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Immutep s Efti Shows Excellent Survival Data from INSIGHT-003 Trial in Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer Mature data in patients with a minimum follow-up of 22 months (N=21) shows excellent results, well above historical contro

Key Takeaway: Immutep Limited has announced positive results from the INSIGHT-003 Phase I trial, highlighting the efficacy of its immunotherapy, efti, in combination with KEYTRUDA and chemotherapy for treating metastatic non-squamous non-small cell lung cancer. The trial, which followed up on 21 patients for a minimum of 22 months, reported a median overall survival of 32.9 months and a 24-month overall survival rate of 81.0%. Remarkably, the data suggests that efti may enhance the treatment outcomes for patients with low PD-L1 expression, a group typically less responsive to existing therapies. Immutep is optimistic about advancing to the upcoming TACTI-004 study.

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  • Median Overall Survival (OS) of 32.9 months demonstrates significant improvement.
  • 81.0% 24-month Overall Survival (OS) rate is notably high.
  • The trial shows positive data for patients with low PD-L1 expression.
  • Favourable safety profile with no new safety signals reported.

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Immutep s Efti Shows Excellent Survival Data
from INSIGHT-003 Trial in Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA November 14, 2024 Immutep Limited (ASX: IMM; NASDAQ: IMMP) ( Immutep or the
Company ), a clinical-stage biotechnology company developing novel LAG-3 immunotherapies for cancer and autoimmune disease, today announces positive data from the investigator-initiated INSIGHT-003 Phase I trial evaluating eftilagimod alpha (efti) in combination with KEYTRUDA (pembrolizumab) and chemotherapy for first-line treatment of
metastatic non-squamous non-small cell lung cancer (1L NSCLC) patients.
Prof. Dr. Salah-Eddin Al-Batran of the Frankfurt Institute of Clinical Cancer Research (IKF) and project lead stated,
The strength of these mature survival results coupled with a favourable safety profile in first-line treatment of patients with non-squamous NSCLC, the vast majority of whom have negative or low PD-L1 expression, is very encouraging. This promising data in INSIGHT-003 suggests a complementary effect from the addition of efti, a unique MHC Class II agonist, to the
standard-of-care combination of pembrolizumab and chemotherapy which has revolutionised the treatment landscape in lung cancer. The IKF will also support and is looking
forward to participating in the upcoming TACTI-004 study, which has PFS and OS as dual primary endpoints.
Key Results - Data cutoff - 15 October 2024
data from the triple combination therapy in patients irrespective of PD-L1 expression with a minimum follow-up of 22 months (N=21) at data cut-off shows:
INSIGHT-003 Results
Median Overall Survival (OS) 32.9 months
Median Progression-Free Survival (PFS) 12.7 months
24-month Overall Survival (OS) 81.0%
These results compare favourably to the 22.0-month median OS, 9.0-month median PFS, and 24-month OS rate of 45.5% from a registrational trial of anti-PD-1
and doublet chemotherapy in non-squamous 1L NSCLC regardless of PD-L1 expression.1 Notably, ~19% of the 21 patients
in INSIGHT-003 with mature survival data have high PD-L1 expression, who typically respond better to
anti-PD-1 therapy, versus ~32% in the registrational trial of anti-PD-1 and doublet
Marc Voigt, CEO of Immutep, stated, The overall survival and progression-free survival data from
this mature cohort of patients in INSIGHT-003 with nearly a 2-year minimum follow-up exceeds our expectations. We are encouraged
to see efti build upon the historical clinical outcomes from the most widely used immunotherapy-chemo combination today. Additionally, the early evaluations in the expansion cohort of 19 patients, who all have low or negative PD-L1 expression, are tracking well and we look forward to additional data updates from the INSIGHT-003 trial in 2025 and beyond. Our focus on potentially driving a new
standard of care globally in first line treatment of NSCLC is boosted by these results and we are well advanced in our preparations to initiate the TACTI-004 Phase III trial.
Data from all evaluable patients to date (N=40) demonstrates significant improvement of Overall Response Rate (ORR) according to RECIST 1.1 across all levels
of PD-L1 expression compared to historical control2:
In this all-comer PD-L1 trial, the 55.0%
ORR and 87.5% Disease Control Rate (DCR) are from the following breakdown of patients by PD-L1 expression: TPS >50% (N=4), TPS 1-49% (N=17), and TPS <1%
(N=19). As compared to the general 1L NSCLC patient population of which each of these PD-L1 levels represents roughly one-third,
INSIGHT-003 is biased towards low and negative PD-L1 (TPS <50%) patients who are typically less responsive to anti-PD-1 therapy.
In these patients with low and negative PD-L1
expression (36 of 40 patients), the triple combination achieved a 52.8% ORR and 86.1% DCR. Of note, all 19 patients in the expansion cohort have TPS <50% and several with stable disease have potential to become responders.
Safety continues to be favourable for efti in
combination with pembrolizumab and chemotherapy, with no new safety signals.
INSIGHT-003, a multi-centre study led by the Frankfurt Institute of Clinical Cancer Research IKF, is nearing completion
of patient enrolment. Additional data updates from this trial are expected in 2025 and beyond.
INSIGHT-003 is an investigator-initiated, multi-centre
study led by the Frankfurt Institute of Clinical Cancer Research (IKF). It is being run as the third arm (Stratum C) of the ongoing Phase I INSIGHT trial with Prof. Dr. Salah-Eddin Al-Batran as lead investigator. The study is
evaluating a triple combination therapy in front line non-small cell lung cancer patients consisting of efti administered subcutaneously in conjunction with an existing approved
standard-of-care combination of anti-PD-1 therapy (pembrolizumab) and doublet
chemotherapy (carboplatin and pemetrexed) delivered intravenously. The trial will assess the safety, tolerability, and initial efficacy of the combination.
Immutep is a clinical-stage biotechnology company developing novel LAG-3 immunotherapy for cancer and autoimmune
disease. We are pioneers in the understanding and advancement of therapeutics related to Lymphocyte Activation Gene-3 (LAG-3), and our diversified product portfolio
harnesses its unique ability to stimulate or suppress the immune response. Immutep is dedicated to leveraging its expertise to bring innovative treatment options to patients in need and to maximise value for shareholders. For more information,
please visit www.immutep.com.
Australian Investors/Media:
Catherine Strong, Sodali & Co.
Chris Basta, VP, Investor Relations and Corporate Communications
+1 (631) 318 4000; chris.basta@immutep.com
Shirish Gadgeel et al., Updated Analysis From KEYNOTE-189: Pembrolizumab or Placebo Plus Pemetrexed and Platinum for Previously Untreated Metastatic Nonsquamous Non Small-Cell Lung Cancer. JCO 38,
DOI:10.1200/JCO.19.03136
KEYTRUDA is a registered trademark of Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, a subsidiary of
Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA.
This announcement was authorised for release by the Board of Immutep Limited.
Immutep Limited, Level 32, Australia Square, 264 George Street, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the INSIGHT-003 trial about?

INSIGHT-003 evaluates eftilagimod alpha combined with KEYTRUDA and chemotherapy in non-small cell lung cancer.

What were the median survival rates in INSIGHT-003?

The trial reported a median overall survival of 32.9 months and median progression-free survival of 12.7 months.

Who led the INSIGHT-003 trial?

The trial was led by Prof. Dr. Salah-Eddin Al-Batran from the Frankfurt Institute of Clinical Cancer Research.

How effective was the triple combination therapy?

The therapy achieved a 55.0% overall response rate and an 87.5% disease control rate in the trial.

What is the safety profile of efti?

Efti in combination with pembrolizumab and chemotherapy showed a favourable safety profile with no new safety signals.

Last updated: Nov 14, 2024