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Tarceva

Phase 3

Lung Cancer | Small molecule | Oncology |Roche Holding AG|Last Updated: Mar 4, 2014

Target and mechanism

Molecular targetEGFR
Target classInhibitor
ModalitySmall molecule
ChEMBLCHEMBL553

Also known as Erlotinib

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Trial Design

RandomizedDouble-BlindUNCONTROLLED
Total Trials2
Total Enrollment5,000

FDA Designations

No designations recorded

Clinical trial landscape

Tarceva · 2 trials · 2 indications

Phase 3 2
NCT00091663A Study to Evaluate Tarceva in Patients With Advanced Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC)Lung Cancer
COMPLETED5,000 Analytics
NCT00047736A Study With Tarceva and Chemotherapy vs. Chemotherapy Alone in Patients With Advanced Lung CancerLung Cancer
COMPLETED- Analytics
PHASE3COMPLETED
A Study to Evaluate Tarceva in Patients With Advanced Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC)
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PHASE3COMPLETED
A Study With Tarceva and Chemotherapy vs. Chemotherapy Alone in Patients With Advanced Lung Cancer
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Study Design & Arms

PurposeTREATMENT

Interventions

NameTypeDescription
Tarceva (erlotinib HCl)DRUG -
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Eligibility Criteria

Age Range18 Years to N/A
SexALL
Healthy VolunteersNo
Study Sites92

Inclusion Criteria: * Written (signed) informed consent(s) * Inoperable and incurable, locally advanced, recurrent or metastatic NSCLC * Relapse following standard chemotherapy (combination chemotherapy such as two-drug combination chemotherapy, or a single-agent chemotherapy agent for elderly or p...

Countries:United States
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Competitive Landscape -Lung Cancer 281 trials

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Frequently asked questions about Tarceva

What is Tarceva used for in lung cancer?

Tarceva is used for the treatment of lung cancer, specifically advanced non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). It is a small molecule oncology drug that has been studied in Phase 3 clinical trials for this indication.

What does Tarceva target?

Tarceva targets kinases, as it belongs to the -tinib class of kinase inhibitors. It works by inhibiting specific kinase enzymes involved in cancer cell growth and proliferation.

Who makes Tarceva?

Tarceva is developed by Roche Holding AG, a biopharmaceutical company. The company's stock is traded under the ticker symbol RHHBY.

What phase is Tarceva in?

Tarceva is in Phase 3 clinical development for lung cancer. It has completed two Phase 3 trials, with no active trials currently ongoing.

What clinical trials is Tarceva in?

Tarceva has been studied in two completed Phase 3 trials. NCT00047736 evaluated Tarceva with chemotherapy versus chemotherapy alone in advanced lung cancer. NCT00091663 evaluated Tarceva in advanced non-small cell lung cancer, enrolling 5000 patients.

Is Tarceva the same as Erlotinib?

Yes, Tarceva is also known as Erlotinib. Both names refer to the same drug, which is being developed by Roche Holding AG for the treatment of lung cancer.