~7 spots leftby Apr 2026

Elimusertib for Solid Cancers

Recruiting in Palo Alto (17 mi)
+28 other locations
MV
Overseen byMichael V Ortiz
Age: < 65
Sex: Any
Travel: May Be Covered
Time Reimbursement: Varies
Trial Phase: Phase 1 & 2
Waitlist Available
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI)
No Placebo Group

Trial Summary

What is the purpose of this trial?

This trial tests elimusertib, a pill that blocks enzymes needed for cancer cell growth, in children and young adults with difficult-to-treat cancers. The drug aims to stop cancer cells from repairing and growing.

Research Team

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Michael V Ortiz

Principal Investigator

Pediatric Early Phase Clinical Trial Network

Eligibility Criteria

This trial is for young patients (up to 30 years old) with solid tumors or lymphoma that have returned or are treatment-resistant. They must be able to swallow pills, not currently on other cancer treatments or strong CYP3A4 drugs, and can't have active brain metastases or uncontrolled infections.

Inclusion Criteria

I have a solid tumor or lymphoma diagnosis, not originating in the brain.
My cancer has come back or didn't respond to treatment, and was confirmed by a biopsy.
I can take care of myself but may not be able to do heavy physical work.
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Exclusion Criteria

Patients currently receiving another investigational drug
Patients currently receiving other anti-cancer agents
Patients who may not be able to comply with the safety monitoring requirements of the study
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Treatment Details

Interventions

  • Elimusertib (Protein Kinase Inhibitor)
Trial OverviewThe trial is testing Elimusertib's safety and optimal dosage in treating relapsed/refractory solid tumors. It aims to see if it can halt tumor growth by blocking enzymes needed for cell proliferation.
Participant Groups
1Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Group I: Treatment (elimusertib)Experimental Treatment1 Intervention
Patients receive elimusertib PO BID on days 1-3, 8-10, 15-17, and 22-24 of each cycle. Treatment repeats every 28 days for 26 cycles in the absence of disease progression or unacceptable toxicity.

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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?

National Cancer Institute (NCI)

Lead Sponsor

Trials
14,080
Recruited
41,180,000+
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Dr. Douglas R. Lowy

National Cancer Institute (NCI)

Chief Executive Officer since 2023

MD from New York University School of Medicine

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Dr. Monica Bertagnolli

National Cancer Institute (NCI)

Chief Medical Officer since 2022

MD from Harvard Medical School