Combination treatment for advanced gastric cancer

A Phase III Study Evaluating the Efficacy and Safety of ASKB589 Combined With CAPOX and PD-1 Inhibitor as First-Line Treatment in Claudin18.2 Positive Patients With Unresectable Locally Advanced or Metastatic Gastric or Gastroesophageal Junction Adenocarcinoma

Phase 3 Interventional AskGene Pharma, Inc. · NCT06206733

This study is testing a new combination treatment for advanced stomach cancer to see if it helps patients live longer without their disease getting worse compared to a placebo.

Quick facts

PhasePhase 3
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment780 (estimated)
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorAskGene Pharma, Inc. Industry-sponsored
Drugs / interventionschemotherapy
Locations1 site (Beijing)
Trial IDNCT06206733 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This multicenter, randomized, double-blind phase III clinical study aims to evaluate the efficacy of ASKB589 in combination with CAPOX and a PD-1 inhibitor compared to a placebo with the same chemotherapy regimen in patients with advanced or metastatic gastric and gastroesophageal junction adenocarcinoma. The primary endpoint is Progression Free Survival (PFS), and the study will also assess safety, tolerability, physical function, quality of life, and pharmacokinetics of ASKB589. Conducted in China, this study seeks to provide a new first-line treatment option for eligible patients.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates include patients with histologically confirmed advanced or metastatic gastric or gastroesophageal junction adenocarcinoma who are CLDN 18.2 positive and suitable for chemotherapy with a PD-1 inhibitor.

Not a fit: Patients with active central nervous system metastases, significant gastric bleeding, or those who have previously received anti-CLDN18.2 therapy may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this treatment could significantly improve progression-free survival for patients with advanced gastric cancer.

How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promising results with similar combination therapies, indicating potential for success in this approach.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

1. Histologically confirmed adenocarcinoma of gastric and gastroesophageal junction
2. Advanced recurrent or metastatic disease confirmed by imaging within 28 days prior to randomization
3. Suitable for chemotherapy combined with PD-1 inhibitor
4. Not suitable for anti-HER2 therapy
5. Have at least one measurable lesion according to RECIST1.1 assessed by site investigator within 28 days prior to randomization
6. CLDN 18.2 positive

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Patients with active central nervous system (CNS) metastases or suspected carcinomatous meningitis
2. Participants have significant gastric bleeding
3. The presence of clinically uncontrollable third interspace fluid
4. Received anti-CLDN18.2 antibody at any time in the past
5. Suspected complete or partial obstruction of gastroesophageal access

Where this trial is running

Beijing

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions Gastroesophageal Junction AdenocarcinomaGastric AdenocarcinomaCLDN 18.2ASKB589
Last reviewed 2026-06-13 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.