Iparomlimab

JINAN, China, March 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- On 8 March local time, during the 25th European Society of Gynecological Oncology (ESGO) Conference (ESGO 2024) in Spain, Qilu Pharmaceutical unveiled the Phase II clinical trial results for iparomlimab and tuvonralimab (QL1706) in an oral presentation. This trial, known as DUBHE-C-206, recruited patients with recurrent or metastatic cervical cancer who failed first-line standard treatments. The findings were presented by Professor Jihong Liu from the Sun Yat-sen University Cancer Center in China. Study Background and Design Cervical cancer is one of the most prevalent malignancies among women and a leading cause of cancer-related death. For those who have failed the first-line standard therapy, the currently available treatment options are inadequate. The objective response rate (ORR) for pembrolizumab was 12.2%, with an ORR of 0% in the PD-L1-negative population[1]. Additionally, the median progression-free survival (PFS) and median overall survival (OS) were reported to be 2.1 months and 9.4 months, respectively. Similarly, cemiplimab showed an ORR of 16.4%, with a median PFS of 2.8 months and a median OS of 12.0 months[2]. This highlights the unmet need for effective and safe clinical treatments for patients with cervical cancer who failed first-line therapy. By targeting and inhibiting two immune checkpoint pathways (anti-PD-1 IgG4 and anti-CTLA-4 IgG1), Qilu Pharmaceutical's proprietary drug QL1706 has shown a favorable safety profile and preliminary efficacy in patients with cervical cancer in early studies. The DUBHE-C-206 study aimed to evaluate the efficacy and safety of QL1706 in patients with recurrent or metastatic cervical cancer. This study was a multi-center, single-arm, open-label phase II clinical trial which enrolled patients with recurrent or metastatic cervical cancer who failed first-line platinum-based chemotherapy (with or without bevacizumab) and without prior immunotherapy. Participants received QL1706 at a dose of 5.0 mg/kg once every three weeks (Q3W). The primary endpoint of the trial was the ORR as assessed by an Independent Evaluation Committee (IRC). Secondary endpoints included the ORR as evaluated by investigators, duration of response (DoR) and disease control rate (DCR) as assessed by both IRC and investigators, PFS, 6-month and 12-month PFS rates, OS, 12-month OS rate, as well as safety, pharmacokinetics, and immunogenicity. Study Results As of April 28, 2023, the study had enrolled 148 patients with a median age of 53.0 years, including 132 (89.2%) diagnosed with squamous cell carcinoma. Of these participants, 109 (73.6%) had an Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group Performance Status (ECOG PS) score of 1. Additionally, 105 (70.9%) patients had a combined positive score (CPS) of ≥1, while 43 (29.1%) had a CPS of <1. Notably, 39.9% of the participants had been treated with bevacizumab, and 37.2% had received second-line and subsequent therapy. The median follow-up duration of the study was 11.0 months. In terms of efficacy, the ORR as assessed by IRC was 33.8% (95% CI: 26.2%-42.0%), and the DCR reached 64.9% (95% CI: 56.6%-72.5%). The median PFS was 5.4 months (95% CI: 3.9-6.9), with 6-month and 12-month PFS rates of 45.0% and 16.1%, respectively. The median OS had not been reached, with 6-month and 12-month OS rates standing at 83.9% and 65.4%, respectively. In subgroup analyses, the ORR for patients with a CPS of ≥1 was 37.1%, compared to 25.6% for those with a CPS of <1. Furthermore, the ORR for patients who had previously received bevacizumab was 28.8%, whereas it was 37.1% for those who had not undergone such treatment. Regarding safety, among all the participants, 104 (70.3%) experienced treatment-related adverse events (TRAEs), with the most common being hypothyroidism (20.9%) and hyperthyroidism (18.9%). TRAEs of grade 3 or higher were observed in 36 individuals (24.3%), with anemia (4.1%), increased gamma-glutamyl transferase (GGT) (2.7%), and increased lipase level (2.7%) being the most frequently reported. Three patients (2.0%) discontinued treatment due to TRAEs. There were no reported deaths resulting from TRAEs. In the study, 65 participants (43.9%) experienced immune-related adverse events (irAEs), with grade 3 or higher irAEs reported in 21 (14.2%). In conclusion, QL1706 has shown promising efficacy and acceptable safety profile in patients with recurrent or metastatic cervical cancer who failed first-line standard therapy, regardless of their PD-L1 expression. This positions QL1706 as a more effective and safer therapeutic option for patients with cervical cancer whose disease progressed after first-line standard therapy. A phase III clinical trial is currently in progress, evaluating the use of QL1706 in combination with chemotherapy (with or without bevacizumab) as a first-line treatment option. Prof. Liu from the Sun Yat-sen University Cancer Center commented, "The findings from the DUBHE-C-206 study offer new evidence to support the use of dual immunotherapy in the second- and late-line treatment of recurrent or metastatic advanced cervical cancer (ACC). They also affirm QL1706's potential as a promising new treatment option for ACC patients. The study's results have shown the efficacy benefits of QL1706 across the whole ACC patient population while demonstrating its considerable safety advantages. These findings suggest that QL1706 has the potential to significantly enhance the quality of life for patients and provide superior clinical benefits. We eagerly anticipate the outcomes of the Phase 3 trial for QL1706, which is now in progress to assess the efficacy and safety of QL1706 in combination with chemotherapy, with or without bevacizumab, as a first-line treatment for recurrent or metastatic ACC." Professor Hanmei Lou from Zhejiang Cancer Hospital stated, "For ACC patients who have failed first-line therapy, the available treatment options are still limited and exhibit unsatisfactory efficacy, highlighting substantial unmet clinical needs. The efficacy and safety data from the DUBHE-C-206 study are promising. Compared with the previously reported combination therapy involving PD-1 and CTLA-4 inhibitors, QL1706 has demonstrated reduced toxicity and offers notable advantages in both safety and efficacy. This further supports the use of dual immunotherapy for the treatment of recurrent or metastatic ACC. Consequently, the data from the DUBHE-C-206 study holds significant clinical value and implications." Ms Xiaoyan Kang, Executive Deputy General Manager of Qilu Pharmaceutical's Clinical Research & Development Center and Chief Medical Officer (CMO) for Oncology, explained, "QL1706 represents the world's first dual-functional MabPair antibody targeting both PD-1 and CTLA-4 pathways. Data from several clinical studies of this novel drug have been released. The inclusion of the latest clinical trial results in the oral presentation at the ESGO conference underscores the international academic community's interest in and recognition of the clinical potential of this novel product. Currently, multiple Phase III clinical trials involving QL1706 are in progress, covering various disease indications. Going forward, we plan to further accelerate the clinical development of QL1706 to ensure that this treatment can reach and benefit patients as soon as possible." References: 1. J Clin Oncol. 2019;37(17):1470-1478. 2. N Engl J Med. 2022;386(6):544-555. SOURCE Qilu Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

DUBLIN--( BUSINESS WIRE )--The "Non-Small-Cell Lung cancer (NSCLC) - Pipeline Insight, 2024" clinical trials has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. This report provides comprehensive insights about 100+ companies and 120+ pipeline drugs in Non-Small-Cell Lung cancer (NSCLC) pipeline landscape. It covers the pipeline drug profiles, including clinical and nonclinical stage products. It also covers the therapeutics assessment by product type, stage, route of administration, and molecule type. It further highlights the inactive pipeline products in this space. The reportoutlays comprehensive insights of present scenario and growth prospects across the indication. A detailed picture of the Non-Small-Cell Lung cancer (NSCLC) pipeline landscape is provided which includes the disease overview and Non-Small-Cell Lung cancer (NSCLC) treatment guidelines. The assessment part of the report embraces, in depth Non-Small-Cell Lung cancer (NSCLC) commercial assessment and clinical assessment of the pipeline products under development. In the report, detailed description of the drug is given which includes mechanism of action of the drug, clinical studies, NDA approvals (if any), and product development activities comprising the technology, Non-Small-Cell Lung cancer (NSCLC) collaborations, licensing, mergers and acquisition, funding, designations and other product related details. Report Highlights The companies and academics are working to assess challenges and seek opportunities that could influence Non-Small-Cell Lung cancer (NSCLC) R&D. The therapies under development are focused on novel approaches to treat/improve Non-Small-Cell Lung cancer (NSCLC) . Non-Small-Cell Lung cancer (NSCLC) Emerging Drugs Chapters This segment of the Non-Small-Cell Lung cancer (NSCLC) report encloses its detailed analysis of various drugs in different stages of clinical development, including phase II, I, preclinical and Discovery. It also helps to understand clinical trial details, expressive pharmacological action, agreements and collaborations, and the latest news and press releases. Non-Small-Cell Lung cancer (NSCLC) Emerging Drugs V940: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC V940 is designed to stimulate an immune response by generating specific T cell responses based on the unique mutational signature of a patient's tumor. It is a novel investigational messenger ribonucleic acid (mRNA)-based personalized cancer vaccine consisting of a single synthetic mRNA coding for up to 34 neoantigens that is designed and produced based on the unique mutational signature of the DNA sequence of the patient's tumor. Upon administration into the body, the algorithmically derived and RNA-encoded neoantigen sequences are endogenously translated and undergo natural cellular antigen processing and presentation, a key step in adaptive immunity. The drug is in Phase III stage for the treatment of NSCLC. QL1706: Qilu Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. QL1706 is an investigational bifunctional antibody with additional anti-cytotoxic T lymphocyte antigen 4 (CTLA-4) antibody could increase the anti-tumor effect of anti-programmed cell death 1 (PD-1) antibody. QL1706 is a novel dual immune checkpoint blockade containing a mixture of anti-PD-1 IgG4 and anti-CTLA4 IgG1 antibodies produced by a single cell line. The drug is in Phase III stage for the treatment of NSCLC. Zenocutuzumab (MCLA-128): Merus N.V. Zenocutuzumab (MCLA-128; Zeno) is a Biclonics antibody that overcomes HER3 mediated NRG1 (or NRG1 fusion) signaling in tumor cells. Zeno docks on HER2, then binds to and blocks the NRG1 fusion-HER3 interaction and HER3 heterodimerization with HER2. It has a dual mechanism against cancer, as it prevents NRG1 fusions from binding to the protein HER3 and it blocks the interaction of HER3 with HER2, which the cancer cells depend on to survive and multiply. Currently, the drug is in Phase II stage for the treatment of NSCLC. ZW49: Zymeworks BC Inc. ZW49 (zanidatamab zovodotin) is a bispecific anti-HER2 ADC that is based on the same antibody framework as ZW25 but armed with a cytotoxic payload. A biparatopic (targeting two different non-overlapping epitopes on ERBB2, on extracellular domains 2 (ECD2) and 4 (ECD4). ZW25 is an anti-HER2 biparatopic antibody which binds to the same domains as trastuzumab and pertuzumab. ZW25 simultaneously binds two distinct sites on HER2, a protein expressed on many types of cancer cells. This unique design results in multiple mechanisms of action, including dual HER2 signal blockade, increased antibody binding, receptor clustering, and removal of HER2 from the cell surface, and potent e?ector function. ZW49 is in Phase I of clinical trials for the treatment of non-small cell lung cancer. Non-Small-Cell Lung cancer (NSCLC): Pipeline Development Activities The report provides insights into different therapeutic candidates in phase II, I, preclinical and discovery stage. It also analyses Non-Small-Cell Lung cancer (NSCLC) therapeutic drugs key players involved in developing key drugs. Pipeline Development Activities The report covers the detailed information of collaborations, acquisition and merger, licensing along with a thorough therapeutic assessment of emerging Non-Small-Cell Lung cancer (NSCLC) drugs. Non-Small-Cell Lung cancer (NSCLC) : Therapeutic Assessment Major Players in Non-Small-Cell Lung cancer (NSCLC) There are approx. 100+ key companies which are developing the therapies for Non-Small-Cell Lung cancer (NSCLC). The companies which have their Non-Small-Cell Lung cancer (NSCLC) drug candidates in the most advanced stage, i.e. Phase III include, Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC. Phases Late stage products (Phase III) Mid-stage products (Phase II) Early-stage product (Phase I) along with the details of Pre-clinical and Discovery stage candidates Discontinued & Inactive candidates Route of Administration Products have been categorized under various ROAs such as Oral Intravenous Subcutaneous Parenteral Topical Molecule Type Products have been categorized under various Molecule types such as Recombinant fusion proteins Small molecule Monoclonal antibody Peptide Polymer Gene therapy Product Type Non-Small-Cell Lung cancer (NSCLC) Report Insights Non-Small-Cell Lung cancer (NSCLC) Pipeline Analysis Therapeutic Assessment Unmet Needs Impact of Drugs Non-Small-Cell Lung cancer (NSCLC) Report Assessment Pipeline Product Profiles Therapeutic Assessment Pipeline Assessment Inactive drugs assessment Unmet Needs Key Players Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC Suzhou Puhe Pharmaceutical Technology Co., LTD Merus N.V. Zymeworks BC Inc. Cytos Biotechnology Exelixis ProfoundBio US Co. Beijing Pearl Biotechnology Limited Liability Company Pfizer OncoResponse, Inc. Next Point Therapeutics, Inc. Light Chain Bioscience - Novimmune SA Medolution Ltd. Immunitas Therapeutics Shanghai Henlius Biotech Key Products V940 YK-029A Zenocutuzumab (MCLA-128) ZW49 CMP 001 XL092 PRO1184 PLB1001 PF-07257876 OR2805 NPX267 NI-1801 Keynatinib IMT-009 HLX301 For more information about this clinical trials report visit https://www.researchandmarkets.com/r/w14gce About ResearchAndMarkets.com ResearchAndMarkets.com is the world's leading source for international market research reports and market data. We provide you with the latest data on international and regional markets, key industries, the top companies, new products and the latest trends.