NCT06541249 · Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
MethoTRExATE in MyelOpRolifErative Neoplasms (TREATMORE) Trial
(TREATMORE)
What this study is about
Low-dose MTX is a widely used, inexpensive, and safe therapy used for decades and is well tolerated by patients with rheumatologic diseases. Recently, it was identified as a type 2 JAK inhibitor. If MTX proves to be safe and tolerable with a signal of clinical activity, this could have a significant benefit to patients with MPNs.
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Low-dose MTX is a widely used, inexpensive, and safe therapy used for decades and is well tolerated by patients with rheumatologic diseases. Recently, it was identified as a type 2 JAK inhibitor. If MTX proves to be safe and tolerable with a signal of clinical activity, this could have a significant benefit to patients with MPNs. Beyond the potential benefit of adding a type 2 JAK inhibitor to current therapy, this could signal the need to study MTX in MPNs further as a monotherapy. Discovering MTX as safe and clinically effective in MPNs could be profound on both a public health and global health scale for patients who are uninsured and cannot afford more expensive novel JAK inhibitors, or for those in countries where JAK inhibitors are not available. Accordingly, the research team deems it reasonable and prudent to assess the safety and efficacy of MTX in addition to current therapy for patients with MPN. The research team will evaluate patients for spleen responses, symptom responses, and cytologic responses. Correlative data will evaluate pharmacokinetic and disease modifying activity of MTX in MPNs to inform future clinical trials.
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
- Be ≥18 years of age at time of signing the informed consent form (ICF)
- Must voluntarily sign ICF and be willing and able to adhere to the study visit schedule and all protocol requirements
- Have a pathologically confirmed diagnosis of PV, ET, PMF, post-ET-MF, or post-PV-MF as per WHO diagnostic criteria
- Participants with MF may have low, intermediate 1, intermediate 2, or high-risk disease by Dynamic International Prognostic Scoring System (DIPSS). Participants with PV and ET with both low- and high-risk disease may be included.
- Must have received at least 12 weeks of current MPN therapy at stable doses and have persistent clinical burden and/or cytologic abnormalities as defined by the following:
- Clinical burden is defined as MPN-SAF TSS \>12 points and/or palpable spleen of ≥5cm
- Cytologic abnormalities include the following for each disease state:
- Persistent leukocytosis as defined by WBC \>12 x 109/L
- Persistent therapeutic phlebotomy dependence (\>2 phlebotomies within 24 weeks of screening, and \>1 phlebotomy within 16 weeks of screening, as defined in the PROUD-PV studies) for a goal HCT \<45% and/or
- Leukocytosis as defined by WBC \>12 x 109/L and/or
- Thrombocytosis defined as platelet count \>500 x 109/L
- Persistent leukocytosis as defined by WBC \>12 x 109/L and/or
- Thrombocytosis defined as platelet count \>500 x 109/L
- Permitted concurrent MPN therapies include: aspirin, hydroxyurea, anagrelide, ropeginterferon alfa-2b, peginterferon alfa-2a, erythropoiesis-stimulating agents, phlebotomy, and/or ruxolitinib.
- A stable dose is defined as 12 weeks of treatment without a change in dosing
- Patients with myelofibrosis must be on stable dose of ruxolitinib
- Must have adequate organ function as demonstrated by the following:
- AST, ALT \<3x upper limit of normal (ULN) and no known history of cirrhosis
- Total bilirubin \<3mg/dL
- Creatinine clearance (CrCl) \>40 mL/min as estimated with the Cockcroft-Gault equation
- Baseline platelet count \>50 x 109/L for MF and \>150 x 109/L for ET/PV
- Baseline absolute neutrophil count (ANC) \>1000
- Peripheral blood blast count \<10%
- ECOG performance status ≤2
- Life expectancy of at least six months
- Female participants of childbearing potential must have a negative serum pregnancy test at screening and Cycle 1 Day 1 and must agree to use adequate contraception prior to study entry, for the duration of study participation, and for 6 months following completion of therapy. Should a woman become pregnant or suspect she is pregnant while participating in this study, she should inform her treating physician immediately
- Recommended methods of birth control are:
- The consistent use of an approved hormonal contraception (birth control pill/patches, rings), an intrauterine device (IUD), contraceptive injection (Depo-Provera), double barrier methods (diaphragm with spermicidal gel or condoms with contraceptive foam), sexual abstinence (no sexual intercourse), or sterilization
- A woman of childbearing potential is any woman (regardless of sexual orientation, having undergone a tubal litigation, or remaining celibate by choice) who meets the following criteria:
- Has not undergone a hysterectomy or bilateral oophorectomy; or
- Has not been naturally postmenopausal for at least 12 consecutive months
- Male participants must agree to use an adequate method of contraception and must not father a child or donate sperm starting with the first dose of study therapy through 120 days after the last dose of study therapy
Exclusion criteria
- Currently participating and receiving study therapy or has participated in a study of an investigational agent and received study therapy or used an investigational device within 4 weeks of the first dose of treatment
- Prescribed MTX for another indication
- History of stroke, unstable angina, myocardial infarction, or ventricular arrhythmia requiring medication or mechanical control within the last 6 months
- Have other invasive malignancies within the last 3 years, except non-melanoma skin cancer and localized, cured prostate and cervical cancer
- Have moderate or severe cardiovascular disease as defined by the following:
- Have cardiac disease, including a myocardial infarction within 6 months prior to study entry, unstable angina pectoris, New York Heart Association Class III/IV congestive heart failure, or uncontrolled hypertension
- Have documented major ECG abnormalities (not responding to medical treatments)
- Be an organ transplant recipient other than bone marrow transplant
- Presence of active serious infection
- Have a known history B, or untreated hepatitis C infection
- Have a known history of pulmonary fibrosis, interstitial pneumonitis
- Have a known history of chronic pericardial effusions, pleural effusions, or ascites
- Have a known history of cirrhosis, or current heavy alcohol consumption
- Have impairment of gastrointestinal function or gastrointestinal disease that could significantly alter the absorption of MTX, including any unresolved nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea \> CTCAE v5.0 grade 1
- Have known history of tuberculosis or severe fungal infection
- Is receiving specific concomitant medications that are contraindicated with MTX.
- Women who are pregnant or lactating, or plan to become pregnant during trial period
- Have any serious, unstable medical or psychiatric condition that would prevent (as judged by the Investigator) the participant from signing the informed consent form or any condition, including the presence of laboratory abnormalities, which places the participant at unacceptable risk if he/she were to participate in the study or confounds the ability to interpret data from the study
- Is or has an immediate family member (e.g., spouse, parent/legal guardian, sibling, or child) who is investigational site or sponsor staff directly involved with this trial, unless prospective IRB approval (by chair or designee) is given allowing exception to this criterion for a specific participant
Where
- New York, New York
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 Dec 17, 2025 · Source of record for eligibility and locations