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LGK974

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Pancreatic Cancer | Small molecule | Oncology |Novartis AG|Last Updated: Jun 13, 2025

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Trial Design

CONTROLLED
Total Trials1
Total Enrollment185

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Clinical trial landscape

LGK974 · 1 trial · 8 indications

Phase 1 1
NCT01351103A Study of LGK974 in Patients With Malignancies Dependent on Wnt LigandsPancreatic Cancer
COMPLETED185 Analytics
PHASE1COMPLETED
A Study of LGK974 in Patients With Malignancies Dependent on Wnt Ligands
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Study Endpoints

Primary Endpoints

Incidence of dose limiting toxicities (DLTs) during the first cycle of LGK974 treatment and during the first 2 cycles of LGK974 in combination with PDR001
28 days (LGK974 single agent) and 56 days (LGK974 in combination with PDR001)

DLT is defined as an adverse event or abnormal laboratory value that is assessed by the investigator as unrelated to disease, disease progression, intercurrent illness, or concomitant medications and that meets the criteria defined in the study protocol. The objective was to determine the Maximum Tolerated Dose (MTD) or Recommended Dose for Expansion (RDE) of LGK974 as a single agent and in combination with PDR001 when administered orally to adult patients with malignancies dependent on Wnt ligands.

Secondary Endpoints

Type and category of study drug related adverse events (AE)
61 months
Absorption and plasma concentrations of LGK974
61 months
PD related to the Wnt pathway
61 months
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Study Design & Arms

AllocationNON_RANDOMIZED
MaskingNONE
ModelSINGLE_GROUP
PurposeTREATMENT

Treatment Arms

ArmTypeDescription
LGK974EXPERIMENTALLGK974
LGK974 in combination with PDR001EXPERIMENTALLGK in combination with PDR001

Interventions

NameTypeDescription
LGK974DRUG -
PDR001BIOLOGICAL -
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Eligibility Criteria

Age Range18 Years to N/A
SexALL
Healthy VolunteersNo
Study Sites20

Inclusion Criteria: Diagnosis of locally advanced or metastatic cancer that has progressed despite standard therapy or for which no effective standard therapy exists and histological confirmation of one of the following diseases indicated below: Single Agent Dose escalation part:documented B-RAF m...

Countries:United StatesCanadaFranceGermanyItalyNetherlandsSpain
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Frequently asked questions about LGK974

What is LGK974 used for in pancreatic cancer?

LGK974 is an investigational small molecule being studied for the treatment of pancreatic cancer. It is also being evaluated in other Wnt ligand-dependent malignancies, including BRAF mutant colorectal cancer, melanoma, triple negative breast cancer, and several squamous cell cancers. It is currently in Phase 1 clinical development.

What does LGK974 target?

LGK974 targets the Wnt signaling pathway by inhibiting Wnt ligand production. This pathway is implicated in the growth and survival of certain cancers, including pancreatic cancer. By blocking Wnt ligands, LGK974 aims to disrupt tumor cell proliferation in malignancies that depend on this signaling pathway.

Who makes LGK974?

LGK974 is being developed by Novartis AG, a multinational pharmaceutical company headquartered in Basel, Switzerland. Novartis is listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol NVS. The company is conducting clinical trials to evaluate the safety and efficacy of LGK974 in patients with Wnt ligand-dependent cancers.

What phase is LGK974 in?

LGK974 is in Phase 1 clinical development. It is an investigational drug, meaning it has not been approved by regulatory authorities. The Phase 1 trial has been completed, and the drug is no longer in active clinical trials. Its safety and efficacy have not been established.

What clinical trials is LGK974 in?

LGK974 has been studied in one clinical trial, registered as NCT01351103. This Phase 1 study, titled 'A Study of LGK974 in Patients With Malignancies Dependent on Wnt Ligands,' was completed and enrolled 185 participants. The trial was conducted in the United States, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Netherlands, and Spain.

Is LGK974 the same as any other drug?

LGK974 is the primary name for this investigational compound. No alternative names have been disclosed in the available clinical trial information. It is a small molecule developed by Novartis, and it is distinct from other Wnt pathway inhibitors currently in development.