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MEHD7945A

Phase 2

Colorectal Cancer | Small molecule | Oncology |Roche Holding AG|Trials Updated: May 1, 2018

MEHD7945A development status

Highest phase Phase 2
Registered trials 5 across 1 sponsor since Sep 2010

MEHD7945A target and mechanism

ModalitySmall molecule

Also known as Duligotuzumab

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Trial Design

RandomizedACTIVE_CONTROLLEDBiomarker
Total Trials4
Total Enrollment347

FDA Designations

No designations recorded

MEHD7945A clinical trials

MEHD7945A · 4 trials · 3 indications

Phase 2 2Phase 1 2
NCT01652482Safety and Efficacy Study of MEHD7945A + FOLFIRI Versus Cetuximab + FOLFIRI as Second Line Therapy in Participants With KRAS Wild-Type Metastatic Colorectal Cancer (mCRC)Colorectal Cancer
COMPLETED135 Analytics
NCT01577173A Study of MEHD7945A Versus Cetuximab in Patients With Recurrent/Metastatic Squamous Cell Carcinoma of The Head And NeckHead and Neck Cancer
COMPLETED122 Analytics
PHASE2COMPLETED
Safety and Efficacy Study of MEHD7945A + FOLFIRI Versus Cetuximab + FOLFIRI as Second Line Therapy in Participants With KRAS Wild-Type Metastatic Colorectal Cancer (mCRC)
Colorectal CancerUnlock trial analytics
PHASE2COMPLETED
A Study of MEHD7945A Versus Cetuximab in Patients With Recurrent/Metastatic Squamous Cell Carcinoma of The Head And Neck
Head and Neck CancerUnlock trial analytics

Study Endpoints

Primary Endpoints

Progression-free Survival (PFS) According to Modified RECIST v1.1 Criteria
approximately 2 year
Progression-free survival (tumor assessments according to RECIST criteria)
approximately 24 months
Percentage of Participants With DLTs
Cycle 1 Day 1 through Cycle 1 Day 21 (Cycle length = 3 weeks)
Percentage of Participants with Adverse Events
From Baseline until 45 days after last dose of study drug or until initiation of another anti-cancer therapy, withdrawal or lost to follow-up, whichever occurs first (up to approximately 3 years)
Percentage of Participants With Dose-Limiting Toxicities (DLTs) of MEHD7945A
Days 1-28
Maximum Tolerated Dose (MTD) of MEHD7945A
Days 1-28
Percentage of Participants With Anti-MEHD7945A Antibodies
Baseline up to approximately 6.75 years (assessed at predose [0 to 4 hours {Hr}] on Day 1 [D1] of Cycles [Cy] 1, 2, 4 [1 Cycle: 14 days], at the study completion/early termination (ET) visit [up to approximately 6.75 years])

Secondary Endpoints

Plasma Concentration of 5-Fluorouracil
Pre-dose, 1 hour and after end of infusion on Day 1 Cycles 1-4
Plasma Concentration of Irinotecan
Pre-dose, 1 hour and after end of infusion on Day 1 Cycles 1-4
Number of Participants With Anti-MEHD7945A Antibodies
Pre-dose on Day 1 Cycles 1, 4, and 8; treatment completion visit (up to approximately 2 years)
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Study Design & Arms

AllocationRANDOMIZED
MaskingNONE
ModelPARALLEL
PurposeTREATMENT

Treatment Arms

ArmTypeDescription
FOLFIRI + CetuximabACTIVE_COMPARATOR -
FOLFIRI + MEHD7945AEXPERIMENTAL -
A: MEHD7945AEXPERIMENTAL -
B: CetuximabACTIVE_COMPARATOR -
A: MEHD7945A+ Cisplatin + 5-FUEXPERIMENTALParticipants with previously untreated R/M SCCHN will receive MEHD7945A 1650 milligrams (mg) intravenous (IV) infusion on Day 1 of each 21-day cycle until disease progression, unacceptable toxicity, or protocol violation. Cisplatin will be administered as 100 milligrams per square meter (mg/m\^2) IV infusion on Day 1 of Cycles 1 to 6. 5-FU will be administered as 1000 mg/m\^2/day administered as continuous infusion over Days 1-4 of Cycles 1 to 6.
B: MEHD7945A + Paclitaxel + CarboplatinEXPERIMENTALParticipants with previously untreated R/M SCCHN will receive MEHD7945A 1650 mg IV infusion on Day 1 of each 21-day cycle until disease progression, unacceptable toxicity, or protocol violation. Carboplatin will be administered at a dose to achieve an area under the curve (AUC) of 6 milligrams/milliliter/minute (mg/mL/min) as an IV infusion on Day 1 of Cycles 1 to 6. Paclitaxel will be administered as 200 mg/m\^2 IV infusion on Day 1 of Cycles 1 to 6.
Dose Escalation (MEHD7945A)EXPERIMENTALParticipants will receive intravenous (IV) infusion of MEHD7945A in escalating doses Q2W until MTD is reached or up to disease progression as determined by the investigator, intolerable toxicity, withdrawal of consent, or death, whichever occurs first. Approximately 5 dose levels between 1 and 30 mg/kg will be evaluated.
Dose Expansion (MEHD7945A)EXPERIMENTALParticipants will receive IV infusion of MEHD7945A Q2W at or below the MTD (decided from dose escalation part) up to disease progression as determined by the investigator, intolerable toxicity, withdrawal of consent, or death, whichever occurs first.

Interventions

NameTypeDescription
5-fluorouracilDRUGStandard 5-fluorouracil (5-FU) chemotherapy (400 milligram per square meter \[mg/m\^2\] administered as intravenous bolus and then 5-FU 2400 mg/m\^2 administered as continuous intravenous infusion over 46 +/- 2 hours) or according to local standard-of-care prescribing information's, every 2 weeks until documented disease progression or unacceptable toxicity.
CetuximabDRUGCetuximab 400 mg/m\^2 intravenous infusion as a loading dose on Day 1 Cycle 1, followed by 250 mg/m\^2 intravenous infusion weekly until documented disease progression or unacceptable toxicity.
IrinotecanDRUGStandard Irinotecan chemotherapy (180 milligram per square meter \[mg/m\^2\] administered as intravenous infusion over 60 +/- 30 minutes) or according to local standard-of-care prescribing information's, every 2 weeks until documented disease progression or unacceptable toxicity.
LeucovorinDRUGStandard Leucovorin chemotherapy (400 mg/m\^2 \[racemic form\] or 200 mg/m\^2 \[L-isomer form\] administered by intravenous infusion over 120 +/- 10 minutes) or according to local standard-of-care prescribing information's, every 2 weeks until documented disease progression or unacceptable toxicity.
MEHD7945ADRUGMEHD7945A 1100 milligram (mg) intravenous infusion every 2 weeks until documented disease progression or unacceptable toxicity.
5-FUDRUG5-FU will be administered as per schedule specified in the respective arm.
CarboplatinDRUGCarboplatin will be administered as per schedule specified in the respective arm.
CisplatinDRUGCisplatin will be administered as per schedule specified in the respective arm.
PaclitaxelDRUGPaclitaxel will be administered as per schedule specified in the respective arm.
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Eligibility Criteria

Age Range18 Years to N/A
SexALL
Healthy VolunteersNo
Study Sites65

Inclusion Criteria: * Histologically or cytologically confirmed adenocarcinoma of the colon and/or rectum, with KRAS wild-type status * Progressive disease on or after first-line oxaliplatin-containing regimen for mCRC; participants must have received oxaliplatin-containing chemotherapy for greater...

Countries:United StatesAustraliaBelgiumFranceGermanyItalyNew ZealandRomaniaSpainUnited KingdomBulgariaHungary
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Frequently asked questions about MEHD7945A

What is MEHD7945A used for?

MEHD7945A was studied in oncology for colorectal cancer, epithelial tumors, and head and neck cancer. Its clinical program focused on KRAS wild-type metastatic colorectal cancer and recurrent or metastatic squamous cell carcinoma of the head and neck. All reported trials are completed, and the drug remains investigational rather than approved.

Who is developing MEHD7945A?

MEHD7945A was developed by Roche Holding AG, which trades over the counter under the ticker RHHBY. Roche sponsored the clinical program evaluating the agent in colorectal cancer, epithelial tumors, and head and neck cancer.

What phase is MEHD7945A in?

MEHD7945A reached Phase 2 clinical development, with Phase 1 studies also conducted. It is investigational and has not been approved for any indication. The Phase 2 work covered KRAS wild-type metastatic colorectal cancer and recurrent or metastatic squamous cell carcinoma of the head and neck.

What clinical trials is MEHD7945A in?

Four completed trials are registered for MEHD7945A: NCT01911598 in recurrent or metastatic head and neck cancer, NCT01652482 in KRAS wild-type metastatic colorectal cancer, NCT01577173 in recurrent or metastatic head and neck cancer, and NCT01207323 in locally advanced or metastatic epithelial tumors. Total enrollment across these studies was 347 participants.

How does MEHD7945A work?

MEHD7945A is a small molecule studied in oncology, and its trials used biomarker selection, including KRAS wild-type status in the colorectal cancer study. The registered studies evaluated it both as monotherapy and in combination regimens, including FOLFIRI and platinum-based chemotherapy.

Is MEHD7945A FDA approved?

MEHD7945A is not approved and remains an investigational agent. Its clinical program consisted of completed Phase 1 and Phase 2 trials in colorectal cancer, epithelial tumors, and head and neck cancer, with no active trials currently listed.