Study Comparing Vemurafenib and Obinutuzumab with Cladribine and Rituximab for Hairy Cell Leukemia

Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center

Sponsor score: 60
Inactive

ClinicalTrials ID:NCT06561360

This clinical trial is comparing two treatment options for people with Hairy Cell Leukemia (HCL) to see which one is safer and more effective. Researchers are testing if the combination of vemurafenib and obinutuzumab, which are non-chemotherapy drugs, causes fewer side effects than the standard chemotherapy approach using cladribine and rituximab.

Patient Parameters

Program Overview

The purpose of this study is to compare the safety and effectiveness of two different treatment combinations for Hairy Cell Leukemia (HCL). One group will receive vemurafenib and obinutuzumab, while the other group will receive cladribine and rituximab. Researchers want to find out which treatment causes fewer side effects and is better at eliminating cancer cells.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

  • Must be 18 years or older.
  • Have a confirmed diagnosis of classical Hairy Cell Leukemia (HCL).
  • Have a specific genetic mutation called BRAF V600E.
  • Have not received any previous treatment for HCL.
  • Meet certain health criteria, such as low blood cell counts.
  • Be in good general health with an ECOG performance status of 0 to 2.
  • Have acceptable organ function based on specific blood tests.
  • Have a normal heart rhythm and function based on an ECG test.
  • Women of childbearing potential must agree to use two forms of birth control during the study and for a period after treatment ends.
  • Men must agree to use a condom and ensure their female partners use an additional form of birth control during the study and for a period after treatment ends.
  • Women of childbearing potential must have a negative pregnancy test before starting treatment.

Exclusion Criteria

  • Have had previous treatment for HCL, except for supportive care like blood transfusions.
  • Have allergies to any of the study drugs.
  • Have a history of heart rhythm problems or uncorrectable electrolyte imbalances.
  • Have significant liver disease or current alcohol abuse.
  • Test positive for hepatitis B or C, unless certain conditions are met.
  • Have an HIV or HTLV-1 infection.
  • Have an active, uncontrolled infection.
  • Have received a live vaccine within 28 days before starting the study.
  • Have another active cancer, except for certain skin cancers or early-stage cancers that have been treated and are in remission.
  • Have a condition that affects the absorption of oral medications.
  • Have a variant of HCL that lacks a specific marker (CD25).
  • Are pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning to become pregnant during the study.

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