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Anti-metabolites

Lonsurf for Bladder Cancer

Phase 2
Waitlist Available
Led By Rahul Parikh, MD
Research Sponsored by Rahul Parikh
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial
Must have
Be older than 18 years old
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up up to 26 months
Awards & highlights
No Placebo-Only Group

Summary

This trial is testing a new cancer drug, TAS-102, to see if it helps people with urothelial carcinoma who haven't responded to other treatments.

Who is the study for?
This trial is for adults with advanced bladder cancer that has spread and doesn't respond to platinum-based chemotherapy or checkpoint inhibitors. They must have measurable disease, be in good health otherwise, and agree to use effective contraception. It's not for pregnant women, those with brain metastases, HIV patients on certain therapies, recent chemo or radiotherapy recipients, people using other investigational drugs, or those with serious illnesses.
What is being tested?
The study tests TAS-102 effectiveness in treating metastatic bladder cancer resistant to standard treatments. Participants will take TAS-102 orally twice daily on specific days over a 28-day cycle. The goal is to see if this drug can help where others haven't.
What are the potential side effects?
While the trial information does not specify side effects of TAS-102 for this condition, common ones from similar medications include fatigue, nausea, diarrhea, low blood cell counts leading to increased infection risk and bleeding problems.

Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~up to 26 months
This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and up to 26 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
Clinical benefit rate (complete response+ partial response+ stable disease)
Secondary study objectives
Overall change in patient-reported quality of life outcomes
Overall response rate (ORR) among participants
Overall survival rate (OS) among participants
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Side effects data

From 2024 Phase 2 trial • 23 Patients • NCT03686488
61%
Fatigue
57%
Diarrhea
57%
Nausea
52%
Vomiting
48%
Headache
39%
Hypertension
26%
Dizziness
26%
Anorexia
26%
Neutrophil count decreased
26%
Dyspnea
26%
Constipation
22%
General disorders and administration site conditions - Other
22%
Anemia
22%
Gastrointestinal disorders -Other
17%
Cough
17%
White blood cell decreased
17%
Abdominal pain
17%
Chills
17%
Pain
13%
Epistaxis
13%
Injury, poisoning and procedural complications - Other
13%
Flank pain
13%
Death NOS
13%
Lymphocyte count decreased
13%
Toothache
13%
Edema limbs
13%
Non-cardiac chest pain
9%
Hyponatremia
9%
Weight loss
9%
Hoarseness
9%
Nervous system disorders - Other
9%
Ascites
9%
Flu like symptoms
9%
Weight gain
9%
Dysphagia
9%
Platelet count decreased
4%
Electrocardiogram QT corrected interval prolonged
4%
Aspartate aminotransferase increased
4%
Hyperglycemia
4%
Myalgia
4%
Renal colic
4%
Neoplasms benign, malignant and unspecified (incl cysts and polyps) - Other
4%
Reproductive system and breast disorders - Other,
4%
Atrial fibrillation
4%
Urine discoloration
4%
Alopecia
4%
Hypotension
4%
Shingles
4%
Fall
4%
Anxiety
4%
Blurred vision
4%
Bronchial infection
4%
Pericardial effusion
4%
Palpitations
4%
Stroke
4%
Blood bilirubin increased
4%
Lipase increased
4%
Thromboembolic event
4%
Skin infection
4%
Pain in extremity
4%
Peripheral sensory neuropathy
4%
Restlessness
4%
Arthralgia
4%
Muscle weakness lower limb
4%
Hematuria
4%
Dry mouth
4%
Hemorrhoids
4%
Upper gastrointestinal hemorrhage
4%
Multi-organ failure
4%
Pleural effusion
4%
Productive cough
4%
Respiratory, thoracic and mediastinal disorders - Other
4%
Sudden death NOS
4%
Infections and infestations- Other
4%
Colonic hemorrhage
4%
Stomach pain
4%
Dental caries
4%
Dyspepsia
4%
Oral hemorrhage
4%
Alanine aminotransferase increased
4%
Fever
4%
Hypokalemia
4%
Infections and infestations - Other
4%
Psychiatric disorders - Other
4%
Proteinuria
4%
Urinary frequency
4%
Dry skin
4%
Skin and subcutaneous tissue disorders - Other
4%
Ear and labyrinth disorders - Other
100%
80%
60%
40%
20%
0%
Study treatment Arm
TAS 102 and Ramucirumab

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: Intervention TAS-102Experimental Treatment1 Intervention
Treatment
First Studied
Drug Approval Stage
How many patients have taken this drug
TAS 102
2017
Completed Phase 3
~500

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Who is running the clinical trial?

Taiho Oncology, Inc.Industry Sponsor
78 Previous Clinical Trials
13,068 Total Patients Enrolled
Rahul ParikhLead Sponsor
Rahul Parikh, MD5.04 ReviewsPrincipal Investigator - The University of Kansas Cancer Center
University of Kansas Medical Center
1 Previous Clinical Trials
4 Total Patients Enrolled
5Patient Review
Dr. Parikh is an excellent doctor who saved my life. He is kind and intelligent, with a willingness to take suggestions and get second opinions. His staff are just as wonderful as he is. I feel so lucky to have found him.

Media Library

TAS-102 (Anti-metabolites) Clinical Trial Eligibility Overview. Trial Name: NCT03762161 — Phase 2
Bladder Cancer Research Study Groups: Intervention TAS-102
Bladder Cancer Clinical Trial 2023: TAS-102 Highlights & Side Effects. Trial Name: NCT03762161 — Phase 2
TAS-102 (Anti-metabolites) 2023 Treatment Timeline for Medical Study. Trial Name: NCT03762161 — Phase 2
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