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ORIC-944

Phase 1

Metastatic Prostate Cancer | Small molecule | Oncology |Oric Pharmaceuticals, Inc.|Last Updated: Jul 9, 2026

Target and mechanism

Molecular targetEED
Target classPrc2
ModalitySmall molecule

Success Probability

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Trial Design

CONTROLLED
Total Trials1
Total Enrollment275

FDA Designations

No designations recorded

Clinical trial landscape

ORIC-944 · 1 trial · 1 indication

Phase 1 1
NCT05413421Study of ORIC-944 in Patients With Metastatic Prostate CancerMetastatic Prostate Cancer
RECRUITING275 Analytics
PHASE1RECRUITING
Study of ORIC-944 in Patients With Metastatic Prostate Cancer
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Study Endpoints

Primary Endpoints

Recommended Phase 2 Dose (RP2D)
12 months

RP2D as determined by interval 3+3 dose escalation design

Maximum plasma concentration (Cmax)
28 Days

PK of ORIC-944 single agent and in combination with an ARPI

Time to maximum observed concentration (Tmax)
28 Days

PK of ORIC-944 single agent and in combination with an ARPI

Area under the curve (AUC)
28 Days

PK of ORIC-944 single agent and in combination with an ARPI

Apparent plasma terminal elimination half-life (t1/2)
28 Days

PK of ORIC-944 single agent and in combination with an ARPI

Secondary Endpoints

Clinical benefit rate (CBR)
36 months
Objective response rate (ORR)
36 months
Duration of response (DOR)
36 months
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Study Design & Arms

AllocationNON_RANDOMIZED
MaskingNONE
ModelSEQUENTIAL
PurposeTREATMENT

Treatment Arms

ArmTypeDescription
Single Agent Dose EscalationEXPERIMENTALORIC-944 dosed orally on a continuous daily dosing regimen in 28-day cycles
Combination Dose EscalationEXPERIMENTALORIC-944 dosed orally on a continuous daily dosing regimen in 28-day cycles in combinations with abiraterone, apalutamide, darolutamide, or enzalutamide
Combination Dose OptimizationEXPERIMENTALCohort A and C: ORIC-944 dosed orally on a continuous daily dosing regimen in 28-day cycles in combination with apalutamide Cohort B and D: ORIC-944 dosed orally on a continuous daily dosing regimen in 28-day cycles in combination with darolutamide Combinations with abiraterone or enzalutamide may be conducted in the future

Interventions

NameTypeDescription
ORIC-944DRUGOral, once daily, continuous
Abiraterone acetate (Zytiga®) 250 mg or 500 mg tabletsDRUGOral, 1000 mg once daily, continuous
Apalutamide (Erleada™) 60 mg or 240 mg tabletsDRUGOral, 240 mg once daily, continuous
Darolutamide (Nubeqa®) 300 mg tabletsDRUGOral, 600 mg twice daily, continuous
Enzalutamide (Xtandi®) 40 mg capsules or 40 mg and 80 mg tabletsDRUGOral, 160 mg once daily, continuous
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Eligibility Criteria

Age Range18 Years to N/A
SexMALE
Healthy VolunteersNo
Study Sites27

Inclusion Criteria: * Patients with metastatic prostate cancer * Must have undergone bilateral orchiectomy or be willing to continue GnRH analogue or antagonist to maintain castrate levels of testosterone * Prior therapies: Part I (single agent ORIC-944 dose escalation): Any number of prior therap...

Countries:United StatesAustraliaSpainUnited Kingdom
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Competitive Landscape -Prostate Cancer 254 trials (matched to "Metastatic Prostate Cancer")

Recent Changes (Last 90 Days)

MEDIUMJul 9, 2026NCT05413421Enrollment: 250 → 275
MEDIUMJul 9, 2026NCT05413421Enrollment: 250 → 275
LOWMay 26, 2026NCT05413421primaryCompletionDate: changed
LOWMay 24, 2026NCT05413421studyFirstPostDate: changed

Frequently asked questions about ORIC-944

What is ORIC-944 used for in metastatic prostate cancer?

ORIC-944 is an investigational small molecule being studied for the treatment of metastatic prostate cancer. It is currently in Phase 1 clinical development, and the ongoing trial is evaluating its safety and efficacy in patients with this condition.

What does ORIC-944 target?

ORIC-944 targets EED, a component of the PRC2 complex. By inhibiting EED, the drug aims to modulate PRC2 activity, which is relevant in cancer biology. This mechanism is being investigated in the context of metastatic prostate cancer.

Who is developing ORIC-944?

ORIC-944 is being developed by Oric Pharmaceuticals, Inc., a biopharmaceutical company traded on the stock exchange under the ticker symbol ORIC. The company is conducting clinical trials to evaluate the drug's potential in treating metastatic prostate cancer.

What phase is ORIC-944 in?

ORIC-944 is in Phase 1 clinical development. It is an investigational drug, meaning it has not yet been approved by regulatory authorities. The ongoing Phase 1 trial is recruiting patients with metastatic prostate cancer to assess the drug's safety and preliminary efficacy.

What clinical trials is ORIC-944 in?

ORIC-944 is being studied in a Phase 1 clinical trial with the identifier NCT05413421, titled 'Study of ORIC-944 in Patients With Metastatic Prostate Cancer.' This trial is currently recruiting participants and has an estimated enrollment of 275 patients across the United States, Australia, Spain, and the United Kingdom.

Is ORIC-944 the same as any other drug?

ORIC-944 is a distinct investigational compound developed by Oric Pharmaceuticals. No alternative names for this drug have been disclosed in the available information. It is being studied specifically for its potential role in treating metastatic prostate cancer.