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At a Glance
Age
18 and older
Sex
Any
Trial phase
Phase 1
Study type
Interventional
Purpose
Basic Science
Participants needed
80 (estimated)
Sponsor
Shanna Babalonis, PhD · Other
Who this trial is looking for
This trial is looking for adults with cancer to test the effects of cannabis. Participants will receive either cannabis or a placebo for about 4 months to see how it helps with cancer-related symptoms like pain and nausea.
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
Rules you outCheckpoint inhibitor useHPV-related cancer
You may be able to join if
I am at least 18 years old.
I have been diagnosed with cancer.
I am currently receiving cancer treatment.
I have been on my current cancer treatment for at least one month.
I can provide a negative urine drug screen for illicit drugs and THC.
I understand and can sign a consent form.
If I can become pregnant, I will use effective birth control.
I have good organ function based on my ECG and lab results.
You may not be able to join if
I have a history of allergies to cannabis.
I currently use cannabis or related medications.
I have heart conditions that prevent me from using cannabis.
I am pregnant or breastfeeding.
I have a history of seizure disorder or epilepsy.
I have serious alcohol or drug use issues.
I am currently enrolled in substance use treatment.
I cannot participate in daily video calls due to lack of internet access.
Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria.
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This study will enroll patients with cancer and participants will be randomized to receive one dose of cannabis for approximately 4 months. There is a 3/4 (or 75%) chance that a participant will receive an active cannabis dose in the study. There is a 1/4 (or 25% chance) that a participant will receive a placebo dose (meaning a blank dose/no cannabis/no active drug). The goals of this study are to…
This study will enroll patients with cancer and participants will be randomized to receive one dose of cannabis for approximately 4 months. There is a 3/4 (or 75%) chance that a participant will receive an active cannabis dose in the study. There is a 1/4 (or 25% chance) that a participant will receive a placebo dose (meaning a blank dose/no cannabis/no active drug). The goals of this study are to determine 1) the safety and tolerability of cannabis in individuals with cancer and 2) if cannabis can help with the side effects of cancer and cancer treatment - including nausea and vomiting, appetite, pain, sleep, and quality of life.
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Eligibility Criteria
Example Inclusion Criteria:
* Histologically or cytologically confirmed locally advanced or metastatic solid tumors with any types. This applies to either newly diagnosed cancer or preexisting ones on treatment.
* Patients with active cancers and currently under any line of treatment (please see no…
Example Inclusion Criteria:
* Histologically or cytologically confirmed locally advanced or metastatic solid tumors with any types. This applies to either newly diagnosed cancer or preexisting ones on treatment.
* Patients with active cancers and currently under any line of treatment (please see notable exceptions in the exclusion criteria - patients taking checkpoint inhibitors and investigational agents will not be eligible - also exclusionary medications).
* Patients have been taking their current anti-cancer therapy regimen for at least one month prior to enrollment (to ensure no safety or toxicity issues with study drug initiation).
* Age ≥18 years.
* ECG and lab values demonstrating adequate organ and marrow function at baseline (pre-study).
* Negative urine drug screen for all illicit drugs and THC, CBD prior to randomization
* Ability to understand and the willingness to sign a written informed consent document
* Individuals able to become pregnant will agree to practice an effective form of contraception (e.g., oral birth control pills, condoms, abstinence) for the duration of enrollment (note: urine pregnancy testing will occur monthly)
Exclusion Criteria:
* History of hypersensitivity to cannabis or cannabinoids
* Current, regular use of cannabis/marijuana or THC-containing medications (dronabinol, nabilone) or cannabidiol (Epidiolex) or over-the-counter (OTC) CBD oil.
* Concomitant use of checkpoint inhibitors (e.g., anti-PD1, PDL1, CTLA4) or other drugs for which an cannabinoid interaction may occur.
* Current use of investigational agents, \<3 months after the use of investigational agents
* Cardiac conditions contraindicated for cannabis use
* Diagnosis of HPV-related cancer, as there is some evidence that cannabis is contraindicated
* Allergy to any constituent/ingredient contained in the edible dose
* Psychiatric illness/social situations that would limit compliance with study requirements (e.g., bipolar disorder, psychosis, severe depression/anxiety).
* Pregnant or breastfeeding (note: participants will be tested for pregnancy (urine sample) once per month during enrollment)
* Current moderate/severe drug or alcohol use disorder (including cannabis use disorder), positive urine drug screen for illicit drugs or cannabis, or positive alcohol (breathalyzer) during screening
* History of seizure disorder, epilepsy (controlled or uncontrolled)
* Current legal obligations (parole, probation, incarceration, urine drug screen requirements as part of parole/probation/previous incarceration)
* Currently enrolled in substance use treatment
* Self-reported cannabis and synthetic cannabinoid use in the past 30 days (medical or non-medical use is exclusionary)
* Self-reported illicit drug use in past 60 days (ex: methamphetamine, heroin, illicit fentanyl)
* Self-reported daily alcohol use
* Providing a urine sample testing positive for cannabinoids (THC, CBD) or synthetic cannabinoids (K2, Spice-like compounds)
* Providing a sample testing positive for alcohol (breathalyzer) or non-medical use of other drugs (methamphetamine, cocaine) during screening; testing positive during enrollment will lead to discontinuation of the participant's enrollment
* No access to internet/data or devices needed to participate in daily video calls
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