Phase I/II Trial of Lurbinectedin with Osimertinib in Transformed Small Cell Lung Cancer
Studying the Effects of an Investigational Medication Combination in Transformed Small Cell Lung Cancer
Misty D. Shields, MD, PhD
Primary Investigator
Brief description of study
Primary Objective:
To assess the efficacy of the combination of lurbinectedin with osimertinib in patients with EGFR altered non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) with documented transformation to SCLC, after the use of EGFR tyrosine kinase inhibitor osimertinib.
Secondary Objective
To evaluate the safety of the combination of lurbinectedin with osimertinib in patients with EGFR altered non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) with documented transformation to SCLC, after the use of EGFR tyrosine kinase inhibitor osimertinib.
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Detailed description of study
This is an open label prospective multicenter Phase Ib/II trial utilizing a Bayesian Optimal Interval (BOIN) dose-finding design to identify the maximum tolerated dose (MTD) based on DLTs of lurbinectedin and osimertinib. DLT period is 21 days beginning on C1D1. Once the MTD has been identified, 10 subjects total will be enrolled in a Phase II expansion. This number includes the 3 initial subjects in the corresponding MTD group. Subjects will receive a combination of lurbinectedin every 21 days and osimertinib daily, until progression or unacceptable toxicities
Eligibility of study
You may be eligible for this study if you meet the following criteria:
- Conditions: Small cell lung cancer
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Age: 18 years - 100 years
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Gender: All
Inclusion Criteria
1. ≥ 18 years old at the time of informed consent.
2. Ability to provide written informed consent and HIPAA authorization.
3. Must have a histologically or cytologically confirmed transformation to small cell lung
carcinoma/cancer.
4. Must have an initial diagnosis of EGFR altered (EGFR-mutated) non-small cell lung cancer
and received EGFR targeted therapy (TKI) osimertinib, and does not demonstrate evidence
of acquired molecular underpinnings (i.e., presence of a MET amplification >6 copies or
EGFR C797S) resulting in progression on osimertinib, aside from histologic
transformation to small cell lung cancer. Interruptions of osimertinib prior to enrollment
on study is permitted.
Note: Tissue specimens from archival tissue are encouraged but not required for
enrollment.
5. Patients who have received platinum (cisplatin or carboplatin)/etoposide after histologic
transformation are permitted on study. Receipt of last cycle of therapy should be at least 3
weeks prior to initiation of treatment on study. Last exposure to immunotherapy such as
anti-PD-L1 should be at least four weeks from treatment to initiation of treatment on study.
Patients who decline to receive platinum/etoposide after SCLC transformation, for
personal preferences or considered medical ineligible for this regimen, may be considered
for this study, subject to investigator discretion.
6. Must have measurable disease per RECIST (version 1.1).
7. ECOG performance status ≤ 2.
8. Adequate laboratory functions on baseline testing within 21 days of enrollment, as defined
as:
a. Hematologic parameters:
i. Absolute neutrophil count (ANC) ≥ 1.5x10 9 /L
ii. Platelet count (Plt) ≥ 100x10 9 /L
b. Hepatic parameters:
i. Total bilirubin ≤ 1.5x upper limit of normal (ULN); for patients with
suspected/documented Gilbert’s syndrome, total bilirubin ≤ 3x ULN.
ii. AST ≤ 3x ULN.
iii. ALT ≤ 3x ULN.
c. Renal parameters:
i. Creatinine clearance (CrCl) or estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR,
calculated per institutional standards) should be > 30 mL/min.
9. Women of childbearing potential must have a negative pregnancy test within 21 days of
protocol registration. Women are considered to have childbearing potential (regardless of
sexual orientation, having undergone a tubal ligation, or remaining celibate by choice)
unless they meet one of the following criteria:
i. Has achieved menarche at some point; or
ii. Has not undergone a hysterectomy or bilateral oophorectomy; or
iii. Has not been naturally postmenopausal for at least 12 consecutive months
(i.e., has had menses at any time in the preceding 12 consecutive months).
10. Women of childbearing potential and men with any partners of child-bearing potential must
agree to use 2 forms of effective contraception throughout the study and for 6 months after
the last study treatment.
Note: Acceptable methods of birth control include abstinence, partner with previous
vasectomy, placement of an intrauterine device (IUD), condom with spermicidal
foam/gel/film/cream/suppository, diaphragm or cervical vault cap, or hormonal birth
control (pills or injections).
11. Male subjects must agree to refrain from donating sperm during the study and for 6 months
after the last study treatment. Female subjects must agree to refrain from donating eggs
during the study and for 6 months after the last study treatment.
Exclusion Criteria
1. Patients who have tumors harboring EGFR exon 20 insertion alterations, EGFR C797S, or
known mechanisms of resistance to osimertinib (i.e., MET amplification) aside from
histologic transformation to SCLC.
2. Patients who are pregnant (treatment can cause fetal harm) and/or breastfeeding.
3. Symptomatic or unstable brain metastases, requiring > 2 mg dexamethasone orally daily,
or received palliative radiation to the CNS within 2 weeks of enrollment.
4. Patients with known history of interstitial lung disease (ILD) or pneumonitis (> grade 1)
or ILD/pneumonitis (> grade 1) related to antineoplastic drug treatment.
5. Prior history of documented Stephen Johnson Syndrome (SJS), toxic epidermal necrolysis
(TEN), erythema multiforme major (EMM), or aplastic anemia on osimertinib.
6. History of congenital long QTc syndrome or mean resting QTc > 500 msec at screening
with two replicated EKGs at baseline screening for the study.
7. History of ongoing unstable or uncontrolled cardiac conditions, including documented
cardiomyopathy or symptomatic congestive heart failure (defined as New York Heart
Association (NYHA) class III or IV).
8. Prior history of documented severe allergic or anaphylactic reaction to osimertinib.
9. Prior history of documented aplastic anemia with osimertinib.
10. Prior history of documented allergic or anaphylactic reactions to inactive ingredients of
lurbinectedin, including sucrose, lactic acid, and sodium hydroxide
This study investigates the effects of a combination of investigational medications in treating non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) that has transformed into small cell lung cancer (SCLC). NSCLC is a type of lung cancer that starts in the cells lining the lungs, while SCLC is a faster-growing form of lung cancer. The study focuses on patients whose cancer has changed from NSCLC to SCLC after receiving a specific type of treatment called EGFR tyrosine kinase inhibitor.
Participants in the study will receive two investigational medications. One will be given every 21 days, and the other will be taken daily. The study will observe how well these medications work together to treat the cancer and will also look at any side effects. The study aims to find the best dose of these medications that can be tolerated by patients.
- Who can participate: Adults 18 and older with non-small cell lung cancer that has changed to small cell lung cancer can join. They must have had specific cancer treatment and meet health criteria, like good blood and organ function.
- Study details: Participants will receive an investigational medication combination. One medication is given every 21 days and the other daily, until the cancer progresses or side effects are too severe. The study aims to find the most effective dose.
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