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ABC294640

Phase 2

Cholangiocarcinoma | Small molecule | Oncology |Redhill Biopharma Ltd.|Trials Updated: Jul 31, 2025

ABC294640 development status

Highest phase Phase 2
Registered trials 8 across 2 sponsors since Sep 2014

ABC294640 target and mechanism

Molecular targetSPHK2
Target classInhibitor
ModalitySmall molecule

Also known as yeliva, opaganib

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Trial Design

UNCONTROLLED
Total Trials3
Total Enrollment582

FDA Designations

No designations recorded

ABC294640 clinical trials

ABC294640 · 3 trials · 8 indications

Phase 2 3
NCT04467840Opaganib, a Sphingosine Kinase-2 (SK2) Inhibitor in COVID-19 PneumoniaCOVID-19
COMPLETED475 Analytics
NCT04414618A Study of Opaganib in Coronavirus Disease 2019 PneumoniaCoronavirus Infections
COMPLETED42 Analytics
NCT03377179A Study of ABC294640 Alone and in Combination With HCQ Sulfate in the Treatment of Advanced CholangiocarcinomaCholangiocarcinoma
COMPLETED65 Analytics
PHASE2COMPLETED
Opaganib, a Sphingosine Kinase-2 (SK2) Inhibitor in COVID-19 Pneumonia
COVID-19Unlock trial analytics
PHASE2COMPLETED
A Study of Opaganib in Coronavirus Disease 2019 Pneumonia
Coronavirus InfectionsUnlock trial analytics
PHASE2COMPLETED
A Study of ABC294640 Alone and in Combination With HCQ Sulfate in the Treatment of Advanced Cholangiocarcinoma
CholangiocarcinomaUnlock trial analytics

Study Endpoints

Primary Endpoints

Supplemental Oxygen Requirement
14 days maintained up to 42 days

To compare the proportion of patients no longer requiring supplemental oxygen for at least 24 hours by Day 14 between subjects taking opaganib and those on placebo.

Measurement of the Change in Oxygen Requirement From Baseline
14 days

Maximal oxygen flow (L/min) was recorded daily for the 14 days of treatment for each participant. Participant individual area under the curve (AUC) was calculated based on the trapezoidal rule, after subtracting the baseline oxygen requirement at each day. The median AUC absolute change from baseline (L/min) for each treatment arm is presented.

Part1 - Determine Response Rate
At least 4 months

To determine the response rate (RR) of CCA defined as objective responses (OR), i.e. complete and partial responses (CR, PR) plus stable disease (SD) of at least 4 months to treatment with ABC294640.

Part 2 - Determine the Durable Disease Control Rate
At least 4 months

To determine the Durable Disease Control Rate (DDCR) of CCA defined as Disease Control Rate (DCR) of at least 4 months duration to treatment with ABC294640 and HCQ

Secondary Endpoints

Percentage of Subjects With ≥ 2 Category Improvement on the World Health Organization (WHO) Ordinal Scale for Clinical Improvement by Day 14 Maintained to Day 42
14 days maintained up to 42 days
Number of Subjects With Improvement to a Score of 3 or Less on the WHO Ordinal Scale for Clinical Improvement With a Scale Ranging From 8 Down to 0
14 days maintained up to 42 days
Number of Participants With Low Oxygen Flow Via Nasal Cannula
14 days maintained up to 42 days
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Study Design & Arms

AllocationRANDOMIZED
MaskingQUADRUPLE
ModelPARALLEL
PurposeTREATMENT

Treatment Arms

ArmTypeDescription
OpaganibEXPERIMENTALIn addition to standard of care, opaganib will be administered orally with 2 x 250 mg capsules (500 mg) every 12 hours. When required this may be made into a suspension form and may be administered by nasogastric tube.
PlaceboPLACEBO_COMPARATORIn addition to standard of care, a matching placebo will be administered orally with 2 x 250 mg capsules (500 mg) every 12 hours. Where required this may be made into a suspension form and may be administered by nasogastric tube.
ABC294640 +/- HCQ treatmentEXPERIMENTALPart 1: All participants will be receiving ABC294640, 500 mg twice a day (BID), continuously in 28 day cycles Part 2: All participants will be receiving ABC294640, 500 mg twice a day (BID) and HCQ at a determined level, continuously in 28 day cycles

Interventions

NameTypeDescription
OpaganibDRUGStudy participants will receive either opaganib 2 x 250 mg capsules (500 mg) every 12 hours, or matching placebo, in addition to standard of care (pharmacological as defined above and/or supportive) at any given institution. Study drug will be administered every day for 14 days (Day 1 to Day 14).
PlaceboDRUGStudy participants will receive either opaganib 2 x 250 mg capsules (500 mg) every 12 hours, or matching placebo, in addition to standard of care (pharmacological as defined above and/or supportive) at any given institution. Study drug will be administered every day for 14 days (Day 1 to Day 14).
ABC294640DRUGTwo 250 mg capsules of ABC294640 will be taken twice daily
Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate 200 MGDRUGHCQ tablets will be taken at a dose that will be determined
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Eligibility Criteria

Age Range18 Years to 80 Years
SexALL
Healthy VolunteersNo
Study Sites57

Inclusion Criteria: 1. Adult male or female ≥18 to ≤80 years of age 2. Proven COVID-19 infection per RT-PCR assay of a pharyngeal sample (nasopharyngeal or oropharyngeal) AND pneumonia defined as radiographic opacities on chest X-ray or CT scan. that diagnosed COVID-19 pneumonia. Pharyngeal samples...

Countries:United StatesBrazilColombiaIsraelItalyMexicoPeruPolandRussiaUnited Kingdom
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Frequently asked questions about ABC294640

What is ABC294640 used for?

ABC294640 is an investigational small molecule being studied for the treatment of cholangiocarcinoma, a cancer of the bile ducts. It has been evaluated in advanced cholangiocarcinoma, including non-resectable, perihilar, extrahepatic, and intrahepatic forms of the disease. It is not approved and remains in clinical development.

What does ABC294640 target?

ABC294640 targets sphingosine kinase 2, or SPHK2, and acts as an inhibitor of that enzyme. SPHK2 is the molecular target of the drug. By inhibiting SPHK2, ABC294640 is designed to interfere with sphingolipid signaling pathways relevant to cancer cell survival and proliferation in cholangiocarcinoma.

Who is developing ABC294640?

ABC294640 is being developed by Redhill Biopharma Ltd., which trades under the ticker RDHL. The company is the sponsor of the clinical program evaluating the drug in cholangiocarcinoma. Redhill Biopharma is the developer associated with this asset.

What phase is ABC294640 in?

ABC294640 is in Phase 2 clinical development. It is an investigational drug and has not been approved by the FDA. The Phase 2 program has evaluated the drug in patients with advanced cholangiocarcinoma. Development stage information reflects a Phase 2 trial that has been completed.

What clinical trials is ABC294640 in?

ABC294640 has been studied in the Phase 2 trial NCT03377179, titled A Study of ABC294640 Alone and in Combination With HCQ Sulfate in the Treatment of Advanced Cholangiocarcinoma. That trial enrolled 65 participants in the United States and is completed. It was an uncontrolled study without randomization or double blinding.

Is ABC294640 biomarker selected?

No. The ABC294640 cholangiocarcinoma trial NCT03377179 did not use biomarker selection to enroll patients. Participants were enrolled based on their disease rather than a predefined molecular biomarker. The study enrolled 65 patients with advanced cholangiocarcinoma, including intrahepatic, extrahepatic, perihilar, and non-resectable forms.