NCT06249282 · City of Hope Medical Center
Carfilzomib in Combination With Sotorasib for the Treatment of Patients With KRAS G12C Mutated Advanced or Metastatic Non-small Cell Lung Cancer
What this study is about
This phase I trial tests the safety, side effects, and best dose of carfilzomib in combination with sotorasib in treating patients with KRAS G12C-mutated non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) that may have spread from where it first started to nearby tissue, lymph nodes, or distant parts of the body (advanced) or that has spread from where it first started (primary site) to other places in the body (metastatic). Carfilzomib is a drug that binds to and inhibits the activity of the protein complex that is responsible for degrading other damaged or unneeded proteins. The inhibition of this protein by carfilzomib can then cause tumor growth inhibition and cell death. Sotorasib is a drug that binds to and inhibits the activity of the KRAS G12C mutant. This may inhibit growth in KRAS G12C-expressing tumor cells. Combining carfilzomib and sotorasib may be a safe and effective treatment option for patients with KRAS G12C-mutated advanced or metastatic NSCLC.
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This phase I trial tests the safety, side effects, and best dose of carfilzomib in combination with sotorasib in treating patients with KRAS G12C-mutated non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) that may have spread from where it first started to nearby tissue, lymph nodes, or distant parts of the body (advanced) or that has spread from where it first started (primary site) to other places in the body (metastatic). Carfilzomib is a drug that binds to and inhibits the activity of the protein complex that is responsible for degrading other damaged or unneeded proteins. The inhibition of this protein by carfilzomib can then cause tumor growth inhibition and cell death. Sotorasib is a drug that binds to and inhibits the activity of the KRAS G12C mutant. This may inhibit growth in KRAS G12C-expressing tumor cells. Combining carfilzomib and sotorasib may be a safe and effective treatment option for patients with KRAS G12C-mutated advanced or metastatic NSCLC.
Who can participate
This study lists these criteria on ClinicalTrials.gov. A study coordinator reviews eligibility during screening — this page does not determine whether you qualify.
Inclusion criteria
- Documented informed consent of the participant and/or legally authorized representative
- Age: ≥ 18 years
- Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group (ECOG) ≤ 2
- Histologically confirmed NSCLC that is metastatic or advanced. The tumor must exhibit evidence of KRASG12C mutation which is determined by either a Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act (CLIA) certified ctDNA assay or by a CLIA certified tumor tissue assay
- Measurable disease by RECIST v1.1
- Failed prior KRAS inhibitor
- Fully recovered from the acute toxic effects (except alopecia) from prior anti-cancer therapy
- Patients with known history or current symptoms of cardiac disease, or history of treatment with cardiotoxic agents, should have a clinical risk assessment of cardiac function using the New York Heart Association Functional Classification. To be eligible for this trial, patients should be class 2B or better
- Patients with new or progressive brain metastases (active brain metastases) or leptomeningeal disease are eligible if the treating physician determines that immediate central nervous system (CNS) specific treatment is not required and is unlikely to be required during the first cycle of therapy
- Absolute neutrophil count (ANC) ≥ 1,500/mm\^3 (performed within 14 days prior to day 1 of protocol therapy)
- NOTE: Growth factor is not permitted within 14 days of ANC assessment unless cytopenia is secondary to disease involvement
- Hemoglobin (Hb) ≥ 9 g/dL (performed within 14 days prior to day 1 of protocol therapy)
- Platelets ≥ 100,000/mm\^3 (performed within 14 days prior to day 1 of protocol therapy)
- NOTE: Platelet transfusions are not permitted within 14 days of platelet assessment unless cytopenia is secondary to disease involvement
- Total bilirubin ≤ 1.5 x upper limit of normal (ULN) (unless has Gilbert's disease) (performed within 14 days prior to day 1 of protocol therapy)
- Aspartate aminotransferase (AST) ≤ 3 x ULN (or ≤ 5 x ULN in the setting of liver metastatic disease) (performed within 14 days prior to day 1 of protocol therapy)
- Alanine aminotransferase (ALT) ≤ 5 x ULN (or ≤ 5 x ULN in the setting of liver metastatic disease) (performed within 14 days prior to day 1 of protocol therapy)
- Creatinine clearance of ≤ 1.5 x ULN or glomerular filtration rate (GFR) ≥ 60 mL/min/1.73 m\^2 (performed within 14 days prior to day 1 of protocol therapy)
- Women of childbearing potential (WOCBP): negative urine or serum pregnancy test (performed within 14 days prior to day 1 of protocol therapy)
- If the urine test is positive or cannot be confirmed as negative, a serum pregnancy test will be required
- Agreement by females and males of childbearing potential to use an effective method of birth control or abstain from heterosexual activity for the course of the study through at least 120 days after the last dose of protocol therapy.
- Childbearing potential defined as not being surgically sterilized (men and women) or have not been free from menses for \> 1 year (women only)
Exclusion criteria
- Chemotherapy or immunotherapy within 21 days prior to day 1 of protocol therapy
- Radiation therapy within 14 days prior to day 1 of protocol therapy
- KRAS inhibitor within 14 days prior to day 1 of protocol therapy
- Investigational therapy within 28 days prior to day 1 of protocol therapy (or 5 half-lives, use whichever is shorter)
- Inability to previously tolerate (240 mg, QD) sotorasib
- History of allergic reactions attributed to compounds of similar chemical or biologic composition to study agent
- Clinically significant uncontrolled illness
- Evidence of chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection and HBV viral load detectable
- Evidence of untreated chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection. Patients with HCV infection currently on treatment are eligible if they have an undetectable HCV viral load
- Active infection requiring antibiotics (not to be completed by day 1 of protocol therapy)
- Known history of immunodeficiency virus (HIV) with detectable viral load
- Prior or concurrent malignancy whose natural history or treatment has the potential to interfere with the safety or efficacy assessment of the investigational regimen
- New York Heart Association (NYHA) class III or IV heart failure, myocardial infarction in the preceding 6 months, conduction abnormalities uncontrolled by medications
- Females only: Pregnant or breastfeeding
- Any other condition that would, in the investigator's judgment, contraindicate the patient's participation in the clinical study due to safety concerns with clinical study procedures
- Prospective participants who, in the opinion of the investigator, may not be able to comply with all study procedures (including compliance issues related to feasibility/logistics)
Where
- Duarte, California
- Irvine, California
Frequently asked questions
What is a clinical trial?
A clinical trial is a research study that tests new medical treatments, drugs, devices, or procedures to determine their safety and effectiveness. Trials are carefully designed and monitored to protect participants while advancing medical knowledge.
Is it safe to participate?
Clinical trials follow strict safety guidelines and ethical standards. Trials must be reviewed and approved, and participants are closely monitored by medical professionals throughout the study. You can withdraw at any time if you choose.
Will I be compensated?
Many clinical trials offer compensation for your time, travel expenses, and inconvenience. The specific compensation varies by study and will be discussed during the screening process. All study-related medical care is typically provided at no cost to participants.
Will I receive a placebo instead of treatment?
When effective treatment exists, participants typically receive either the standard treatment plus the study intervention, or the standard treatment plus placebo. You would not be denied effective care. Placebos are primarily used when no proven treatment is available, or in addition to standard care. Your trial consent form will clearly explain what treatments you may receive.
Can I leave a trial if I change my mind?
Absolutely. Participation in clinical trials is completely voluntary. You have the right to withdraw from the study at any time, for any reason, without penalty or loss of benefits to which you are otherwise entitled.
How long does a clinical trial last?
Trial duration varies widely depending on the study design and purpose. Some trials last just a few weeks, while others may continue for months or years. The study coordinator will provide specific timeline information during your screening call.
Data: ClinicalTrials.gov · synced Apr 3, 2026 · Source of record for eligibility and locations