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RAF265

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Metastatic Melanoma | Small molecule | Oncology |Novartis AG|Last Updated: Dec 19, 2020

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Trial Design

CONTROLLED
Total Trials1
Total Enrollment104

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Clinical trial landscape

RAF265 · 1 trial · 1 indication

Phase 1 1
NCT00304525A Study to Evaluate RAF265, an Oral Drug Administered to Subjects With Locally Advanced or Metastatic MelanomaMetastatic Melanoma
COMPLETED104 Analytics
PHASE1COMPLETED
A Study to Evaluate RAF265, an Oral Drug Administered to Subjects With Locally Advanced or Metastatic Melanoma
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Study Endpoints

Primary Endpoints

Maximum tolerated dose
at the end of dose escalation
Dose limiting toxicities
during the PK run-in phase and first cycle (28 day cycle)
Safety profile
throughout the study
Evaluate potential pharmacodynamic effects
throughout the study
Pharmacokinetic profile
throughout the study

Secondary Endpoints

Evaluate whether somatic mutations in BRAF and N-RAS genes are associated with modulation of pharmacodynamic markers and clinical response
throughout the study
Determine the response rate for BRAF mutant patients
Every 2 months
Determine the recommended phase two dose
at the end of dose escalation
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Study Design & Arms

AllocationNON_RANDOMIZED
MaskingNONE
ModelSEQUENTIAL
PurposeTREATMENT

Treatment Arms

ArmTypeDescription
RAF265 - Arm 1EXPERIMENTALPatients received 10mg RAF265 as a once weekly dose until progressive disease was confirmed.
RAF265 - Arm 2EXPERIMENTALRAF265 is given as a single "PK run-in" dose, a single loading dose on day 1 of cycle 1, followed by once daily maintenance doses.
RAF265 - Arm 3EXPERIMENTALPatients were treated with once weekly dosing of RAF265
RAF265 - Arm 4EXPERIMENTALPatients with locally advanced or metastatic melanoma will utilize a dose close to or at the MTD/RPTD of the liquid formulation that was determined in Arm 2.
RAF265 - Arm 5EXPERIMENTALRAF265 was administered as a continuous dose for 2 weeks followed by a dose holiday of 1 week.

Interventions

NameTypeDescription
RAF265DRUGA liquid nonaqueous oral formulation. Switched to a tablet formulations with was 60% bioavailable, relative to the liquid at 50mg dose. The liquid dose will be multiplied by a factor of 1.67 to achieve a comparable tablet dose. Tablets are available in 10mg and 50mg strengths.
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Eligibility Criteria

Age Range18 Years to N/A
SexALL
Healthy VolunteersNo
Study Sites11

Inclusion Criteria: 1. Confirmed diagnosis of melanoma, locally advanced AJCC Stage IIIB to metastatic Stage IV 2. Measurable disease - at least one lesion measured in at least one dimension as ≥ 20 mm with conventional techniques or ≥ 10 mm with spiral computed tomography (CT) scan 3. ECOG perform...

Countries:United StatesSwitzerland
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Frequently asked questions about RAF265

What is RAF265 used for?

RAF265 is an investigational small molecule being studied for the treatment of metastatic melanoma. It is administered orally and is intended for patients with locally advanced or metastatic melanoma. The drug is currently in clinical development and has not been approved by regulatory authorities.

What does RAF265 target?

RAF265 is a small molecule that targets RAF kinases, which are involved in cell signaling pathways that regulate cell growth and division. By inhibiting these kinases, RAF265 aims to disrupt the signaling that drives the growth of melanoma cells. This mechanism is being evaluated in clinical trials for metastatic melanoma.

Who makes RAF265?

RAF265 is being developed by Novartis AG, a multinational pharmaceutical company headquartered in Switzerland. Novartis is listed on the stock exchange under the ticker symbol NVS. The company is conducting clinical research to evaluate the safety and efficacy of RAF265 in patients with metastatic melanoma.

What phase is RAF265 in?

RAF265 is in Phase 1 clinical development. It has completed a Phase 1 trial that enrolled 104 participants with locally advanced or metastatic melanoma. The drug is still investigational and has not received FDA approval. Further clinical studies would be needed to establish its safety and efficacy.

What clinical trials is RAF265 in?

RAF265 has been studied in one clinical trial with the identifier NCT00304525. This Phase 1 study evaluated the drug in subjects with locally advanced or metastatic melanoma and was conducted in the United States and Switzerland. The trial has been completed, and the drug is not currently in active clinical trials.

Is RAF265 the same as any other drug?

RAF265 is not known to have alternative names. It is a distinct investigational compound developed by Novartis. No other names for this drug have been identified in the available information.