Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Phase1; Phase2 Interventional Ages 18 and up

Lurbinectedin with Osimertinib for transformed small cell lung cancer

Official title: Phase I/II Trial of Lurbinectedin With Osimertinib in Transformed Small Cell Lung Cancer

Run by Indiana University · NCT07153055 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study tests a drug combo (lurbinectedin plus osimertinib) to see if it can help adults whose EGFR-mutated non-small cell lung cancer has transformed into small cell lung cancer.

Quick facts

PhasePhase1; Phase2
Study typeInterventional
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment16 (estimated)
SponsorIndiana University
Academic / other
Drugs / interventionsosimertinib, immunotherapy, radiation
Locations1 site (Indianapolis, Indiana)
StatusRecruiting
StartedJanuary 2027
Main results expectedApril 2029
Study endsOctober 2029
Registry record updatedOctober 15, 2026
Trial IDNCT07153055 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Adults (18+) with histologically confirmed transformation to small cell lung cancer from EGFR-mutated NSCLC who previously received osimertinib and meet the study’s molecular and treatment criteria.

Probably not a fit

Patients with significant comorbidities, prior intolerance to either drug, or lacking evidence of transformation or receptor status may not benefit.

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

What this trial studies

This is an open-label, multi-center Phase Ib/II trial using a Bayesian design to find the maximum tolerated dose of the combination. After identifying the MTD based on 21-day DLTs, a Phase II expansion of 10 patients will enroll, incorporating the initial three in the MTD group. Participants receive lurbinectedin every 21 days and daily osimertinib until disease progression or unacceptable toxicity. The study aims to assess safety and preliminary efficacy in transformed SCLC arising from EGFR-mutated NSCLC previously treated with osimertinib. Eligibility focuses on adults with confirmed histologic transformation to SCLC and prior EGFR-targeted therapy, with specific criteria around prior treatments and molecular status.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, the combination could provide a new treatment option for transformed SCLC and potentially improve disease control.

How similar studies have gone: Precedent exists for activity of lurbinectedin in SCLC, but combining with osimertinib in transformed SCLC is exploratory and not yet proven.

Who can join: the full rules

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Inclusion Criteria

1. ≥ 18 years old at the time of informed consent.
2. Ability to provide written informed consent and HIPAA authorization.
3. Must have a histologically or cytologically confirmed transformation to small cell lung carcinoma/cancer.
4. Must have an initial diagnosis of EGFR altered (EGFR-mutated) non-small cell lung cancer and received EGFR targeted therapy (TKI) osimertinib, and does not demonstrate evidence of acquired molecular underpinnings (i.e., presence of a MET amplification \>6 copies or EGFR C797S) resulting in progression on osimertinib, aside from histologic transformation to small cell lung cancer. Interruptions of osimertinib prior to enrollment on study is permitted.

   Note: Tissue specimens from archival tissue are encouraged but not required for enrollment.
5. Patients who have received platinum (cisplatin or carboplatin)/etoposide after histologic transformation are permitted on study. Receipt of last cycle of therapy should be at least 3 weeks prior to initiation of treatment on study. Last exposure to immunotherapy such as anti-PD-L1 should be at least four weeks from treatment to initiation of treatment on study. Patients who decline to receive platinum/etoposide after SCLC transformation, for personal preferences or considered medical ineligible for this regimen, may be considered for this study, subject to investigator discretion.
6. Must have measurable disease per RECIST (version 1.1).
7. ECOG performance status ≤ 2.
8. Adequate laboratory functions on baseline testing within 21 days of enrollment, as defined as:

   a. Hematologic parameters: i. Absolute neutrophil count (ANC) ≥ 1.5x109/L ii. Platelet count (Plt) ≥ 100x109/L b. Hepatic parameters: i. Total bilirubin ≤ 1.5x upper limit of normal (ULN); for patients with suspected/documented Gilbert's syndrome, total bilirubin ≤ 3x ULN.

   ii. AST ≤ 3x ULN. iii. ALT ≤ 3x ULN. c. Renal parameters: i. Creatinine clearance (CrCl) or estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR, calculated per institutional standards) should be \> 30 mL/min.
9. Women of childbearing potential must have a negative pregnancy test within 21 days of protocol registration. Women are considered to have childbearing potential (regardless of sexual orientation, having undergone a tubal ligation, or remaining celibate by choice) unless they meet one of the following criteria:

   i. Has achieved menarche at some point; or ii. Has not undergone a hysterectomy or bilateral oophorectomy; or iii. Has not been naturally postmenopausal for at least 12 consecutive months (i.e., has had menses at any time in the preceding 12 consecutive months).
10. Women of childbearing potential and men with any partners of child-bearing potential must agree to use 2 forms of effective contraception throughout the study and for 6 months after the last study treatment.

    Note: Acceptable methods of birth control include abstinence, partner with previous vasectomy, placement of an intrauterine device (IUD), condom with spermicidal foam/gel/film/cream/suppository, diaphragm or cervical vault cap, or hormonal birth control (pills or injections).
11. Male subjects must agree to refrain from donating sperm during the study and for 6 months after the last study treatment. Female subjects must agree to refrain from donating eggs during the study and for 6 months after the last study treatment.

Exclusion Criteria

1. Patients who have tumors harboring EGFR exon 20 insertion alterations, EGFR C797S, or known mechanisms of resistance to osimertinib (i.e., MET amplification) aside from histologic transformation to SCLC.
2. Patients who are pregnant (treatment can cause fetal harm) and/or breastfeeding.
3. Symptomatic or unstable brain metastases, requiring \> 2 mg dexamethasone orally daily, or received palliative radiation to the CNS within 2 weeks of enrollment.
4. Patients with known history of interstitial lung disease (ILD) or pneumonitis (\> grade 1) or ILD/pneumonitis (\> grade 1) related to antineoplastic drug treatment.
5. Prior history of documented Stephen Johnson Syndrome (SJS), toxic epidermal necrolysis (TEN), erythema multiforme major (EMM), or aplastic anemia on osimertinib.
6. History of congenital long QTc syndrome or mean resting QTc \>500 msec at screening with two replicated EKGs at baseline screening for the study.
7. History of ongoing unstable or uncontrolled cardiac conditions, including documented cardiomyopathy or symptomatic congestive heart failure (defined as New York Heart Association (NYHA) class III or IV).
8. Prior history of documented severe allergic or anaphylactic reaction to osimertinib.
9. Prior history of documented aplastic anemia with osimertinib.
10. Prior history of documented allergic or anaphylactic reactions to inactive ingredients of lurbinectedin, including sucrose, lactic acid, and sodium hydroxide.

Where it's running

  • Indiana University Melvin and Bren Simon Comprehensive Cancer Center
    Indianapolis, Indiana, United States
    Recruiting

Study contacts

  • Principal investigator: Misty D Shields, MD, PhD — Indiana University Melvin and Bren Simon Comprehensive Cancer Center
  • Study coordinator: Lori Tyson, RN
  • Email: lotyson@iu.edu
  • Phone: 317-274-0895

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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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