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Trametinib

Phase 1

Cancer | Small molecule | Oncology |Novartis AG|Last Updated: Feb 9, 2022

Target and mechanism

Molecular targetMAP2K2, MAP2K1
Target classInhibitor
ModalitySmall molecule

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Trial Design

CONTROLLED
Total Trials1
Total Enrollment139

FDA Designations

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Clinical trial landscape

Trametinib · 2 trials · 2 indications

Phase 1 2
NCT02705963A Drug-Drug Interaction Study to Assess the Effect of Trametinib on the Pharmacokinetics of an Oral Contraceptive in Female Patients With Solid TumorsSolid Tumors
COMPLETED19 Analytics
NCT02124772Study to Investigate Safety, Pharmacokinetic (PK), Pharmacodynamic (PD) and Clinical Activity of Trametinib in Subjects With Cancer or Plexiform Neurofibromas and Trametinib in Combination With Dabrafenib in Subjects With Cancers Harboring V600 MutationsCancer
COMPLETED139 Analytics
PHASE1COMPLETED
A Drug-Drug Interaction Study to Assess the Effect of Trametinib on the Pharmacokinetics of an Oral Contraceptive in Female Patients With Solid Tumors
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PHASE1COMPLETED
Study to Investigate Safety, Pharmacokinetic (PK), Pharmacodynamic (PD) and Clinical Activity of Trametinib in Subjects With Cancer or Plexiform Neurofibromas and Trametinib in Combination With Dabrafenib in Subjects With Cancers Harboring V600 Mutations
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Study Endpoints

Primary Endpoints

Pharmacokinetics parameter: AUCtau of NE and EE alone and in combination with trametinib
Day 5 and 6 and 21 and 22

To evaluate the effect of multiple doses of trametinib (2 mg once daily) on the steady state pharmacokinetics of combination OC (NE and EE) in female patients with solid tumors.

Pharmacokinetics parameter: AUClast of NE and EE alone and in combination with trametinib
Day 5 and 6 and 21 and 22

To evaluate the effect of multiple doses of trametinib (2 mg once daily) on the steady state pharmacokinetics of combination OC (NE and EE) in female patients with solid tumors.

Pharmacokinetics parameter: Cmax of NE and EE alone and in combination with trametinib
Day 5 and 6 and 21 and 22

To evaluate the effect of multiple doses of trametinib (2 mg once daily) on the steady state pharmacokinetics of combination OC (NE and EE) in female patients with solid tumors.

Pharmacokinetics parameter: Tmax of NE and EE alone and incombination with trametinib
Days 5 and 6 and 21 and 22

To evaluate the effect of multiple doses of trametinib (2 mg once daily) on the steady state pharmacokinetics of combination OC (NE and EE) in female patients with solid tumors.

Incidence of Treatment Emergent Adverse Events in Subjects Treated With Trametinib Monotherapy
From the day of the first dose of trametinib up to 30 days after the last dose, up to maximum duration of 64 months

Incidence of treatment emergent adverse events is defined as number of participants with adverse events (AEs) and serious adverse events (SAEs), including changes from baseline in vital signs and laboratory results qualifying and reported as AEs. The number of participants in each category is reported in the table.

Average Steady State Plasma Concentration (Cavg) of Trametinib When Administered Alone (Monotherapy)
pre dose, 1, 2, 4, 7, 10 and 24 hours post trametinib dose on Cycle 1 Day 15. The duration of 1 cycle was 28 days.

Pharmacokinetic (PK) parameters were calculated based on trametinib plasma concentrations by using non-compartmental methods. The average steady state plasma concentration (Cavg) of trametinib was calculated as the ratio of area under the curve (AUC)/tau, where tau = 24 h for trametinib.

Secondary Endpoints

Pharmacokinetics parameter: AUClast of M5
Day 21 and 22
Pharmacokinetics parameter: AUCtau of M5
Day 21 and 22
Pharmacokinetics parameter: Cmax of M5
Day 21 and 22
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Study Design & Arms

AllocationNA
MaskingNONE
ModelSINGLE_GROUP
PurposeTREATMENT

Treatment Arms

ArmTypeDescription
Oral Contraceptive / TrametinibEXPERIMENTALIn treatment period 1 of the PK Phase patients will take the Oral Contraceptive once daily from Days 1-5. Period 2 of the PK Phase starts on Day 6 when patients take both the Oral Contraceptive and trametinib once daily from Days 6 to 21. Patients may continue dosing with trametinib only once daily from Day 22 onwards (post PK Phase).
Part A - TMT 0.0125 mg/kg/dayEXPERIMENTALParticipants treated with trametinib 0.0125 mg/kg/day
Part A - TMT 0.025 mg/kg/dayEXPERIMENTALParticipants treated with trametinib 0.025 mg/kg/day
Part A - TMT 0.032 mg/kg/dayEXPERIMENTALParticipants under 6 years of age treated with trametinib 0.032 mg/kg/day
Part A - TMT 0.04 mg/kg/dayEXPERIMENTALParticipants treated with trametinib 0.04 mg/kg/day
Part B - NeuroblastomaEXPERIMENTALParticipants with refractory or relapsed neuroblastoma treated with trametinib 0.025 mg/kg/day
Part B - LGG fusionEXPERIMENTALParticipants with refractory or relapsed neuroblastoma treated with trametinib 0.025 mg/kg/day
Part B - NF-1 with PNEXPERIMENTALParticipants with neurofibromatosis Type -1 associated plexiform neurofibromas (NF-1 with PN) treated with trametinib 0.025 mg/kg/day
Part B - BRAF V600 mutant solid tumorEXPERIMENTALParticipants with BRAF V600 mutant solid tumors treated with trametinib 0.025 mg/kg/day
Part C - TMT 0.025 mg/kg/day + 50% DRB RP2DEXPERIMENTALParticipants treated with a combination therapy of trametinib (0.025 mg/kg/day) plus 50% of the recommended phase II dose (RP2D) of dabrafenib monotherapy (2.63 mg/kg/day for \<12 years old subjects and 2.25 mg/kg/day for ≥12 years old subjects)
Part C - TMT 0.025 mg/kg/day + 100% DRB RP2DEXPERIMENTALParticipants treated with a combination therapy of trametinib (0.025 mg/kg/day) plus 100% of the recommended phase II dose (RP2D) of dabrafenib monotherapy (5.25 mg/kg/day for \<12 years old subjects and 4.5 mg/kg/day for ≥12 years old subjects)
Part C - TMT 0.032 mg/kg/day + 100% DRB RP2DEXPERIMENTALParticipants under 6 years of age treated with a combination therapy of trametinib (0.032 mg/kg/day) with 100% of the recommended phase II dose (RP2D) of dabrafenib monotherapy (5.25 mg/kg/day)
Part D - LGGEXPERIMENTALParticipants with low grade glioma (LGG) treated with a combination therapy of trametinib (0.032 mg/kg/day for \< 6 years old subjects and 0.025 mg/kg/day for ≥ 6 years old subjects) plus 100% of the recommended phase II dose (RP2D) of dabrafenib monotherapy (5.25 mg/kg/day for \<12 years old subjects and 4.5 mg/kg/day for ≥12 years old subjects)
Part D - LCHEXPERIMENTALParticipants with Langerhans cell histiocytosis (LCH) treated with a combination therapy of trametinib (0.032 mg/kg/day for \< 6 years old subjects and 0.025 mg/kg/day for ≥ 6 years old subjects) plus 100% of the recommended phase II dose (RP2D) of dabrafenib monotherapy (5.25 mg/kg/day for \<12 years old subjects and 4.5 mg/kg/day for ≥12 years old subjects)

Interventions

NameTypeDescription
TrametinibDRUGEach tablet is 2mg trametinib to be taken orally once daily.
Oral Contraceptive (1mg norethindrone, 0.035mg ethinyl estradiol)DRUGCombined oral contraceptive to be taken orally once daily.
DabrafenibDRUGDabrafenib was administered orally, twice daily. The daily dose was divided into two equal doses. It was available in capsules (50 mg and 75 mg), dispersible tablets (10 mg) and powder for oral suspension (10 mg/mL dose).
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Eligibility Criteria

Age Range18 Years to 59 Years
SexFEMALE
Healthy VolunteersNo
Study Sites7

Inclusion Criteria: * Has a histologically or cytologically confirmed diagnosis of a solid tumor malignancy (except for any excluded malignancies listed in the Exclusion Criteria) that is not responsive to standard therapy(ies) or for which there is no approved therapy. * Meets one of the following...

Countries:United StatesBelgiumNetherlandsSpainUnited KingdomAustraliaCanadaFrance
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Frequently asked questions about Trametinib

What is Trametinib used for?

Trametinib is an investigational small molecule being studied for the treatment of cancer and solid tumors. It is a kinase inhibitor, belonging to the -tinib class of drugs. Clinical trials have investigated its use in patients with cancer, including those with plexiform neurofibromas, and in combination with dabrafenib for cancers harboring V600 mutations.

What does Trametinib target?

Trametinib targets kinases, as it belongs to the -tinib class of kinase inhibitors. It is being studied for its effects on cancer and solid tumors, with clinical trials exploring its activity in patients with V600 mutations when used in combination with dabrafenib.

Who makes Trametinib?

Trametinib is being developed by Novartis AG, a company traded on the stock exchange under the ticker symbol NVS. The drug is currently in clinical development for oncology indications, including cancer and solid tumors.

What phase is Trametinib in?

Trametinib is in Phase 1 clinical development. It is an investigational drug, meaning it has not been approved by regulatory authorities. Clinical trials are ongoing to evaluate its safety, pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, and clinical activity in patients with cancer and solid tumors.

What clinical trials is Trametinib in?

Trametinib has been studied in clinical trials registered under NCT02124772 and NCT02705963. NCT02124772 investigated its safety and activity in cancer or plexiform neurofibromas, and in combination with dabrafenib for V600 mutations. NCT02705963 assessed its effect on oral contraceptive pharmacokinetics in female patients with solid tumors.

Is Trametinib the same as Mekinist?

Trametinib is the active ingredient in the drug product Mekinist, which is approved for certain cancers. However, the clinical trials described here are investigating trametinib as an investigational agent, and the information provided does not specify whether these trials are for the approved product or for new indications.