scholarly journals A phase I/II study of rovalpituzumab tesirine in delta-like 3—expressing advanced solid tumors

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Aaron S. Mansfield ◽  
David S. Hong ◽  
Christine L. Hann ◽  
Anna F. Farago ◽  
Himisha Beltran ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Phase I ◽  
Solid Tumors ◽  
Medullary Thyroid Cancer ◽  
Large Cell ◽  
Antibody Drug Conjugate ◽  
Medullary Thyroid ◽  
Neuroendocrine Prostate Cancer ◽  
Grade 3 ◽  
Recommended Phase Ii Dose ◽  
Neuroendocrine Carcinomas

AbstractDelta-like protein 3 (DLL3) is highly expressed in solid tumors, including neuroendocrine carcinomas/neuroendocrine tumors (NEC/NET). Rovalpituzumab tesirine (Rova-T) is a DLL3-targeting antibody-drug conjugate. Patients with NECs and other advanced DLL3-expressing tumors were enrolled in this phase I/II study (NCT02709889). The primary endpoint was safety. Two hundred patients were enrolled: 101 with NEC/NET (large-cell NEC, gastroenteropancreatic NEC, neuroendocrine prostate cancer, and other NEC/NET) and 99 with other solid tumors (melanoma, medullary thyroid cancer [MTC], glioblastoma, and other). The recommended phase II dose (RP2D) was 0.3 mg/kg every 6 weeks (q6w) for two cycles. At the RP2D, grade 3/4 adverse events included anemia (17%), thrombocytopenia (15%), and elevated aspartate aminotransferase (8%). Responses were confirmed in 15/145 patients (10%) treated at 0.3 mg/kg, including 9/69 patients (13%) with NEC/NET. Rova-T at 0.3 mg/kg q6w had manageable toxicity, with antitumor activity observed in patients with NEC/NET, melanoma, MTC, and glioblastoma.

A phase I study of bevacizumab in children with refractory solid tumors: A Children’s Oncology Group study

2006 ◽  
Vol 24 (18_suppl) ◽  
pp. 9017-9017 ◽  
Author(s):  
J. L. Glade Bender ◽  
P. C. Adamson ◽  
S. Baruchel ◽  
Y. Shaked ◽  
H. X. Chen ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Phase I ◽  
Solid Tumors ◽  
Dose Escalation Study ◽  
Pediatric Solid Tumors ◽  
Humanized Monoclonal Antibody ◽  
Disease Stabilization ◽  
Clinical Models ◽  
Grade 3 ◽  
Recommended Phase Ii Dose ◽  
Dose Levels

9017 Background: Bevacizumab is a humanized monoclonal antibody targeting the vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF-A) that has demonstrated significant growth inhibition in several pre-clinical models of pediatric solid tumors. However, the agent has never been tested in pediatric patients. Methods: A phase I dose escalation study in children with refractory solid tumors was conducted to define the dose limiting toxicities (DLTs), and to determine the pharmacokinetics (PK) and recommended phase II dose of bevacizumab administered by IV infusion every 2 weeks in 28-day cycles. Cohorts were enrolled at dose levels of 5, 10, and 15 mg/kg; the final dose level was expanded to include at least 3 children <6 years of age. Serial blood samples were collected for PK, plasma VEGF concentration, and circulating mature and progenitor endothelial cells (CECs/CEPs). Results: 20 patients (10 male), median age 13 yrs (range 1–21), were enrolled at dose levels 5 (n=3), 10 (n=3), and 15 (n=14) mg/kg. 18 patients were fully evaluable for toxicity (one withdrew consent prior to treatment and the second was removed for rapid disease progression). A total of 67 cycles were administered with a median of 3 per patient (range 1–16). Treatment was well tolerated and no DLTs were observed. Only one grade 3 toxicity, lymphopenia, was attributed to drug. Non-dose limiting, grade 1–2 toxicities included infusional reaction (n=3), rash (n=3), mucositis (n=2), and proteinuria (n=3). There was no hypertension, hemorrhage or thrombosis reported. There were no partial or complete responses; 3 pts with Ewings and 2 pts with soft tissue sarcoma had disease stabilization for > 3 months. The serum exposure to bevacizumab as measured by AUC appeared to increase in proportion to dose. The median clearance of bevacizumab was 4.1 ml/day/kg (range 3.2–15.9), and the median T1/2 was 11.8 days (range 3.9–14.6). In some patients, a rapid rate of rise in plasma VEGF, increase in mature CECs or decrease in CEPs was observed. Conclusion: Bevacizumab at doses up to 15mg/kg every two weeks is well tolerated in children with solid tumors. No significant financial relationships to disclose.

A phase I study of bevacizumab (BV) plus ABT-510 in patients with advanced solid tumors

2007 ◽  
Vol 25 (18_suppl) ◽  
pp. 3541-3541 ◽  
Author(s):  
H. E. Uronis ◽  
J. Bendell ◽  
G. Blobe ◽  
M. Morse ◽  
D. Geier ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Phase I ◽  
Solid Tumors ◽  
Phase Ii ◽  
Single Agent ◽  
Hematological Toxicity ◽  
Synthetic Analog ◽  
Advanced Solid Tumors ◽  
Increased Risk ◽  
Grade 3 ◽  
Recommended Phase Ii Dose

3541 Background: BV is a potent inhibitor of vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) with broad clinical activity both alone and in combination. ABT-510 is a 9 amino acid synthetic analog of the N-terminal region of thrombospondin (TSP-1), an endogenous inhibitor of angiogenesis. ABT-510 exhibits anti-angiogenic effects in preclinical models and has been well-tolerated as a single agent in previous Phase I & 2 studies. As a combination anti-angiogenesis therapy, we evaluated BV + ABT-510 in a phase I biomarker study. Methods: In cohorts of 3–6 patients, BV and ABT-510 were evaluated. BV was dosed in mg/kg IV q2weeks and ABT-510 was given daily in mg SC BID; cycle length was 28 days. Dose levels were as follows: (1) BV 5/ ABT-510 50; (2) BV 10/ ABT-510 50; (3) BV 10/ ABT-510 100. At the recommended phase II dose, 20 patients are being enrolled for detailed biomarker studies. DLT was defined as any hematological toxicity = grade 4 or grade = 3 non- hematological event in Cycle 1 related to treatment, with the exception of grade 3 hypertension adequately controlled by medication. Eligible patients had advanced solid tumors, adequate organ and marrow function, and no co-morbidities suggesting increased risk for class-related toxicities. Dermal wound angiogenesis assays were analyzed for visualization as well as phospho-VEGFR2, TGFβ, phospho-AKT, and thrombospondin-1 and -2, both pre- and on-treatment. Plasma was assayed for multiple angiogenic factors. Results: 22 patients have been enrolled; 17 are currently evaluable for toxicity and 14 for efficacy. No DLT were seen in any cohort. Possible treatment related adverse events occurring in later cycles included: gr3 GI bleed (n=1) and gr3 headache (n=1). 7 patients had stable disease as best response (range 8- 64+ weeks); 2 remain on therapy, one at 64+ weeks and one at 24+ weeks. Conclusions: BV + ABT-510 is well-tolerated and has hints of activity in refractory tumors. The recommended phase II dose is BV 10mg/kg IV q14d and ABT-510 100mg SC BID. Updated clinical and biomarker data will be presented. No significant financial relationships to disclose.

scholarly journals Activity of XL184 (Cabozantinib), an Oral Tyrosine Kinase Inhibitor, in Patients With Medullary Thyroid Cancer

2011 ◽  
Vol 29 (19) ◽  
pp. 2660-2666 ◽  
Author(s):  
Razelle Kurzrock ◽  
Steven I. Sherman ◽  
Douglas W. Ball ◽  
Arlene A. Forastiere ◽  
Roger B. Cohen ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Thyroid Cancer ◽  
Partial Response ◽  
Phase I ◽  
Solid Tumors ◽  
Clinical Benefit ◽  
Medullary Thyroid Cancer ◽  
Phase Iii ◽  
End Points ◽  
Medullary Thyroid ◽  
Measurable Disease

PurposeXL184 (cabozantinib) is a potent inhibitor of MET, vascular endothelial growth factor receptor 2 (VEGFR2), and RET, with robust antiangiogenic, antitumor, and anti-invasive effects in preclinical models. Early observations of clinical benefit in a phase I study of cabozantinib, which included patients with medullary thyroid cancer (MTC), led to expansion of an MTC-enriched cohort, which is the focus of this article.Patients and MethodsA phase I dose-escalation study of oral cabozantinib was conducted in patients with advanced solid tumors. Primary end points included evaluation of safety, pharmacokinetics, and maximum-tolerated dose (MTD) determination. Additional end points included RECIST (Response Evaluation Criteria in Solid Tumors) response, pharmacodynamics, RET mutational status, and biomarker analyses.ResultsEighty-five patients were enrolled, including 37 with MTC. The MTD was 175 mg daily. Dose-limiting toxicities were grade 3 palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia (PPE), mucositis, and AST, ALT, and lipase elevations and grade 2 mucositis that resulted in dose interruption and reduction. Ten (29%) of 35 patients with MTC with measurable disease had a confirmed partial response. Overall, 18 patients experienced tumor shrinkage of 30% or more, including 17 (49%) of 35 patients with MTC with measurable disease. Additionally, 15 (41%) of 37 patients with MTC had stable disease (SD) for at least 6 months, resulting in SD for 6 months or longer or confirmed partial response in 68% of patients with MTC.ConclusionCabozantinib has an acceptable safety profile and is active in MTC. Cabozantinib may provide clinical benefit by simultaneously targeting multiple pathways of importance in MTC, including MET, VEGFR2, and RET. A global phase III pivotal study in MTC is ongoing ( ClinicalTrials.gov number NCT00215605).

Low-dose metronomic topotecan and pazopanib in children with recurrent or refractory solid tumors: A C17 Canadian phase I trial (TOPAZ).

2021 ◽  
Vol 39 (15_suppl) ◽  
pp. 10020-10020
Author(s):  
Arif Manji ◽  
Daniel A. Morgenstern ◽  
Yvan Samson ◽  
Rebecca Deyell ◽  
Donna Johnston ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Phase I ◽  
Solid Tumors ◽  
Dose Escalation ◽  
Stable Disease ◽  
Low Dose ◽  
Pediatric Patients ◽  
Novel Approach ◽  
Best Response ◽  
Grade 3 ◽  
Relapsed Disease

10020 Background: Low-dose metronomic topotecan (mTP) represents a novel approach to chemotherapy delivery which, in preclinical models, may work synergistically with pazopanib (PZ) in targeting angiogenesis. This study was designed to determine the recommended phase 2 dose (RP2D) of mTP/PZ in pediatric patients with solid tumors, while describing the safety and toxicity of this regimen. Methods: A phase I dose-escalation, pharmacokinetic (PK) and pharmacodynamic (PD) study of mTP/PZ was conducted at ten sites across Canada, enrolling pediatric patients aged 2-21 years with relapsed/refractory solid tumors. Patients were treated with oral mTP and PZ suspension daily without interruption in 28-day cycles, with dose escalation in accordance with the rolling-six design. Five dose levels (0.12/125, 0.16/125, 0.22/125, 0.22/160, and 0.3/160 mg/m2/day of mTP/PZ) were evaluated. PK studies were performed on day 1 and at steady state, and PD studies included circulating angiogenic factors VEGFR1, VEGFR2, VEGF, endoglin and placental growth factor. Results: Thirty patients (pts) were enrolled, of whom 26 were evaluable for dose-limiting toxicity (DLT), with median age 12 years (3-20). The most common diagnoses included osteosarcoma (8), neuroblastoma (NB, 7), Ewing sarcoma/PNET (4), and rhabdomyosarcoma (4). The most common grade 3/4 adverse events (AEs) related to protocol therapy were neutropenia (18%), thrombocytopenia (11%), lymphocytopenia (11%), AST elevation (11%), and lipase elevation (11%). Only 2 cycle-1 DLTs were observed on study, both at the 0.3/160 mg/m2 mTP/PZ dose level (2/5 pts) comprising persistent grade 3 thrombocytopenia and grade 3 ALT elevation. No AEs experienced beyond cycle-1 required treatment discontinuation. Best response was stable disease in 10/25 pts (40%) for a median duration of 6.4 months (1.7-45.1). One patient with refractory NB achieved stable disease for 45 months and continued on mTP/PZ via compassionate access after study closure. PK and PD results are pending at this time. Conclusions: The combination of oral mTP and PZ is safe and tolerable in pediatric patients with solid tumors, with a RP2D of mTP 0.22 mg/m2/day and PZ suspension 160 mg/m2/day. Ten patients achieved stable disease for a median of 6 months. The lack of objective responses suggests that this combination is likely of limited benefit for relapsed disease, but may play a role as maintenance therapy. Clinical trial information: NCT02303028.

Phase I and Pharmacokinetic Study of Docetaxel and Irinotecan in Patients With Advanced Solid Tumors

2000 ◽  
Vol 18 (20) ◽  
pp. 3545-3552 ◽  
Author(s):  
Corinne Couteau ◽  
Marie-Laure Risse ◽  
Michel Ducreux ◽  
Florence Lefresne-Soulas ◽  
Alessandro Riva ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Febrile Neutropenia ◽  
Phase I ◽  
Solid Tumors ◽  
Pharmacokinetic Study ◽  
Topoisomerase I ◽  
Maximum Tolerated Dose ◽  
Hematologic Toxicity ◽  
Advanced Solid Tumors ◽  
Phase Ii Studies ◽  
Grade 3

PURPOSE: We conducted a phase I and pharmacokinetic study of docetaxel in combination with irinotecan to determine the dose-limiting toxicity (DLT), the maximum-tolerated dose (MTD), and the dose at which at least 50% of the patients experienced a DLT during the first cycle, and to evaluate the safety and pharmacokinetic profiles in patients with advanced solid tumors. PATIENTS AND METHODS: Patients with only one prior chemotherapy treatment (without taxanes or topoisomerase I inhibitors) for advanced disease were included in the study. Docetaxel was administered as a 1-hour IV infusion after premedication with corticosteroids followed immediately by irinotecan as a 90-minute IV infusion, every 3 weeks. No hematologic growth factors were allowed. RESULTS: Forty patients were entered through the following seven dose levels (docetaxel/irinotecan): 40/140 mg/m2, 50/175 mg/m2, 60/210 mg/m2, 60/250 mg/m2, 60/275 mg/m2, 60/300 mg/m2, and 70/250 mg/m2. Two hundred cycles were administered. Two MTDs were determined, 70/250 mg/m2 and 60/300 mg/m2; the DLTs were febrile neutropenia and diarrhea. Neutropenia was the main hematologic toxicity, with 85% of patients experiencing grade 4 neutropenia. Grade 3/4 nonhematologic toxicities in patients included late diarrhea (7.5%), asthenia (15.0%), febrile neutropenia (22.5%), infection (7.5%), and nausea (5.0%). Pharmacokinetics of both docetaxel and irinotecan were not modified with the administration schedule of this study. CONCLUSION: The recommended dose of docetaxel in combination with irinotecan is 60/275 mg/m2, respectively. At this dose level, the safety profile is manageable. The activity of this combination should be evaluated in phase II studies in different tumor types.

Phase I trial of 9-aminocamptothecin in children with refractory solid tumors: a Pediatric Oncology Group study.

1998 ◽  
Vol 16 (7) ◽  
pp. 2494-2499 ◽  
Author(s):  
A M Langevin ◽  
D T Casto ◽  
P J Thomas ◽  
S D Weitman ◽  
C Kretschmar ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Steady State ◽  
Phase I ◽  
Solid Tumors ◽  
Phase I Trial ◽  
Malignant Tumors ◽  
Hepatic Metabolism ◽  
Pharmacokinetic Profile ◽  
Maximum Tolerated Dose ◽  
Volume Of Distribution ◽  
Recommended Phase Ii Dose

PURPOSE A phase I trial of 9-aminocamptothecin (9-AC) was performed in children with solid tumors to establish the dose-limiting toxicity (DLT), maximum-tolerated dose (MTD), and the pharmacokinetic profile in children and to document any evidence of activity. PATIENTS AND METHODS A 72-hour infusion of 9-AC dimethylacetamide formulation was administered every 21 days to 23 patients younger than 21 years of age with malignant tumors refractory to conventional therapy. Doses ranged from 36 to 62 microg/m2 per hour. Pharmacokinetics were to be performed in at least three patients per dose level. The first course was used to determine the DLT and MTD. RESULTS Nineteen patients on four dose levels were assessable for toxicities. At 62 microg/m2 per hour, three patients experienced dose-limiting neutropenia and one patient experienced dose-limiting thrombocytopenia. Pharmacokinetics were performed on 15 patients (nine patients had complete sets of plasma sampling performed). The pharmacokinetics of both lactone and total 9-AC were highly variable. The percentage of 9-AC lactone at steady-state was 10.8% +/- 3.6%. Total 9-AC and its lactone form had a terminal half-life of 8.1 +/- 3.8 and 7.1 +/- 3.9 hours, respectively, and a volume of distribution at steady-state (Vdss) of 21.2 +/- 13.3 L/m2 and 135.3 +/- 52.5 L/m2, respectively. Hepatic metabolism and biliary transport had an important role in 9-AC disposition. CONCLUSION The recommended phase II dose of 9-AC administered as a 72-hour infusion every 21 days to children with solid tumors is 52 microg/m2 per hour. Neutropenia and thrombocytopenia were dose limiting.

Phase I and pharmacologic study of 9-aminocamptothecin given by 72-hour infusion in adult cancer patients.

1996 ◽  
Vol 14 (4) ◽  
pp. 1236-1244 ◽  
Author(s):  
W Dahut ◽  
N Harold ◽  
C Takimoto ◽  
C Allegra ◽  
A Chen ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Platelet Count ◽  
Phase I ◽  
Topoisomerase I ◽  
Granulocyte Colony Stimulating Factor ◽  
Tumor Patients ◽  
Grade 3 ◽  
Recommended Phase Ii Dose ◽  
Stimulating Factor ◽  
Initial Cycle ◽  
Pharmacologic Study

PURPOSE To conduct a phase I and pharmacologic study of the new topoisomerase I inhibitor, 9-aminocamptothecin (9-AC). PATIENTS AND MATERIALS A 72-hour infusion of 9-AC was administered every 14 days to 48 solid-tumor patients at doses of 5 to 59 microg/m2/h without granulocyte colony-stimulating factor (G-CSF) and 47 to 74 microg/m2/h with G-CSF. RESULTS Without G-CSF, two of eight patients who received 47 microg/m2/h had dose-limiting neutropenia in their initial cycle, as did both patients who received 59 microg/m2/h (with a platelet count < 25,000/microL in one). With G-CSF, zero of seven patients treated with 47 microg/m2/h had dose-limiting neutropenia in their first cycle, while dose-limiting neutropenia occurred in six of 14 patients (with platelet count < 25,000/microL in five) entered at 59 microg/m2/h. Among 39 patients entered at > or = 25 microg/m2/h 9-AC with or without G-CSF, fatigue, diarrhea, and nausea/vomiting of grade 2 severity ultimately occurred in 54%, 30%, and 38%, respectively, while grade 3 toxicities of each type occurred in 8% of patients. Steady-state 9-AC lactone concentration (Css) increased linearly from 0.89 to 10.6 nmol/L, and correlated strongly with leukopenia ( r = .85). CONCLUSION The recommended phase II dose of 9-AC given by 72-hour infusion every 2 weeks is 35 microg/m2/h without G-CSF or 47 microg/m2/h with G-CSF support. Dose escalation in individual patients may be possible according to their tolerance.

Phase I Trial of Docetaxel With Estramustine in Androgen-Independent Prostate Cancer

1999 ◽  
Vol 17 (3) ◽  
pp. 958-958 ◽  
Author(s):  
Daniel P. Petrylak ◽  
Robert B. Macarthur ◽  
John O'Connor ◽  
Gary Shelton ◽  
Timothy Judge ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Prostate Cancer ◽  
Phase I ◽  
Response Rate ◽  
Area Under The Curve ◽  
Narcotic Analgesics ◽  
Pain Medications ◽  
Psa Response ◽  
Grade 3 ◽  
Recommended Phase Ii Dose ◽  
Androgen Independent

PURPOSE: To evaluate the toxicity, efficacy, and pharmacokinetics of docetaxel when combined with oral estramustine and dexamethasone in a phase I study in patients with progressive metastatic androgen-independent prostate cancer. PATIENTS AND METHODS: Thirty-four men were stratified into minimally pretreated (MPT) and extensively pretreated (EPT) groups. Estramustine 280 mg PO tid was administered 1 hour before or 2 hours after meals on days 1 through 5, with escalated doses of docetaxel from 40 to 80 mg/m2 on day 2. Treatment was repeated every 21 days. RESULTS: Thirty-four patients were assessable for toxicity and 33 for response. In the MPT patients, dose-limiting myelosuppression was reached at 80 mg/m2, with six patients experiencing grade 3/4 granulocytopenia. In EPT patients, escalation above 70 mg/m2 was not attempted. Fourteen MPT (70%) and six EPT (50%) patients had a ≥ 50% decline in serum PSA on two consecutive measurements taken at least 2 weeks apart. The overall 50% PSA response rate was 63% (95% confidence interval [CI], 28% to 81%). Of the 18 patients with bidimensionally measurable disease, five (28%; 95% CI, 11% to 54%) achieved a partial response. At the time of entry onto the study, 15 patients required narcotic analgesics for bone pain; after treatment, eight (53%) discontinued their pain medications. The area under the curve for docetaxel increased linearly from 40 to 70 mg/m2. At 80 mg/m2, the measured area under the curve was 8.37 (standard deviation, 0.724), which was significantly higher than the previously reported values. CONCLUSION: The recommended phase II dose of docetaxel combined with estramustine is 70 mg/m2 in MPT patients and 60 mg/m2 in EPT patients. This combination is active in men with androgen-independent prostate cancer.

Phase I and pharmacologic study of estramustine phosphate and short infusions of paclitaxel in women with solid tumors.

1998 ◽  
Vol 16 (9) ◽  
pp. 2959-2963 ◽  
Author(s):  
A A Garcia ◽  
S Keren-Rosenberg ◽  
D Parimoo ◽  
M Rogers ◽  
S Jeffers ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Antitumor Activity ◽  
Solid Tumors ◽  
Maximum Tolerated Dose ◽  
Estramustine Phosphate ◽  
Antitumor Effects ◽  
Ovarian Cancers ◽  
P Glycoprotein ◽  
Grade 3 ◽  
Recommended Phase Ii Dose ◽  
Pharmacologic Study

PURPOSE We sought to determine the tolerance of estramustine phosphate (EMP) combined with a 3-hour paclitaxel infusion in women with solid paclitaxel-pretreated solid tumors. Paclitaxel pharmacology was to be studied at the recommended phase II dose. PATIENTS AND METHODS Paclitaxel was administered to cohorts of at least three assessable patients at doses of 150, 180, 210, and 225 mg/m2, while EMP was given at 900 and 1,200 mg/m2/d in divided doses orally for 2 days preceding and on the day of paclitaxel. The pharmacologic study was performed at 225 mg/m2 paclitaxel given in the absence and 3 weeks later in the presence of EMP 900 mg/m2/d. RESULTS Thirty-eight patients received a total of 178 courses. Grade 3 nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea were common at EMP 1,200 mg/m2 and paclitaxel 225 mg/ m2; this was considered the maximum-tolerated dose. Since these toxicities appeared related to EMP, the pharmacologic study used a dose of 900 mg/m2 of this agent with 225 mg/m2 paclitaxel. Antitumor activity was documented against breast and ovarian cancers at all levels. Paclitaxel pharmacokinetics without and with EMP did not differ. CONCLUSION EMP 900 mg/m2 for 3 days and 225 mg/m2 paclitaxel by 3-hour infusion are well tolerated; antitumor activity was seen in women with paclitaxel-pretreated solid tumors. This apparent enhancement of antitumor effects is unlikely to be mediated by P-glycoprotein.

Phase I Assessment of the Pharmacokinetics, Metabolism, and Safety of Emitefur in Patients With Refractory Solid Tumors

2000 ◽  
Vol 18 (19) ◽  
pp. 3423-3434 ◽  
Author(s):  
J. Nemunaitis ◽  
R. Eager ◽  
T. Twaddell ◽  
A. Corey ◽  
K. Sekar ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Steady State ◽  
Phase I ◽  
Solid Tumors ◽  
Prolonged Exposure ◽  
Circadian Variation ◽  
Pharmacokinetic Profile ◽  
Maximum Tolerated Dose ◽  
Minimum Effective Concentration ◽  
Grade 3

PURPOSE: To determine the toxicities, dose-limiting toxicities (DLT), maximum-tolerated dose, and pharmacokinetic profile of emitefur (BOF-A2) in patients with advanced solid tumors. METHODS: This was a phase I dose-escalating trial in which cohorts of patients received BOF-A2 (cohort 1, 300 mg/m2 orally [PO] tid; cohort 2, 200 mg/m2 PO tid; cohort 3, 200 mg/m2 bid; and cohort 4, 250 mg/m2 bid) for 14 consecutive days followed by 1 week of rest (cycle 1). Pharmacokinetics, toxicity, and tumor response were monitored. RESULTS: Nineteen patients received 110 cycles (three patients in cohort 1, three patients in cohort 2, 10 patients in cohort 3, and three patients in cohort 4). DLT (grade 3 stomatitis, diarrhea, leukopenia) was observed in cohorts 1, 2, and 4. Pharmacokinetics indicated that prolonged systemic expression of fluorouracil (5-FU) is maintained after administration of BOF-A2 at a dose of 200 mg bid for 14 days. The mean steady-state concentration of plasma 5-FU was ≥ 24 ng/mL, which was 184-fold greater than the minimum effective cytotoxic concentration in vitro. Lack of variation of 5-FU trough levels within a day at steady-state indicates suppression of circadian variation. One patient in cohort 3 achieved a partial response and five patients maintained stable disease in excess of 6 months. CONCLUSION: BOF-A2 at a dose of 200 mg PO bid for 14 days followed by 7 days of rest is well tolerated. Prolonged exposure to 5-FU above the predicted preclinical minimum effective concentration is maintained, without evidence of circadian variation. Furthermore, evidence of antitumor activity is suggested.

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