treatment emergent Adverse Event (TEAEs), Serious Adverse Event (TESAEs) and Deaths due to AEs, through the monitoring of relevant clinical and laboratory safety parameters.

Phase I Dose Escalation: Tolerability
Up to 6 weeks after the first 225AC-PSMA-R2 dose administration

Frequency of dose interruptions, reductions, discontinuations, and dose intensity by group.

Phase ll Dose Expansion: Overall Response Rate (ORR)
From date of the first administration of 225Ac-PSMA-R2 until date of radiographic progression or date of death from any cause, whichever comes first, assessed up to approximately 15 months

Overall Response Rate (ORR) is defined as the proportion of participants with confirmed best overall response (BOR) of complete response (CR) or partial response (PR) in soft tissue according to Prostate Cancer Working Group 3 (PCWG3) -modified RECIST v1.1 in absence of bone progression (as per PCWG3).

Secondary Endpoints

Phase I Dose Escalation: Incidence and severity of AEs and serious adverse events (SAEs)
Up to 6 months after the last 225Ac-PSMA-R2 dose administration
Phase ll: Dose Expansion: Incidence and severity of AEs and serious adverse events (SAEs)
Assessed up to approximately 15 months.
Phase I Dose Escalation & Dose Expansion: Frequency of dose interruptions, reductions, discontinuations, and dose intensity by treatment.
At day 1 of each cycle (1 cycle = up to 6 weeks)
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Study Design & Arms

AllocationNON_RANDOMIZED
MaskingNONE
ModelSEQUENTIAL
PurposeTREATMENT

Treatment Arms

ArmTypeDescription
Group-1 (mCRPC/ post-177Lu)EXPERIMENTAL1. Dose Escalation: All eligible participants with Metastatic Castration Resistant Prostate Cancer (mCRPC) who have received anti-cancer treatment (post-Androgen Receptor Pathway Inhibitors (ARPI), post-taxane based chemotherapy and heavily pre-treated and having already received prior 177Lu-labelled Prostate Specific Membrane Antigen (PSMA)-targeting Radioligand Therapy (RLT) will receive the starting dose of 7 Megabecquerel (MBq) of 225Ac-PSMA-R2 to determine the Maximum Tolerated Dose/Recommended Dose for Expansion (MTD/RDE) of Group 1. 2. Dose Expansion: Once RDE is determined for Group 1, participants who have previously received 177Lu-PSMA-RLT will be enrolled in Group 1 dose expansion.
Group-2 (mCRPC/ pre-177Lu)EXPERIMENTAL1. Dose Escalation: All eligible participants with mCRPC who have received anti-cancer treatment (post-Androgen Receptor Pathway Inhibitors (ARPI), prior taxane-based chemotherapy is not required, but have never been treated with 177Lu-labelled PSMA-targeted RLT (177Lu-labelled PSMA-targeted RLT treatment naïve) will receive the starting dose of 7 Megabecquerel (MBq) of 225Ac-PSMA-R2 to determine the Maximum Tolerated Dose/Recommended Dose for Expansion (MTD/RDE) of Group 2. 2. Dose Expansion: Once RDE is determined for Group 2, participants naïve to 177Lu-labelled PSMA-targeted Radioligand Therapy (RLT) will be enrolled in Group 2 dose expansion.
Group 3 (mHSPC/ pre-177Lu)EXPERIMENTAL1. Dose Escalation: All eligible participants with mHSPC (177Lu-labelled PSMA-targeted RLT treatment naïve), who are treatment naive or minimally treated with a) luteinizing hormone-releasing hormone (LHRH) agonist/antagonists or bilateral orchiectomy with or without first generation antiandrogen (e.g. bicalutamide, flutamide) b) CYP17 inhibitor or ARDT exposure. Patient in this group will start treatment with 225Ac-PSMA-R2 after group 1 and group 2 patients. 2. Dose Expansion: Once RDE is determined for Group 3, participants will be enrolled in Group 3 dose expansion.

Interventions

NameTypeDescription
225Ac-PSMA-R2DRUGPSMA-R2 is a ligand coupled with 225Ac an alpha emitting radionuclide
68Ga-PSMA-R2RADIATIONKit for radiopharmaceutical preparation
68Ga-PSMA-11RADIATIONKit for radiopharmaceutical preparation
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Eligibility Criteria

Age Range18 Years to 100 Years
SexMALE
Healthy VolunteersNo
Study Sites9

Key Inclusion Criteria: * Evidence of PSMA-positive disease by 68Ga-PSMA-11 PET/CT and eligible as determined by central reading * Documented progressive mCRPC or mHSPC * Adequate organ function * Prior orchiectomy or ongoing ADT and should have received prior 177Lu-PSMA-RLT (Group1 dose escalation...

Countries:United StatesAustraliaCanadaFrance
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Frequently asked questions about 225Ac-PSMA-R2

What is 225Ac-PSMA-R2 used for in prostate cancer?

225Ac-PSMA-R2 is an investigational small molecule being studied for the treatment of prostate cancer. It is designed to target PSMA, a protein commonly expressed on prostate cancer cells. The drug is currently in Phase 1 clinical development, with an active trial evaluating its use in patients with PSMA-positive prostate cancer.

What does 225Ac-PSMA-R2 target?

225Ac-PSMA-R2 targets PSMA, or prostate-specific membrane antigen, a protein that is highly expressed on prostate cancer cells. By binding to PSMA, the drug aims to deliver a radioactive payload to cancer cells. This mechanism is being investigated in a Phase 1 clinical trial for prostate cancer.

Who is developing 225Ac-PSMA-R2?

225Ac-PSMA-R2 is being developed by Novartis AG, a global pharmaceutical company traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker NVS. The drug is currently in Phase 1 clinical development for prostate cancer, with an active clinical trial enrolling patients.

What phase is 225Ac-PSMA-R2 in?

225Ac-PSMA-R2 is in Phase 1 clinical development. It is an investigational drug and has not been approved by regulatory authorities. The ongoing Phase 1 trial is actively enrolling patients with PSMA-positive prostate cancer to evaluate the drug's safety and efficacy.

What clinical trials is 225Ac-PSMA-R2 in?

225Ac-PSMA-R2 is being studied in a Phase 1/II clinical trial with the identifier NCT05983198. This trial is evaluating the drug in patients with PSMA-positive prostate cancer, with or without prior treatment with 177Lu-PSMA radioligand therapy. The trial is active but not recruiting and is being conducted in the United States, Australia, Canada, and France.