A Study of Revumenib in R/R Leukemias Including Those With an MLL/KMT2A Gene Rearrangement or NPM1 Mutation
This research study is investigating a new medication, revumenib, for people with leukaemia which has either returned after treatment or not responded well. It focuses on several types of acute leukaemia, especially those with particular genetic changes like MLL/KMT2A rearrangements or NPM1 mutations. The study has two main parts: first, finding the safest and most effective dose of revumenib, and then, in the second part, carefully checking how well the medicine works and if it causes any side effects. This involves looking at different groups of patients based on their specific leukaemia type and how they might react to the medicine when taken with other antifungals or a helper medicine called cobicistat. The goal is to better understand if revumenib could be a helpful new treatment option.
At a glance
What is this study about?
This research is looking into a new medicine called revumenib for different types of acute leukaemia. Acute leukaemia is a fast-growing cancer of blood-forming cells. This study is specifically for people whose leukaemia has come back after treatment (relapsed) or hasn't responded to earlier treatments (refractory). The study is interested in particular genetic changes in leukaemia cells, such as those involving the MLL/KMT2A gene or NPM1 gene, as these might respond differently to the new medicine.
The study is divided into two main stages. The first stage is about finding the best and safest dose of revumenib. A small number of patients will receive different doses to see which one works best with the fewest side effects. They will also look at how revumenib works when taken with other common medicines, like those used to prevent fungal infections, or with a helper medicine called cobicistat. This helps doctors understand how revumenib might interact with other treatments you might be taking.
The second stage will involve more people and will focus on how well revumenib works and what its longer-term side effects might be. Participants will be grouped based on their specific type of leukaemia and genetic changes. By carefully studying these groups, researchers hope to learn if revumenib can effectively treat these forms of leukaemia and improve patients' health.
Key takeaways
- This study is for people with acute leukaemia that has come back or isn't responding to treatment.
- It's testing a new medicine called revumenib.
- The study looks at specific genetic changes in leukaemia cells (like MLL/KMT2A or NPM1).
- It will first find a safe dose, then check how well the medicine works and its side effects.
- Your doctor can tell you if your specific type of leukaemia might be suitable.
Who may be eligible?
To be considered for this study, you must have active acute leukaemia that has either come back or not responded to previous treatments. Your bone marrow or blood must show signs of the leukaemia.
The study is particularly looking for people with certain genetic changes in their leukaemia, like those involving the KMT2A or NPM1 genes. Your doctor will be able to check for these specific changes. Your white blood cell count also needs to be below a certain level (25,000 per microliter) when you start the study, though doctors can help reduce it if needed before you join.
During the first stage of the study, depending on whether you are taking certain other medicines (like some antifungals such as itraconazole or fluconazole) or a specific helper medicine called cobicistat, you might be placed into different groups. Your medical team will guide you on these specific requirements.
Could this study suit you?
Answer these quick questions to see if you may be eligible. This is a guide only — the research team makes the final call.
- I have been diagnosed with active acute leukaemia.
- My leukaemia has either returned or has not responded to previous treatments.
- My doctor has confirmed that my leukaemia has specific genetic changes (like KMT2A rearrangement or NPM1 mutation).
- My white blood cell count meets the study's requirements (my doctor can help confirm this).
- I am taking (or not taking) certain other medications as required by the study guidelines.
What does participation involve?
Taking part in this study would involve regular visits to the hospital for checks and to receive your medication. During these visits, doctors will closely monitor your health, take blood and bone marrow samples to see how the leukaemia is responding, and check for any side effects. You will be taking the study medicine, revumenib, by mouth. Depending on which part of the study you're in, you might also take other medicines alongside it, such as cobicistat or certain antifungal medications.
The exact number of visits and the full duration of your participation will depend on how you respond to the treatment and the stage of the study you are in. Initially, there will be more frequent check-ups, and if the treatment is working well, follow-up visits might become less frequent over time. The study aims to understand both the short and long-term effects of revumenib.
Potential risks and benefits
Locations (57)
- City of Hope Comprehensive Cancer CenterVerified postcodeDuarte, United States· Active not recruiting
- University Of California Care Medical Group - Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center And HospitalVerified postcodeLos Angeles, United States· Completed
- Stanford Cancer InstituteVerified postcodePalo Alto, United States· Active not recruiting
- University of ColoradoVerified postcodeAurora, United States· Recruiting
- Florida Cancer Specialists and Research InstituteVerified postcodeSarasota, United States· Active not recruiting
- Moffitt Cancer CenterVerified postcodeTampa, United States· Completed
- Emory Winship Cancer InstituteVerified postcodeAtlanta, United States· Recruiting
- Children's Healthcare of AtlantaVerified postcodeAtlanta, United States· Completed
- The University of Chicago Medical CenterVerified postcodeChicago, United States· Recruiting
- University of Iowa HospitalVerified postcodeIowa City, United States· Recruiting
- Dana Farber Cancer InstituteVerified postcodeBoston, United States· Active not recruiting
- Washington University in St. Louis School of MedicineVerified postcodeSt Louis, United States· Recruiting
Common questions
What is acute leukaemia?
Acute leukaemia is a type of cancer that affects the blood and bone marrow, where blood cells are made. It gets worse quickly if not treated.
What are MLL/KMT2A and NPM1 mutations?
These are specific changes in the genes of leukaemia cells. Doctors look for these genetic changes because they can help decide the best treatment.
What does 'relapsed or refractory' mean?
It means the leukaemia has come back after previous treatment, or it didn't respond well to earlier treatments.
What is a 'Phase 1' study?
Phase 1 studies are the first step in testing a new medicine in people. They primarily aim to find a safe dose and understand how the drug works in the body.
What is a 'Phase 2' study?
Phase 2 studies involve more patients and focus on how well the new medicine works for a specific condition and continues to check for safety and side effects.
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