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AuthorisedPhase I and Phase II (Integrated)- OtherInterventional

A Phase Ib/IIa open-label, multicenter, dose-escalation and proof-of-concept trial evaluating Benfo-Oxythiamine (B-OT) as an investigational add-on to standard of care (SOC) lutetium (177Lu) vipivotide tetraxetan therapy (Pluvicto®) in adults with metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer (mCRPC) and stable disease after two prior cycles of SOC

This study is looking at a new drug called Benfo-Oxythiamine for men with advanced prostate cancer that has spread to other parts of the body and no longer responds to standard hormone treatments. Participants will already have received two rounds of a targeted radiation treatment called Pluvicto, and their cancer must be stable. Doctors want to see if adding Benfo-Oxythiamine to Pluvicto can help keep the cancer under control for longer. In the first stage, doctors are testing different doses of Benfo-Oxythiamine to find out what is safe and check for side effects. In the second stage, they will look at whether the combination helps shrink tumours and lower prostate-specific antigen (PSA) levels. Taking part involves extra hospital visits, blood tests, heart checks, and scans. Taking part is completely voluntary and does not replace your right to standard NHS care.

At a glance

Status
Authorised
Phase
Phase I and Phase II (Integrated)- Other
Sponsor
Benfovir AG
Enrolment target
48
Start
16 Oct 2026

What is this study about?

Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in men in the UK. In some cases, the cancer spreads to other areas of the body and stops responding to standard hormone therapies. When this happens, it is known as metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer. Doctors often use a specialised treatment called Pluvicto (lutetium-177 vipivotide tetraxetan), which delivers targeted radiation directly to prostate cancer cells.

While Pluvicto can be very effective, researchers are searching for ways to help it work even better. This study evaluates an experimental add-on drug called Benfo-Oxythiamine (B-OT). Doctors believe that combining B-OT with Pluvicto might help weaken cancer cells, making the radiation treatment more effective at slowing down or stopping tumor growth.

Because this is an early-stage study (Phase 1b and Phase 2a), the first priority is safety. Doctors need to find the most suitable dose of Benfo-Oxythiamine and watch closely for any side effects. After finding a safe dose, the team will check whether adding the drug actually helps shrink tumours, lowers prostate-specific antigen (PSA) levels, and helps patients live longer without their cancer getting worse.

Trials like this are an important step in developing future cancer therapies. If the combination proves safe and helpful, it could offer a valuable new option for men living with advanced prostate cancer.

Key takeaways

  • Tests an experimental drug (Benfo-Oxythiamine) combined with standard Pluvicto therapy.
  • Aimed at men with advanced prostate cancer that has spread and stopped responding to hormone treatments.
  • Requires having had two cycles of Pluvicto with stable cancer before joining.
  • Phase 1 focuses on finding a safe dose, while Phase 2 tests how well the drug works.
  • Participation is voluntary, and you can withdraw at any time without losing standard NHS care.

Who may be eligible?

This trial is open to men aged 18 and over who have advanced prostate cancer that has spread to other parts of the body and is no longer responding to standard hormone treatments.

To be considered, you must have already completed two cycles of standard Pluvicto treatment, and your cancer must currently be stable, meaning it has not grown significantly since starting that treatment.

Because your safety is the top priority, you will also need to meet standard health requirements. These usually include having reasonably healthy kidney, liver, and bone marrow function, and being well enough to attend regular hospital appointments. Your hospital oncology team will be able to check all the detailed medical requirements with you.

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.

  1. I am a male aged 18 or older.
  2. I have advanced (metastatic) prostate cancer that no longer responds to standard hormone therapy.
  3. I have already completed two cycles of Pluvicto treatment.
  4. My cancer has remained stable following my recent Pluvicto treatment.
  5. I am well enough to attend regular clinic appointments and have scans and blood tests.
Answer every question to see your result.

What does participation involve?

Taking part in this study means visiting a hospital clinic regularly while you receive your planned cancer care. In addition to your standard Pluvicto treatment, you will be given the experimental drug, Benfo-Oxythiamine. During the first few weeks, doctors will monitor you closely to check how your body handles the medicine. You will have regular health assessments, including physical examinations, blood tests, heart checks (ECGs), and specialised imaging scans (such as PET and CT scans) to see how your tumours respond. You may also need to give small blood samples so researchers can see how the drug is processed in your bloodstream. Your participation will last across your treatment cycles, followed by regular check-ups to track your long-term health and wellbeing.

Potential risks and benefits

A potential benefit of taking part is receiving close medical attention from specialist doctors and potentially helping to control your cancer, although there is no guarantee the new drug will improve your health. The main risks involve possible side effects from Benfo-Oxythiamine, some of which may not yet be known, as well as the burden of extra clinic visits and tests. Your clinical team will monitor you very carefully throughout the trial. Joining the study is entirely your choice, and you can withdraw at any time without giving a reason and without it affecting your usual NHS medical care.

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Common questions

What is Benfo-Oxythiamine?

It is an experimental medicine being tested to see if it can boost the effects of radiation treatment against advanced prostate cancer cells.

Will I still receive standard cancer treatment?

Yes. This trial tests the new medicine as an 'add-on' to Pluvicto, an established targeted treatment for advanced prostate cancer.

Do I have to pay to take part in this trial?

No. In the UK, clinical trial medicines and study tests are provided free of charge, and some trials offer help with travel costs.

Can I leave the study if I change my mind?

Yes. You can leave the trial at any point, and choosing to do so will not harm your relationship with your healthcare team or change your standard NHS care.

How will the doctors know if the drug is working?

The team will use regular blood tests to check your PSA levels and special scans (like PSMA-PET scans) to see if tumours shrink or remain stable.

How to find out more

Always speak to your GP or specialist before deciding to take part in a study.

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