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A Study of Pasritamig Versus Placebo in Late Line Metastatic Castration-resistant Prostate Cancer (mCRPC)

This clinical trial is looking for men with advanced prostate cancer that has spread to other parts of the body (metastatic) and is no longer responding to hormone therapies (castration-resistant). The main goal is to find out if a new medicine called Pasritamig can help these men live longer. Participants will receive either Pasritamig or a dummy medicine (placebo), in addition to their regular supportive care. This type of prostate cancer means it has continued to grow despite treatments that lower male hormones. The study aims to compare the effects of Pasritamig with a placebo, meaning some participants will receive the active study drug and others will receive an inactive substance, so we can clearly see if Pasritamig makes a difference.

At a glance

Status
Recruiting
Phase
PHASE3
Sponsor
Janssen Research & Development, LLC
Enrolment target
663
Start
02 Sep 2025
Estimated completion
30 May 2028

What is this study about?

This study is for men who have advanced prostate cancer, specifically a type known as metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer (mCRPC). This means the cancer has spread beyond the prostate gland, often to bones or lymph nodes, and it's no longer being controlled by standard hormone-lowering treatments. When cancer reaches this stage, doctors look for new ways to help patients.

The main purpose of this research is to test a new medicine called Pasritamig. We want to see if adding Pasritamig to a patient's care can help them live longer compared to receiving a dummy medicine (called a placebo). Both groups will also receive 'best supportive care,' which is the usual medical care given to improve comfort and quality of life for people with advanced cancer. By comparing Pasritamig to a placebo, researchers can see if the new medicine is effective and safe.

Finding new treatments for this type of prostate cancer is very important because it offers hope for men whose current treatments are becoming less effective. The results of this study will help doctors understand if Pasritamig could be a useful new option for future patients, potentially improving their outlook and quality of life.

Key takeaways

  • This study is testing a new medicine, Pasritamig, for advanced prostate cancer.
  • It aims to see if Pasritamig helps men live longer compared to a dummy medicine.
  • Participants have already tried other established treatments for their prostate cancer.
  • You will receive either Pasritamig or a placebo, plus your usual supportive care.
  • Regular hospital visits, blood tests, and scans will monitor your health and cancer.
  • You can stop participating in the study at any time without affecting your normal care.

Who may be eligible?

To be considered for this study, you must be a man aged 18 or older with prostate cancer that has been confirmed through a biopsy. Your cancer must have spread to other parts of your body, like your bones or lymph nodes, and it should no longer be responding to hormone treatments. This spread must be visible on standard scans like CT, MRI, or bone scans.

Your blood test for PSA (Prostate-Specific Antigen) must be 2 nanograms per milliliter (ng/mL) or higher. Your doctor must believe that joining a clinical trial is the best next step for your treatment. You should also have already tried other life-prolonging treatments that your doctor thought were suitable for you and that you had access to.

Specifically, you must have already tried certain established treatments: you should have taken medicines that affect the male hormone pathway (called ARPIs) and found they are no longer working. You should also have had at least two courses of a chemotherapy called a taxane. If you've only had one taxane course, you might still be eligible if other taxane treatments aren't available or your doctor thinks you can't safely have another. You should also have had at least one dose of a specific type of radiation treatment called PSMA-targeted lutetium radioligand therapy, unless your doctor thinks it wasn't suitable for 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. Are you a man, 18 years or older?
  2. Do you have prostate cancer that has spread and is no longer responding to hormone treatment?
  3. Has your PSA level been measured at 2 ng/mL or higher?
  4. Have you already tried at least one hormone pathway drug and at least two courses of taxane chemotherapy?
  5. Have you had PSMA-targeted lutetium radiation therapy (unless your doctor said it wasn't suitable)?
  6. Does your doctor think a clinical trial is a good next step for your treatment?
Answer every question to see your result.

What does participation involve?

If you decide to take part in this study, you will be given either the study medicine, Pasritamig, or a dummy medicine (placebo). You won't know which one you're receiving, and neither will your doctor, to ensure the results are unbiased. You'll also continue to receive your usual supportive care from your doctors.

Throughout the study, you will have regular visits to the hospital or clinic. These visits will involve various tests and assessments, such as blood tests, urine tests, scans (like CT, MRI, or bone scans) to monitor your cancer, and check-ups with the study doctors and nurses. These appointments are important to see how you're responding to the treatment and to keep an eye on your general health and any side effects you might experience.

The total duration of your participation in the study will depend on how your cancer responds to the treatment and your overall health. You will continue to receive the study drug for as long as it is helping you and you are tolerating it well. Even after you stop the study drug, you will have follow-up visits or phone calls to monitor your long-term health. The exact number and frequency of visits, tests, and duration will be fully explained to you before you agree to join.

Potential risks and benefits

Taking part in this study might offer a potential benefit if Pasritamig proves to be effective, as it could help you live longer. However, there's no guarantee that you will receive the active drug or that it will help your specific condition. As with all medicines, there may be potential risks and side effects from Pasritamig, which will be thoroughly explained to you by the study team. Some participants will receive a dummy medicine, which means they won't get any direct benefit from the study drug itself. You have the right to withdraw from the study at any time, for any reason, without it affecting your usual medical care.

Locations (166)

Some site locations are approximate. We're improving this — please verify with the trial team before travelling.
  • University of California at San Diego
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    La Jolla, United States· Recruiting
  • Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center
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    Los Angeles, United States· Recruiting
  • Rocky Mountain Cancer Centers
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    Aurora, United States· Recruiting
  • University of Colorado Cancer Center
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    Aurora, United States· Recruiting
  • Colorado Clinical Research
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    Lakewood, United States· Recruiting
  • Hartford Hospital
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    Hartford, United States· Recruiting
  • Johns Hopkins Office of Capital Region Research - Sibley Memorial Hospital
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    Washington D.C., United States· Recruiting
  • Bay Pines VA Healthcare System
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    Bay Pines, United States· Recruiting
  • Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute
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    Fort Myers, United States· Recruiting
  • Moffitt Cancer Center
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    Tampa, United States· Recruiting
  • University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics
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    Iowa City, United States· Recruiting
  • Mission Cancer Blood
    Verified postcode
    Waukee, United States· Recruiting

Common questions

What is 'metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer'?

This is advanced prostate cancer that has spread to other parts of the body (like bones or lymph nodes) and is no longer being controlled by standard hormone-lowering treatments.

What is a 'placebo'?

A placebo is a dummy medicine that looks just like the real study drug but contains no active ingredients. It's used to compare the real drug's effects more clearly.

Will I know if I'm getting the drug or the placebo?

No, neither you nor your doctors will know whether you are receiving Pasritamig or the placebo. This is to ensure the study results are as fair and accurate as possible.

What does 'best supportive care' mean?

This refers to the standard medical care you would normally receive to help manage your symptoms, improve your comfort, and maintain your quality of life, alongside the study treatment.

How long will the study last?

The length of your participation will depend on how well you respond to the treatment and your general health. You will stay on the study drug as long as it's helping you and you are feeling well. There will also be follow-up checks afterwards.

How to find out more

Study Contact

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

Interested in taking part?

Register your interest

Share your details and the research team for "A Study of Pasritamig Versus Placebo in Late Line Metastatic…" will contact you if you may be eligible. Always speak to your GP before agreeing to take part.

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