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Larotaxel

Phase 3

Pancreatic Neoplasms | Small molecule | Oncology |Sanofi|Last Updated: Jun 3, 2016

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Trial Design

RandomizedACTIVE_CONTROLLEDDMC
Total Trials1
Total Enrollment408

FDA Designations

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Clinical trial landscape

Larotaxel · 7 trials · 8 indications

Phase 3 3Phase 2 3Phase 1 1
NCT00625664Larotaxel + Cisplatin Versus Gemcitabine + Cisplatin in First Line Treatment of Locally Advanced/Metastatic Urothelial Tract or Bladder CancerUrinary Bladder Neoplasms
COMPLETED337 Analytics
NCT00417209Larotaxel Compared To Continuous Administration of 5-FU in Advanced Pancreatic Cancer Patients Previously Treated With A Gemcitabine-Containing RegimenPancreatic Neoplasms
COMPLETED408 Analytics
NCT00081796Breast Cancer Trial of RPR109881 Versus Capecitabine in Male or Female Patients With Advanced Breast CancerBreast Cancer
COMPLETED438 Analytics
PHASE3COMPLETED
Larotaxel + Cisplatin Versus Gemcitabine + Cisplatin in First Line Treatment of Locally Advanced/Metastatic Urothelial Tract or Bladder Cancer
Urinary Bladder NeoplasmsUnlock trial analytics
PHASE3COMPLETED
Larotaxel Compared To Continuous Administration of 5-FU in Advanced Pancreatic Cancer Patients Previously Treated With A Gemcitabine-Containing Regimen
Pancreatic NeoplasmsUnlock trial analytics
PHASE3COMPLETED
Breast Cancer Trial of RPR109881 Versus Capecitabine in Male or Female Patients With Advanced Breast Cancer
Breast CancerUnlock trial analytics

Study Endpoints

Primary Endpoints

Overall survival defined as the time interval from the date of randomization to the date of death due to any cause
study period
overall survival (OS) defined as the time interval from the date of randomization to the date of death due to any cause
study period
Time to tumor progression.
Pathological response will be assessed according to Chevallier criteria for patients who underwent surgery.
treatment period
Tumor response measured
every 2 cycles during treatment phase
Response rate (best overall response under treatment)
study period
Safety, tolerability, and maximum tolerated dose (MTD) of XRP9881 when given in combination with capecitabine
study period

Secondary Endpoints

Radiological tumor assessments (CT/MRI)
at screening, every 8 weeks during treatment, at end of treatment, and in follow-up until documented disease progression
Adverse Events, laboratory assessments, vital signs, Physical Examinations, and ECOG Performance Status
at screening and every cycle
Progression free survival (PFS); Overall Response Rate (proportion of patients with confirmed RECIST-defined complete response (CR) or partial response (PR); clinical benefit based on the measurement of tumor related symptoms;
study period
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Study Design & Arms

AllocationRANDOMIZED
MaskingNONE
ModelPARALLEL
PurposeTREATMENT

Treatment Arms

ArmTypeDescription
1EXPERIMENTAL -
2ACTIVE_COMPARATOR -
Larotaxel (XRP9881)EXPERIMENTAL -
5-Fluorouracil or capecitabineACTIVE_COMPARATOREach Investigator must choose either IV 5-FU or oral capecitabine regimen before the first participant begins the study and has to consistently use the chosen regimen throughout the study for all participants treated at her/his site.
Arm A1EXPERIMENTALCohort 1: Her2-ve breast cancer
Arm B1ACTIVE_COMPARATORCohort 1: Her2-ve breast cancer
Arm A2EXPERIMENTALCohort 2: Her2+ve breast cancer
Arm B2ACTIVE_COMPARATORCohort 2: Her2+ve breast cancer
Larotaxel + TrastuzumabEXPERIMENTAL -
larotaxel + CapecitabineEXPERIMENTAL -

Interventions

NameTypeDescription
larotaxel (XRP9881)DRUGadministered on day 1 as a 1-hour infusion
gemcitabineDRUGadministered on day 1, 8 and 15 as a 30-minute infusion
cisplatinDRUG1 hour infusion administered on day 1, 30 minutes after the other treatment
5-FluorouracilDRUGadministered as IV infusion from Day 1 to Day 4
CapecitabineDRUGadministered orally from Day 1 to Day 14 q3w
larotaxel (RPR109881, XRP9881)DRUG -
docetaxelDRUGintravenous administration
trastuzumabDRUGintravenous administration
larotaxelDRUGIV infusion on Day 1 of a 21-day cycle
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Eligibility Criteria

Age Range18 Years to N/A
SexALL
Healthy VolunteersNo
Study Sites160

Inclusion Criteria: * Patients with histology/cytology confirmed Transitional Cell Carcinoma (TCC) with locally advanced (T4b) or metastatic urothelial tract or bladder cancer * ECOG Performance Status 0 or 1 * No prior palliative chemotherapy Exclusion Criteria: * (Neo)Adjuvant chemotherapy if \...

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Frequently asked questions about Larotaxel

What is Larotaxel used for?

Larotaxel is an investigational small molecule oncology drug being studied for breast cancer, including advanced and metastatic breast cancer, as well as pancreatic neoplasms and urinary bladder neoplasms. It has been evaluated in clinical trials for these indications, though it remains in clinical development and is not approved.

What does Larotaxel target?

Larotaxel is a taxane, a class of chemotherapy agents that work by stabilizing microtubules and disrupting cell division. It is being studied in combination with other agents such as capecitabine and trastuzumab for the treatment of breast cancer and other solid tumors.

Who makes Larotaxel?

Larotaxel is being developed by Sanofi, a multinational pharmaceutical company listed on the stock exchange under the ticker SNY. Sanofi has sponsored clinical trials of Larotaxel in various oncology indications.

What phase is Larotaxel in?

Larotaxel has completed Phase 3 clinical trials, including a study in urothelial tract or bladder cancer. However, it is still considered investigational and has not been approved by regulatory authorities. Earlier Phase 1 and Phase 2 trials have also been completed.

What clinical trials is Larotaxel in?

Larotaxel has been studied in several completed trials, including NCT00327743 (Phase 1, with capecitabine in metastatic breast cancer), NCT00386685 (Phase 2, with trastuzumab in metastatic breast cancer), NCT00485979 (Phase 2, with or without trastuzumab in breast cancer), and NCT00625664 (Phase 3, with cisplatin in bladder cancer).

Is Larotaxel the same as XRP9881?

Yes, Larotaxel is also known as XRP9881. In clinical trial NCT00386685, the drug is referred to as XRP9881 in combination with trastuzumab for metastatic breast cancer. This alternative name may appear in research literature and trial registries.