Thalidomide for Nausea from Chemotherapy in Pancreatic Cancer

Thalidomide to Chemotherapy Related Nausea and Vomiting in Pancreatic Cancer

Recruiting Phase 3 Interventional Study
Pancreatic Cancer Stage IV Chemotherapy-induced Nausea and Vomiting
No Placebo Group Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo. Pivotal Trial This treatment is in the last trial phase before FDA approval. Prior Safety Data This treatment has already been tested in at least one earlier human trial.
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At a Glance
Age
18 – 80
Sex
Any
Trial phase
Phase 3
Study type
Interventional
Purpose
Treatment
Participants needed
100 (estimated)
Sponsor
Fudan University · Other
Who this trial is looking for

This trial is looking for patients with stage IV pancreatic cancer who have nausea from chemotherapy. Participants will take thalidomide to see if it helps improve their quality of life during treatment.

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
Rules you out Non-adenocarcinoma of pancreasPancreatitis

You may be able to join if

  • I am between 18 and 80 years old.
  • I have been diagnosed with metastatic pancreatic adenocarcinoma.
  • I can understand and sign a consent form.
  • I have a performance status of 0-2.
  • I have at least one measurable tumor.
  • My expected survival is at least 3 months.
  • I will use contraception if I am able to have children.

You may not be able to join if

  • I have received any anti-tumor treatment before this study.
  • I am pregnant or nursing.
  • I have severe diseases that affect my health.
  • I have a history of severe allergic reactions to similar drugs.
  • I have uncontrolled diabetes.
  • I have had a heart attack in the past 6 months.
  • I am not able to follow the study procedures.

Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.

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About This Trial

The purpose of this study is to evaluate the efficacy of thalidomide on improving the quality of life for metastatic pancreatic cancer patients receiving gemcitabine and nab-paclitaxel chemotherapy.

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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Ability to understand and the willingness to sign a written informed consent document. * Age ≥ 18 years and ≤ 80 years. * Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group (ECOG) performance status 0-2. * Histologically or cytologically confirmed metastatic pancreas adenocarcinoma. * Adequat…
Contacts

Ying Yang, MD

86 64175590

yangying@fudanpci.org

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