Study on Selpercatinib After Surgery or Radiation for Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC)

Sponsor: Eli Lilly and Company

Sponsor score: 60
Inactive

ClinicalTrials ID:NCT04819100

This clinical trial is testing whether the drug selpercatinib can safely and effectively delay the return of cancer in patients with early-stage non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) who have already had surgery or radiation. Participants may be in the study for up to three years, and those on placebo can switch to selpercatinib if their cancer returns or worsens.

Patient Parameters

Program Overview

The purpose of this study is to determine if selpercatinib, compared to a placebo, can help prevent the return of cancer in patients with early-stage non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) who have undergone surgery or radiation. Participants who initially receive a placebo and experience cancer recurrence or worsening may have the option to switch to selpercatinib. The study may last up to three years for each participant.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

  • Have been diagnosed with Stage IB, II, or IIIA non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC).
  • Have a specific genetic change called RET gene fusion in the tumor, confirmed by certain lab tests.
  • Have completed surgery or radiation aimed at curing the cancer.
  • Have either completed available anti-cancer treatments like chemotherapy or are not suitable for them, as decided by the doctor.
  • Must start the study within 10 weeks after surgery or radiation if no chemotherapy was given, or within 26 weeks if chemotherapy was given.
  • Be in good overall health with an ECOG performance status of 0 or 1, meaning fully active or restricted in physically strenuous activity but ambulatory.
  • Have good blood, liver, and kidney function.
  • Agree to use effective birth control during the study and for at least two weeks after the last dose of the study drug if of reproductive potential.

Exclusion Criteria

  • Have other known genetic changes driving the cancer.
  • Have evidence of small cell lung cancer.
  • Have signs of cancer returning or worsening after surgery or radiation.
  • Have lung conditions like interstitial fibrosis or lung disease, or a history of lung inflammation requiring steroids.
  • Have serious heart problems or a recent heart attack, or a specific heart rhythm issue.
  • Have uncontrolled HIV infection.
  • Have active hepatitis B or C.
  • Have uncontrolled infections or serious ongoing illnesses like high blood pressure or diabetes.
  • Have had major surgery within four weeks before starting the study drug.
  • Have conditions affecting the absorption of the study drug.
  • Have another active cancer, except for certain skin or cervical cancers, or cancers diagnosed over two years ago that are not active.
  • Be pregnant or breastfeeding.
  • Have previously been treated with a selective RET inhibitor like selpercatinib or pralsetinib.

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