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L-Boronophenylalanine administration

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Head and Neck Carcinoma | Small molecule | Oncology |cbdMD, Inc.|Last Updated: Jul 10, 2025

Target and mechanism

ModalitySmall molecule

Also known as L-Boronophenylalanine intravenous administration

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Trial Design

UNCONTROLLEDDMCBiomarker
Total Trials1
Total Enrollment10

FDA Designations

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Clinical trial landscape

L-Boronophenylalanine administration · 1 trial · 1 indication

Phase 1 1
NCT07058116Accelerator-based BNCT (Boron Neutron Capture Therapy) for Head and Neck Carcinoma.Head and Neck Carcinoma
RECRUITING10 Analytics
PHASE1RECRUITING
Accelerator-based BNCT (Boron Neutron Capture Therapy) for Head and Neck Carcinoma.
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Study Endpoints

Primary Endpoints

Incidence of Treatment-Emergent Adverse Events [Safety and Tolerability]
The expected duration to the primary outcome is 13 months. The primary safety endpoint is 1 month after the final/2nd BNCT trial treatment of the last study subject. Study subject enrollment is anticipated to take 12 months.

The primary objective is to assess the safety of accelerator-based neutron radiation using the nuBeam Suite, and explicitly, the nuBeam Treatment Delivery System (TDS) in delivering BNCT to treat cancer patients. Safety/toxicity of neutron radiation delivered by the nuBeam TDS will be assessed using the Common Terminology Criteria for Adverse Events (CTCAE) version 5.0 at one month after the last BNCT trial treatment.

Secondary Endpoints

Trial Irradiation Success for the nuBeam TDS
The expected duration to the primary outcome is 13 months. The primary safety endpoint is 1 month after the final/2nd BNCT trial treatment of the last study subject. Study subject enrollment is anticipated to take 12 months.
Procedure success of the nuBeam Suite
The expected duration to the primary outcome is 13 months. The primary safety endpoint is 1 month after the final/2nd BNCT trial treatment of the last study subject. Study subject enrollment is anticipated to take 12 months.
Treatment effectiveness
The expected duration to the primary outcome is 13 months. The primary safety endpoint is 1 month after the final/2nd BNCT trial treatment of the last study subject. Study subject enrollment is anticipated to take 12 months.
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Study Design & Arms

AllocationNA
MaskingNONE
ModelSINGLE_GROUP
PurposeTREATMENT

Treatment Arms

ArmTypeDescription
Single group - Dose escalation studyEXPERIMENTALTwo BNCT trial treatments are scheduled to be administered to each study subject with a 4-week time interval between the 2 trial treatments (a range from 3.0 to 6.0 weeks is allowed for the interval). Neutron irradiations are given at the Helsinki University Hospital BNCT facility (Helsinki, Finland) using the nuBeam Suite. The nuBeam Treatment Delivery System within the nuBeam Suite delivers a neutron beam that has suitable energy and flux for clinical BNCT. The Instructions for Use/User Guide(s) containing the detailed instructions for using the system will be followed for the delivery of neutron irradiation for each BNCT trial treatment. The basic steps for the irradiation procedure are: 1. Neutron source preparation/calibration 2. CT imaging of the target region 3. Positioning of the study subject 4. Irradiation to the planned trial treatment dose 5. Close-out/Shutdown Each BNCT trial treatment will be carried out according to the trial treatment plan.

Interventions

NameTypeDescription
L-Boronophenylalanine intravenous administrationDRUGL-BPA will be complexed with fructose to form L-BPA-fructose (L-BPA-F) to increase solubility, and 400 mg/kg of L-BFA as complexed with fructose (L-BPA-F) will then be administered intravenously at a concentration of L-BPA 30 g/L over 2 hours before neutron irradiation.
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Eligibility Criteria

Age Range18 Years to N/A
SexALL
Healthy VolunteersNo
Study Sites1

Inclusion Criteria: 1. The patient considered for the study has provided a written informed consent as approved by the EC prior to study specific screening procedures, with the understanding that the patient has the right to withdraw from the study at any time, without prejudice. 2. ≥ 18 years of a...

Countries:Finland
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Competitive Landscape -Cholangiocarcinoma 58 trials (matched to "Head and Neck Carcinoma")

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Frequently asked questions about L-Boronophenylalanine administration

What is L-Boronophenylalanine used for?

L-Boronophenylalanine is an investigational small molecule being studied for the treatment of Head and Neck Carcinoma. It is administered intravenously and is being evaluated in a Phase 1 clinical trial for this oncology indication.

What does L-Boronophenylalanine target?

L-Boronophenylalanine is used in Boron Neutron Capture Therapy (BNCT), a treatment approach for Head and Neck Carcinoma. The drug delivers boron to tumor cells, which are then irradiated with neutrons to destroy the cancer cells.

Who makes L-Boronophenylalanine?

L-Boronophenylalanine is being developed by cbdMD, Inc., a company traded under the ticker YCBD. The drug is currently in Phase 1 clinical development for Head and Neck Carcinoma.

What phase is L-Boronophenylalanine in?

L-Boronophenylalanine is in Phase 1 clinical development. It is an investigational drug and has not been approved by regulatory authorities. The ongoing Phase 1 trial is actively recruiting participants.

What clinical trials is L-Boronophenylalanine in?

L-Boronophenylalanine is being studied in one active Phase 1 trial, NCT07058116, titled 'Accelerator-based BNCT (Boron Neutron Capture Therapy) for Head and Neck Carcinoma.' This trial is recruiting 10 participants in Finland and is open to adults aged 18 and older.

Is L-Boronophenylalanine the same as L-Boronophenylalanine intravenous administration?

Yes, L-Boronophenylalanine is also known as L-Boronophenylalanine intravenous administration. Both names refer to the same investigational drug being developed for Head and Neck Carcinoma.