NCT04686305 · AstraZeneca
Phase Ib Study of the Safety of T-DXd and Immunotherapy Agents With and Without Chemotherapy in Advanced or Metastatic HER2+, Non-squamous NSCLC
(DL03)
What this study is about
DESTINY-Lung03 will investigate the safety and how well patients handle the treatment of trastuzumab deruxtecan in combination with Immunotherapy Agents with and without chemotherapy in patients with HER2 over-expressing non-small cell lung cancer. The effectiveness will be also analyzed as a secondary goal measurement.
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DESTINY-Lung03 will investigate the safety and tolerability of trastuzumab deruxtecan in combination with Immunotherapy Agents with and without chemotherapy in patients with HER2 over-expressing non-small cell lung cancer. The efficacy will be also analyzed as a secondary endpoint.
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
- Histologically documented unresectable locally advanced/metastatic non-squamous NSCLC
- Part 1: Progression after 1 or 2 lines of systemic therapy for recurrent or metastatic setting.
- Part 3, Part 4 and Part 5: Patients must have tumors that do not harbor known genomic alterations or actionable driver kinases, for which approved therapies are available are allowed.
- Part 3, Part 4 and Part 5: Patient must be treatment-naïve for advanced or metastatic NSCLC. Patients who have received prior adjuvant, or neoadjuvant chemotherapy, or definitive chemoradiation for advanced disease are eligible, provided that progression has occurred \> 6 months from end of last therapy
- HER2overexpression status as determined by central review of tumor tissue
- WHO / ECOG performance status of 0 or 1
- Measurable target disease assessed by the investigator using RECIST 1.1
- Has protocol defined adequate organ and bone marrow function
- Part 3, Part 4 and Part 5: Minimum body weight of 35 kg.
Exclusion criteria
- HER2 mutation if previously known
- Has a history of (non-infectious) ILD/pneumonitis that required steroids, has current ILD/pneumonitis, or where suspected ILD/pneumonitis cannot be ruled out by imaging at screening
- Lung-specific intercurrent clinically significant illnesses including, but not limited to, any underlying pulmonary disorder and prior pneumonectomy
- Active primary immunodeficiency known HIV infection, or active chronic and resolved hepatitis B (positive hepatitis B virus surface antigen \[HBsAg+ve\] or hepatitis B virus core antibody (anti-HBc +ve) regardless of HBV DNA level)) or hepatitis C infection. Patients positive for HCV antibody are eligible only if polymerase chain reaction is negative for HCV RNA. Patients should be tested for HIV prior to treatment assignment if required by local regulations or IRB/EC
- Active infection including tuberculosis and uncontrolled infection requiring IV antibiotics, antivirals, or antifungals
- Spinal cord compression or clinically active central nervous system metastases, defined as untreated and symptomatic, or requiring therapy with corticosteroids or anticonvulsants to control associated symptoms
- Medical history of myocardial infarction within 6 months before treatment assignment, symptomatic CHF (New York Heart Association Class II to IV), clinically important cardiac arrhythmias, or a recent (\< 6 months) cardiovascular event including stroke
- For Part 3, Part 4 and Part 5: Cardiomyopathy of any etiology, symptomatic CHF (as defined by New York Heart Association Class \> II), unstable angina pectoris, history of MI within the past 12 months, or cardiac arrhythmia are to be excluded. Patients with troponin levels above ULN at screening (as defined by the manufacturer), and without any myocardial related symptoms, should have a cardiologic consultation before treatment assignment to rule out acute cardiopulmonary events.
- Ascites or pericardial effusion that requires drainage, peritoneal shunt, Pleuroperitoneal shunt or CART (Concentrated Ascites Reinfusion Therapy)
- For Part 3, Part 4 and Part 5: Active non-infectious skin disease (including any grade rash, urticarial, dermatitis, ulceration, or psoriasis) requiring systemic treatment, active or prior documented autoimmune or inflammatory disorders requiring chronic treatment with steroids or other immunosuppressive treatment.
- Unresolved toxicities not yet resolved to Grade ≤ 1 or baseline from previous anticancer therapy OR prior discontinuation of any planned study therapy due to toxicity.
- must not have any medical contraindication to platinum-based chemotherapy.
- Part 3, Part 4 and Part 5 patients must not have had prior exposure to anti-PD-1, anti-PD-L1, anti-CTLA-4, anti-TIGIT or any other experimental immunotherapy in any setting.
- For Part 3, Part 4 and Part 5: History of substance abuse or any other medical or psychological conditions that may, in the opinion of the Investigator, interfere with the subject's participation in the clinical study or evaluation of the clinical study results
- For Part 3, Part 4 and Part 5: History of thromboembolic events within 3 months before the first dose of IP (limited to pulmonary embolism, deep vein thrombosis, or cerebral venous sinus thrombosis).
Where
- Duarte, California
- Newport Beach, California
- Orange, California
- Santa Rosa, California
- Westwood, Kansas
- Baltimore, Maryland
- Detroit, Michigan
- Buffalo, New York
- New York, New York
- The Bronx, New York
- Houston, Texas
- Fairfax, Virginia
And 1 more location — see the full list below.
Frequently asked questions
What is a clinical trial?
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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 13, 2026 · Source of record for eligibility and locations