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Kinase Inhibitor

Belumosudil for Chronic Graft-Versus-Host Disease

Phase 2
Recruiting
Research Sponsored by Kadmon, a Sanofi Company
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial
Must have
Have persistent cGVHD manifestations and systemic therapy is indicated
Contraception (with double contraception methods) for male and female participants; not pregnant or breastfeeding for female participants
Must not have
Histological relapse of the underlying cancer or post-transplant lymphoproliferative disease at the time of screening
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up up to approximately 48 months
Awards & highlights
No Placebo-Only Group

Summary

This trial tests the safety and effectiveness of a new drug for people with cGVHD who have had 2 prior treatments. Participation lasts up to 4 weeks and follow-up every 12 weeks.

Who is the study for?
This trial is for Black, African American, American Indian or Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander individuals aged 12+ with chronic Graft Versus Host Disease (cGVHD) who have tried at least two systemic therapies. Participants must be in stable condition with a certain performance score and not on specific treatments like ibrutinib or ruxolitinib recently.
What is being tested?
The study tests the safety and effectiveness of an oral drug called Belumosudil in patients with cGVHD. The treatment period includes up to four weeks of screening, ongoing treatment until disease progression, followed by a safety check-up after four weeks and long-term follow-ups every three months.
What are the potential side effects?
While the specific side effects are not listed here, participants will be monitored for any adverse reactions to Belumosudil during their treatment phase as well as throughout the safety follow-up period.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

You may be eligible if you check “Yes” for the criteria below
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I have ongoing symptoms from a chronic graft-versus-host disease needing systemic treatment.
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I am using two forms of birth control and am not pregnant or breastfeeding.
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I can care for myself but may not be able to do active work or play.
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I am at least 12 years old and weigh 40 kg or more.
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I have had 2 to 5 treatments for chronic graft-versus-host disease.

Exclusion Criteria

You may be eligible for the trial if you check “No” for criteria below:
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My cancer has returned or I have a lymph-related disease after a transplant.

Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~up to approximately 48 months
This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and up to approximately 48 months for reporting.

Treatment Details

Study Objectives

Study objectives can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.
Primary study objectives
Therapeutic procedure
Overall Response Rate (ORR)
Secondary study objectives
Change from baseline in cGVHD global severity rating using the Clinician-Reported Global cGVHD Activity Assessment
Change from baseline in calcineurin inhibitor dose
Adrenal Cortex Hormones
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Side effects data

From 2014 Phase 2 trial • 8 Patients • NCT02106195
25%
Transaminase increased
13%
Nephrolithiasis
13%
Nausea
13%
Vomiting
13%
Anastomotic ulcer
13%
Somnolence
13%
Pyrexia
13%
Anastomotic ulder
13%
Hypokalemia
13%
Rib Fracture
13%
Fall
13%
Tooth ache
100%
80%
60%
40%
20%
0%
Study treatment Arm
Belumosudil 200 mg PO QD

Awards & Highlights

No Placebo-Only Group
All patients enrolled in this study will receive some form of active treatment.

Trial Design

1Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Group I: BelumosudilExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Participants will receive belumosudil orally, once daily (QD) or twice daily (BID) if they are taking strong CYP3A4 inducers or proton pump inhibitors.
Treatment
First Studied
Drug Approval Stage
How many patients have taken this drug
Belumosudil
2018
Completed Phase 2
~320

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Who is running the clinical trial?

Kadmon, a Sanofi CompanyLead Sponsor
13 Previous Clinical Trials
635 Total Patients Enrolled
Clinical Sciences & OperationsStudy DirectorSanofi
872 Previous Clinical Trials
2,020,756 Total Patients Enrolled
~24 spots leftby Aug 2025