Clinical trial Recruiting at 2 sites Phase1; Phase2 Interventional Ages 18 to 65

Dose-escalation and dose-optimization of CID-103 for adults with chronic immune thrombocytopenia

Official title: A Dose-escalation and Safety Study of CID-103 Followed by a Randomized, Open-label, Parallel-arm Multi-dose Study Evaluating the Efficacy and Tolerability of CID-103 in Adults With Chronic Immune Thrombocytopenia

Run by CASI pharmaceuticals, Inc. · NCT07017725 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This trial will test CID-103, an anti-CD38 antibody given by IV, to see if it raises platelet counts in adults 18–65 with chronic ITP who have not responded adequately to prior treatments.

Quick facts

PhasePhase1; Phase2
Study typeInterventional
Ages18 Years to 65 Years
SexAll
Enrollment75 (estimated)
SponsorCASI pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Industry-sponsored
Drugs / interventionsrituximab
Locations6 sites (Tangshan, Hebei and 5 other locations)
StatusRecruiting
StartedJanuary 3, 2025
Main results expectedJune 1, 2026
Study endsDecember 30, 2026
Registry record updatedJune 12, 2025
Trial IDNCT07017725 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Adults 18–65 with chronic ITP (≥3 months), a mean platelet count ≤35 × 10^9/L on screening, a prior response to ITP therapy (excluding TPO-RAs), and at least two prior lines of systemic treatment are the intended participants.

Probably not a fit

Patients outside the 18–65 age range, those with platelet counts persistently above 35 × 10^9/L, or those who have not had at least two prior systemic treatment lines (or who only received TPO-RAs) are unlikely to be eligible or to benefit from this protocol.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

CID-103 is an experimental anti-CD38 monoclonal antibody given by intravenous infusion; the program starts with a Phase 1 dose-escalation (Part A) to define safety and tolerability and a Phase 2 dose-optimal stage (Part B) comparing up to three dose regimens. Eligible adults with chronic ITP and low platelet counts will be enrolled at sites in China. Key outcomes include adverse events, tolerability, and platelet count responses over time to identify an optimal dose and schedule for future studies. The protocol includes regular safety labs, scheduled IV administrations, and follow-up visits to monitor efficacy and side effects.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, CID-103 could raise platelet counts, reduce bleeding risk, and lessen the need for other ITP therapies.

How similar studies have gone: Other anti-CD38 agents such as daratumumab have shown promise in case series for refractory autoimmune cytopenias including ITP, but CID-103 itself is novel and has not been proven in large trials.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

1. Male or female individuals aged 18 to 65 years at time of signing of ICF. Disease-related.
2. Diagnosed with ITP that has persisted for ≥ 3 months, diagnosed in accordance with The American Society of Hematology 2019 Guidelines for Immune Thrombocytopenia or the Updated International Consensus Report on the Investigation and Management of Primary Immune Thrombocytopenia (as locally applicable).
3. Diagnosis of ITP supported by a prior response to an ITP treatment (other than a thrombopoietin receptor agonists \[TPO-RA\]) that achieved a platelet count of ≥ 30 x 10\^9/L and a doubling of baseline measurement.
4. Has received at least two lines of SOC systemic treatment (i.e., corticosteroids and one other agent).
5. Has a mean platelet count ≤ 35 x 10\^9/L on at least two measurements at least one week apart during screening.
6. If receiving standard background treatment for ITP, treatment should be stable in dose and frequency for at least four weeks prior to first dose of CID-103.
7. Adequate organ function.
8. Contraception: Female participants must either be non-pregnant or not breastfeeding and must have a negative pregnancy test. Male and female participants must meet the contraceptive requirements.

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Prior treatment with any anti-CD38 agent, or has been treated with anti-Bruton's tyrosine kinase (BTK), neonatal Fc receptor (FcRn) antagonist or complement inhibitor within three months prior to first dose of CID-103.
2. Use of IV immunoglobulin, subcutaneous immunoglobulin or anti-D immunoglobulin treatment within four weeks of screening.
3. Treatment with rituximab or splenectomy within the three months prior to first dose of CID-103.
4. Use of anticoagulants or any drug with antiplatelet effect (such as aspirin) within three weeks before screening.
5. Receiving other concurrent investigational therapies or have received investigational therapies within four weeks of the first dose of CID-103 or five half-lives (if shorter).
6. Active hemolytic anemia.
7. Diagnosed with severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), Global Initiative for Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease (GOLD Stage 3 or 4) or asthma.
8. Has been diagnosed with myelodysplastic syndrome or other active malignancy.
9. Known / clinically significant amyloidosis.
10. Has a history of any thrombotic or embolic event within six months before screening.
11. A history or evidence of cardiovascular risk including left ventricular ejection fraction \< 50%, clinically significant uncontrolled ventricular arrhythmia, acute coronary syndrome history, coronary angioplasty or stenting within six months, current ≥ Class III congestive heart failure (NYHA guidelines), and treatment refractory hypertension.
12. Clinically significant medical history or ongoing chronic illness.
13. Known active infection with hepatitis B (HBV) (surface antigen) or infection with hepatitis C (HCV) in absence of sustained virologic response.
14. History of known or suspected immunosuppression.
15. Known active infection with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and CD4+ T cell count \< 350/μL.
16. Karnofsky Performance Status ≤ 70.

Where it's running

  • North China University of Science and Technology Affiliated Hospital
    Tangshan, Hebei, China
    Recruiting
  • Institute of Hematology & Blood Diseases Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences
    Tianjin, Tianjin Municipality, China
    Recruiting
  • Henan Cancer Hospital
    Zhengzhou, Henan, China
    Not yet recruiting
  • The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang University
    Nanchang, Jiangxi, China
    Not yet recruiting
  • Qilu Hospital of Shandong University
    Jinan, Shandong, China
    Not yet recruiting
  • The Second Affiliated Hospital of Kunming Medical University
    Kunming, Yunnan, China
    Not yet recruiting

Study contacts

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
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